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Each guide includes: Summary: A concise overview of the poem’s content. Key Lines: Essential quotations for analysis and essays. Themes: Central ideas explored in the poem. Tone: The mood and atmosphere conveyed. Personal Response: Reflective commentary to encourage critical engagement. Language: Analysis of stylistic features, imagery, and form. My Notes: Space for students to jot down personal insights and observations. Poems Covered: God’s Grandeur Spring As Kingfishers Catch Fire, Dragonflies Draw Flame The Windhover Pied Beauty Felix Randal Inversnaid I Wake and Feel the Fell of Dark, Not Day

Each guide includes: Summary: A concise overview of the poem’s content. Key Lines: Essential quotations for analysis and essays. Themes: Central ideas explored in the poem. Tone: The mood and atmosphere conveyed. Personal Response: Reflective commentary to encourage critical engagement. Language: Analysis of stylistic features, imagery, and form. My Notes: Space for students to jot down personal insights and observations. Poems Covered: The War Horse Child of Our Time The Famine Road The Shadow Doll Outside History The Black Lace Fan My Mother Gave Me This Moment The Pomegranate Love

What’s Included: Notes for all three prescribed poems, with strong emphasis on personal response and historical context. Accessible language for discussing trauma, memory, and cultural critique. Poems Covered: It’s Not The Greatest Personal Privation The Searchers Letter to a Photojournalist Going In The Museum of Obsolescence The Universe as Primal Scream Don’t you Wonder, Sometimes?

What’s Included: Detailed, student-friendly breakdowns of each poem focusing on emotion, symbolism, and tone. Particularly useful for exploring themes like motherhood, depression, and identity. Poems Covered: Poppies in July Child Black Rook in Rainy Weather The Times Are Tidy Morning Song Finisterre Mirror Pheasant Elm The Arrival of the Bee Box

What’s Included: One-page notes for each poem featuring: Summary, Key Lines, Themes, Tone, Personal Response, Language, and space for student notes. Poems Covered: Preludes Aunt Helen The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock The Waste Land Part II – A Game of Chess Journey of the Magi Landscaped: III Usk Rannoch, By Glencoe

A complete set of accessible, one-page revision notes for each of the prescribed Ordinary Level poems on the Leaving Certificate English course. These student-friendly summaries are perfect for classroom use, homework support, or independent study. Each page includes: A clear summary of the poem 3–4 key lines for easy recall Main themes and tone A short personal response model Simple breakdown of language features Space for students to add their own notes Designed with weaker students in mind, the notes are written in straightforward language while still offering meaningful insight and analysis. Includes all poets on the current Ordinary Level list: Eavan Boland Emily Dickinson T.S. Eliot Gerard Manley Hopkins Patrick Kavanagh Derek Mahon Sylvia Plath Tracy K. Smith Format: PDF — ready to print or share digitally. Ideal for: Senior Cycle English teachers, students preparing for the Ordinary Level exam, and learning support.

This printable, student-friendly revision pack is designed to support Junior Cycle English students (ages 13–15) in preparing for poetry components of their final exams. It includes detailed yet accessible notes on a wide range of poems, both studied and unseen, alongside clear explanations of poetic techniques. What’s included: A full glossary of 23 poetic techniques with definitions, effects, and examples Sample unseen poetry questions and model answers In-depth notes on studied poems, including: Mid-Term Break – Seamus Heaney Digging – Seamus Heaney Tich Miller – Wendy Cope Dulce Et Decorum Est – Wilfred Owen Base Details – Siegfried Sassoon Suicide in the Trenches – Siegfried Sassoon Timothy Winters – Charles Causley If— – Rudyard Kipling Oranges – Gary Soto The Two-Headed Calf – Laura Gilpin Unseen Poetry Sample Texts Lovers on Aran – (Unnamed poet; possibly Seamus Heaney, though uncertain) Late-night London. The Tube – Anne Cluysenaar Themes, tone, language, imagery, and key quotes for each poem Model exam answers using accessible language and strong exam technique This resource is perfect for revision, classwork, homework, or independent study. Created with mixed-ability students in mind, it helps build confidence and improve poetry analysis skills through structured and supportive guidance.

