Resources
A range of free resources can be downloaded directly below by clicking on the links.
Edexcel IGCSE English Literature Poetry Anthology Revision Booklet
A booklet with quick revision questions on language, form and structure for the Edexcel poetry anthology. Knowledge organiser and revision clock templates are included (these are best printed).
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Suitable for a year 10 or 11 group that has covered the poems already and can be used to support an existing scheme.
Poetry Unit Planning Template
A thematically grouped, table-heavy planning template for a poetry SoL.
What is Poetry? Introductory Lesson (KS4 or MYP)
A lesson that encourages students to explore their experiences and preconceptions of poetry while working towards understanding that poetry encompasses a variety of genres and forms.
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There are discussion activities based on unpacking existing, historical definitions of poetry and an exemplar activity on the poem ‘OCD’ by Neil Hilborn (more suited towards KS4/5).
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Suitable for a KS4 class beginning a GCSE/IGCSE poetry scheme of learning or an introduction to an MYP unit of inquiry that encompasses poetry.
IGCSE English Literature Exam Wrapper
A free exam wrapper pdf for student reflection post-exam. Originally used with a mixed ability, Year 11 IGCSE English class.
Professional Development Resources
Interdisciplinary EAL Champions CPD
A programme of research-backed meetings and materials to support an interdisciplinary implementation of an ‘EAL champions’ initiative within an international secondary school.
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Part 1: school audit of current EAL provision with future planning.
Part 2: reading and vocabulary development.
Part 3: strategies for supporting EAL learners with writing
Part 4: audit and reflection on student work
Part 5: review
An accompanying blog post that explores the rationale for these meetings can be found here.
Click the image above to download the sessions.