Unseen Poetry: Terminology

Important terminology for approaching the Edexcel iGCSE Unseen Poetry part of the exam. Arabic translations included for English Language Learners.     Vocabulary   Definition 1 Simile ุงู„ุชุดุจูŠู‡ ููŠ ุนู„ู… ุจู„ุงุบุฉ When something is compared to another using โ€˜likeโ€™ or โ€˜asโ€™ 2 Metaphor ุชุดุงุจู‡ ู…ุณุชุนุงุฑ When something is compared to another through description as if [...]

ESL Resources by Topic: Living Cultures

ESL Resources by Topic: Living Cultures

PODCAST: ESL Aloud Guided instruction in speaking English for those learning English as a second language (ESL) Exam-style Writing Practice: Questions made in the style of the ESL Exam ESL Living Cultures - Writing Practice Art Galleries ESL Living Cultures - Writing Practice Music Festivals ESL Living Cultures Week 1 Vocabulary Quizizz ESL Living Cultures [...]

War Horse: Key Quotations by Theme

Key quotations for Michel Morpurgoโ€™s War Horse broken down into key themesย  to support independent learning. Horses in War Chapter 5 โ€œThe thunder and dust and the roar of menโ€™s voices in my ears took a hold of me and held me at a pitch of exhilaration had never before experiencedโ€ โ€œA Horse hasnโ€™t got [...]

War Horse: Key Quotations by Character

Key quotations for Michel Morpurgo's War Horse broken down into key charactersย  to support independent learning. Albert Narracott โ€œIt was Albert of course who stayed with me most of the timeโ€ โ€œAlbert was always with me and so I was never afraid of the guns any moreโ€ Albertโ€™s Father: Ted Narracott Chapter 3 โ€œI think [...]

‘Do not go gentle into that good night’ by Dylan Thomas

'Do Not Go Gentle into that Good Night' Annotated Poem 'Do Not Go Gentle into that Good Night' Second Set of Annotations Do Not Go Gentle into that Good Night Illustrations & Graphic Novel The Presentation of Love in 'Do not go gentle into that good night' and 'Poem at 39' https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xJxW3KgU_XE  

‘Prayer Before Birth’ by Louis MacNeice

The content describes a video lesson analyzing the poem "Prayer Before Birth," focusing on language, repetition, voice, and structure. It aims to help students improve their analytical skills for GCSE and IGCSE Literature by providing strategies for effective poetry responses during exams, suitable for independent study and homework.

‘Half-past Two’ by U A Fanthorpe

The content focuses on a podcast analyzing the poem "Half-past Two," emphasizing language, narrative voice, and structure. It is aimed at GCSE and IGCSE Literature students, offering exam-focused commentary to help them understand imagery and shifts in time. This resource supports independent study and enhances students' analytical skills for exams.

Wordsworth and Keats: Exemplar Analysis

Wordsworth and Keats: Exemplar Analysis

William Wordsworth and John Keats explore change through Nature's symbolism in their poetry, focusing on themes of aging and loss, while accepting these transitions. Both authors celebrate the natural cycle of life, using the seasons to illustrate change, highlighting a comforting connection to Nature and a shared spiritual experience among humanity.