his is a clear, accessible student guide for writing a full 70-mark comparative essay for the Leaving Certificate English exam, focused on Barbie (film), Small Things Like These (novella), and Sive (play). It covers everything students need to succeed, including: How to understand and approach the comparative section. Explanation of the major comparative modes: Cultural Context, General Vision and Viewpoint, Literary Genre, and Theme or Issue. Time management tips (including how long to spend planning and writing). A simple, repeatable essay structure (Introduction, Main Body, Conclusion). Essential exam advice: how to link texts, answer the actual question, and use key moments and quotes without retelling the plot. *A practical Comparative Table comparing Barbie, Small Things Like These, and Sive across the major headings (Cultural Context and GVV). A Narrative Structure Grid for all three texts, clearly setting out Exposition, Conflict, Climax, and Resolution. Linking phrases to help students compare naturally across their essays. A final Comparative Checklist to keep students focused and confident. Perfect for: Higher Level and strong Ordinary Level students. Final revision lessons or independent student study. Teachers who want a step-by-step comparative writing guide tailored to Barbie, Small Things Like These, and Sive. Students who need help structuring clear, well-linked essays with real exam focus. Format: PDF (one full student booklet – ready to print or use digitally). Clean layout and student-friendly language.

This resource is a complete guide for secondary school English teachers preparing for interviews. It covers 25 frequently asked interview questions, organised into key thematic sections: Personal and Professional Background, Communication and Collaboration, Safeguarding and Leadership, Teaching and Learning, Student Engagement, and Problem-Solving and Adaptability. Each question includes focused bullet points to guide your answers, along with realistic Example Scenarios based on common classroom experiences (such as engaging students with popular music, supporting EAL learners, and handling 51ºÚÁÏ disclosures). In addition to structured question preparation, this resource now includes: Interview Preparation and Practical Tips: Advice on dress code, body language, handshake etiquette, managing nerves, and communication during the interview. Suggested Questions to Ask the Panel: Professional questions you can ask at the end of the interview to demonstrate genuine interest, strategic thinking, and a commitment to the school community. The guide is fully updated with current best practices in teaching, 51ºÚÁÏ, inclusion, and professional communication. It is perfect for Newly Qualified Teachers (NQTs), teachers applying for new posts, or anyone preparing for panel interviews and promotional opportunities.

Contents of the Pack: Sive - Student Notes (SSR & STLT) Accessible summaries of each key scene Cultural Context and General Vision & Viewpoint breakdowns Links to Small Things Like These and The Shawshank Redemption Clear thematic connections, ideal for comparative essay planning Sive - Sample 30 Mark Answers: Cultural Context & GVV Exam-style responses addressing common comparative questions PQE format throughout with close reference to key scenes Focused on helping students build confidence with 30-mark comparative questions Answers explore themes such as social division, unacceptable behaviour, gender roles, power structures, and personal values Sive - Key Quotes Themed and colour-coded quote banks Quotes categorised under key headings: Love vs. Marriage, Greed, Gender Roles, Religion, Social Class, and more Character-specific quotes (Mena, Mike, Nanna, Sive, Liam, Thomasheen) Perfect for revision and supporting essay writing with direct textual evidence Who is it for? Teachers looking for structured and student-friendly Sive materials Students preparing for comparative study essays Learners aiming to improve their understanding of the cultural and thematic landscape of Sive Particularly useful for drawing connections to Small Things Like These and The Shawshank Redemption

This collection of resources supports the comparative study of Sive by John B. Keane in relation to Small Things Like These and Barbie under the modes of General Vision and Viewpoint and Cultural Context. Included Resources: Student Notes (STLT & Barbie) Accessible, student-friendly notes providing detailed scene-by-scene commentary on Sive, with analysis under both comparative modes. Each scene includes: Key plot developments Character insights Thematic exploration General Vision and Viewpoint (GVV) reflections Cultural Context (CC) breakdowns Clear comparative links to Small Things Like These and Barbie Sample 30-Mark Comparative Answers (GVV & CC) Model Higher Level answers for exam-style comparative questions on Sive, showing: How to structure a strong response Key moments that illustrate negative GVV or restricted cultural context Effective integration of quotes and comparative links Key Quotes Booklet Organised by theme and character, this booklet helps students quickly find and revise key lines related to: Power and greed Gender roles and expectations Love vs. arranged marriage Illegitimacy, shame, and reputation Violence, isolation, and tragedy Each major character’s most revealing lines Purpose: To help students: Develop a deeper understanding of the text Learn how to apply comparative frameworks Prepare for exam-style responses with confidence Identify and learn key quotes effectively Target Group: Senior Cycle students studying for the Leaving Certificate.

