Journey to Jo’burg: Resource Bundle

Journey to Jo’burg: Resource Bundle

Download: Journey to Jo'burg 4 Week Teaching Resource Bundle Complete resource bundle for the text ‘Journey to Jo’burg’ by Beverly Naidoo. Including 4 week medium term plan; detailed planned unit lessons; supportive resources; exemplar analysis on the text; carousels; Tier 2 vocabulary as well as an accompanying Knowledge Organiser and Scheme of Work. Adapted resources [...]

Reading Recommendations: If you liked Romeo & Juliet, try reading…

Reading Recommendations: If you liked Romeo & Juliet, try reading…

A selection of YA fiction and more challenging reads for those who enjoyed the timeless themes and plot within Shakespeare's play Romeo & Juliet! Love Romeo and Juliet but wish for a fresh twist? Whether you adore the star-crossed romance, the family feuds, or the high-stakes drama, there’s a YA novel out there for you. [...]

Embedding Vocabulary into the Curriculum: Romeo and Juliet

Embedding Vocabulary into the Curriculum: Romeo and Juliet

The text emphasizes the crucial role of vocabulary in education, particularly for EAL/ESL learners. It highlights effective teaching strategies and structured curriculum planning to enhance vocabulary awareness, ensuring students’ success and academic growth. By integrating vocabulary instruction across subjects, students become more confident and capable in using language, positively impacting their learning outcomes.

World Book Day: What we are planning

World Book Day: What we are planning

World Book Day is an exciting time of year, when teachers have settled comfortably into the routine of the year and new classes but before the pressure ramps up with summer exams. It is an opportunity to let your creativity out and let your bookishness reign. Our school included in their calendar this year a [...]

Wider Reading for Othello

Wider Reading for Othello

The content discusses the portrayal of Black individuals in English literature, focusing on the significance of Shakespearean characters. It highlights the National Theatre podcast that explores the roles of Emilia and Desdemona in "Othello," emphasizing themes of race and representation within these classic narratives.

Word of the Week: Case Studies

Word of the Week: Case Studies

The initiative focuses on enhancing vocabulary instruction by implementing a 'Word of the Week' program. This approach emphasizes context and etymology, benefiting students, particularly EAL and ESL learners. By exploring synonyms and antonyms, students engage in discussions about nuanced meanings. The program aims to foster a robust vocabulary instruction framework in the school.