This ready-to-use resource includes differentiated sample answers and peer editing tasks for the Ordinary Level 2023 Junior Cycle English exam question on Elizabeth Bishop’s poem The Prodigal. Designed to support both teaching and assessment, this two-part pack helps students develop their poetry comprehension, analytical writing, and self-editing skills. The pack contains: Six full sample answers (Ordinary and Higher Level versions) covering all five past paper-style questions on The Prodigal, including theme, setting, personal response, imagery, and suitability for a short film. A peer editing task sheet featuring intentionally weak sample answers that include vague ideas, poor structure, and limited development. These are designed to help students practise identifying and correcting common errors. A detailed corrections guide, explaining what is wrong with each poor answer and offering guided questions to help students edit and improve them in pairs or small groups. How to Use in the Classroom: Use the strong sample answers for modelling, annotation, or comparison activities. Use the poor answers and corrections sheet for peer editing workshops, group writing tasks, or exam preparation sessions. Ideal for Junior Cycle Paper 2 preparation, especially with Ordinary Level and mixed ability groups. Clear, accessible, and student-friendly content to build confidence with poetry questions.

A complete Sylvia Plath poetry resource for Leaving Cert English: includes student-friendly notes, key themes, style analysis, sample essays, and guides. This comprehensive Sylvia Plath poetry resource is designed for Leaving Certificate Higher Level English students and teachers. It includes: Clear, student-friendly summaries for all prescribed poems Detailed analysis of themes, imagery, tone, structure, and stylistic features Key quotes with accessible explanations Sample full-length essay responses, annotated with marking scheme codes Step-by-step essay scaffolds to support structured writing Visually organised and easy-to-navigate notes Supports mixed-ability classes, with content suited to students who find poetry challenging Fully aligned with SEC assessment guidelines Also included: A contextual biography of Plath Guidance on key poetic techniques and their effects Comparative links with other poets on the course Editable and printable formats for classroom or independent use This resource is ideal for teaching, revision, homework, or exam preparation. It supports a thoughtful and structured approach to Sylvia Plath’s powerful and thought-provoking poetry.

This Barbie (2023) Quote Reflection Handout is designed to help students engage with key quotes from the film by encouraging personal reflection and analysis. The worksheet asks students to choose a quote that resonated with them and write a short paragraph explaining why it stood out. It includes: A clear question prompt Suggested sentence starters to support student responses A word bank with useful vocabulary for expressing thoughts clearly Lined space for students to write their answers This resource is ideal for class discussions, individual reflection, and exam preparation, making it an effective tool for helping students develop their analytical and personal response skills.

This Question B Quick Revision Guide is designed for Leaving Certificate English students to help them understand and apply the correct format for common Question B tasks. The guide includes clear and structured format templates for the following text types: Letters Short Talks / Speeches Reports Diary Entries Reviews Newspaper or Magazine Articles Interviews Advertisements Each section outlines the key features, format, and purpose of the text type, making it an easy-to-follow revision resource. This guide is ideal for exam preparation, classroom activities, and independent study. Perfect for both teachers and students, this resource ensures that students can confidently approach Question B tasks with clarity and structure.

This Ordinary Level Unseen Poetry Practice Worksheet is designed to help students develop essential skills in analysing unseen poetry for the Leaving Certificate English exam. What’s Included? Two unseen poems: Today by Vivienne McKechnie and Coming Home by Owen Sheers. Comprehension questions focusing on imagery, sound, and themes. Suggested approaches to guide students in structuring their responses. Example answers to model effective writing techniques. Space for students to write their responses, making it a practical classroom or homework resource. How Can Teachers Use This Resource? As a classroom activity to introduce unseen poetry. For exam preparation and timed practice. As a revision tool to improve students’ confidence in approaching poetry questions. To encourage independent learning with clear guidance and support. This resource is perfect for Ordinary Level Leaving Cert students who need structured support in understanding poetry while improving their critical thinking and writing skills.

This comprehensive resource is designed to support Higher Level Junior Cycle English students studying The Merchant of Venice by William Shakespeare. It provides structured sample answers across a range of past exam-style questions, covering key themes, characters, and dramatic techniques. What’s Included? Exam-Style Questions & Answers – Full responses for past Junior Cycle Higher Level questions, organised by high, medium, and low-level responses to help students see what different grade levels look like. Key Topics Covered – Themes of justice, revenge, mercy, prejudice, and love, as well as character analysis (e.g., Shylock, Antonio, Portia) and dramatic techniques like stagecraft and performance. Detailed Teacher-Like Feedback – Constructive feedback on responses, guiding students on how to improve their answers for higher marks. Film & Stage Adaptation Questions – Answers that explore costume design, poster creation, and performance choices, making the resource useful for both literary analysis and drama studies. Clear Structure & Accessibility – Answers are well-organised, written in a student-friendly way, and focus on exam success while encouraging deeper engagement with the play. How Can Teachers Use This? As revision material to show students what different levels of answers look like. To model exam responses and help students develop their own essay-writing skills. As a peer or self-assessment tool, where students compare their work to the sample answers and apply feedback. For class discussions, using the responses as a springboard for deeper exploration of themes, characters, and Shakespeare’s dramatic techniques. This resource is ideal for teachers preparing students for the Junior Cycle Higher Level exam and for students aiming to refine their essay-writing skills in preparation for assessments.

The writing task specifically instructs students to include: A unique and appealing name for their Barbie. A detailed description of Barbie’s appearance, clothing, accessories, and special features, emphasising the use of descriptive language. An explanation of why their new Barbie would appeal to young people today, potentially linking their ideas to current trends, hobbies, interests, or important social issues. Students are encouraged to be imaginative and vivid in their descriptions, with a suggested word count of approximately 150-200 words​

This novel guide provides a comprehensive resource for understanding Once by Morris Gleitzman. It is designed to help students and teachers engage deeply with the text through chapter summaries, key themes, character analysis, discussion questions, literary devices, and creative tasks. Contents of the Guide: Detailed Chapter Summaries – Each chapter is explained clearly to help students follow the narrative and understand its key events. Key Themes – The guide explores central ideas such as hope, survival, loss of innocence, the power of storytelling, and the horrors of war. Character Analysis – Insightful breakdowns of Felix, Zelda, Barney, and other key characters to help students analyse their roles, motivations, and development. Important Symbols – Explanation of major symbols such as Felix’s notebook, the carrot, the book burning, the train, and Zelda’s locket. Discussion Questions – Thought-provoking questions designed to encourage deeper reflection on the novel’s events, themes, and historical context. Literary Devices – Identification of techniques such as dramatic irony, foreshadowing, symbolism, imagery, and contrast to develop students’ analytical skills. Creative Tasks – Engaging activities such as diary entries, letters, short stories, and dialogues that allow students to connect emotionally with the text. Target Audience: Suitable for students studying Once as part of their English curriculum. Useful for teachers preparing lessons, discussion prompts, and assessment materials. Ideal for anyone interested in Holocaust literature and historical fiction. This resource enhances comprehension and critical thinking by helping readers analyse Once in depth while encouraging empathy and historical awareness.

TY Film Project – Complete Teaching Resource This comprehensive teaching resource is designed to guide Transition Year students through the entire filmmaking process, from brainstorming and scriptwriting to filming, editing, and presenting their work. It promotes creativity, teamwork, and storytelling while helping students develop key media and communication skills. What’s Included? Teacher Guide – Step-by-step instructions on how to run the project effectively. Group Assignment Sheet – Helps students divide roles fairly, ensuring balanced teamwork. Film Idea Generator – Provides engaging themes relevant to teenage life. Script Writing Template – A structured format with an example scene to help students write scripts. Production Planning Worksheet – Supports students in organising key elements like lighting, props, and sound. Classroom Oscars Voting Sheet – Encourages fun and engagement by allowing students to vote for awards. Film Production Cheat Sheet – A quick-reference guide on using camera angles, lighting, sound, and more. Why Use This Resource? Encourages Collaboration – Students take on real filmmaking roles, such as directors, actors, editors, and scriptwriters. Develops Practical Skills – Enhances communication, problem-solving, and digital media literacy. Cross-Curricular Benefits – Supports learning in English, Drama, and Media Studies. Engaging and Interactive – Keeps students motivated with hands-on learning and a final film showcase. This ready-to-use resource is ideal for Transition Year or Junior Cycle English, Drama, and Media Studies, offering a structured yet flexible approach to filmmaking in the classroom. Download now to bring storytelling and film production into your lessons.