All things Educational. Sharing resources for Secondary English
The content provides resources on William Shakespeare's "King Lear," focusing on a list of 40 Tier 2 academic vocabulary words essential to the play. This vocabulary aids students, especially English learners, in understanding complex terms. It supports curriculum planning and enhances engagement with the play for GCSE and A-level studies.
Read the poem below and record a voiceover or film yourselves speaking about what you think the main message of the poem is. In your recordings cover the following areas: Read the poem out loud Why is December 2nd, 1971 a significant date? What changes have taken place in the UAE since then? Have the [...]
Active Mission: You can use the internet to look up any famous/inspirational quotes by the founder of the UAE, the late Sheikh Zayed, regarding his hopes and aspirations for the UAE. Alternatively, visit Ms Husein and use the book below as part of your project. Select between 1-2 quotations to explore in more detail. Take [...]
Explore a figure of national pride by following links or visiting Ms Dunn or Ms Hussein. Use the suggested book for your project. Include their full name, role, and contributions to Emirati culture. Highlight Emirati writers to watch and notable female authors. Capture and present your findings in a video format.
The task involves finding a book on Arabic Myths and Legends, consulting knowledgeable staff, and capturing content through photos and videos. The focus should be on summarizing the myth or legend's story, context, moral lessons, personal insights, and modern relevance, while engaging in interviews or voiceovers.
King Lear: Homework study schedule The majority of reading materials will be contained in your critical pack; videos and podcasts available through your A-level playlist. Tick when completed and make sure you manage your workload – do not leave it all until the last minute. Week 1: Read the background of the text in [...]
The homework study schedule for 10ESL Listening and Skills spans five weeks, focusing on spellings, definitions, and listening exercises at various levels. Students must complete tasks, such as answering questions, practicing vocabulary, and preparing for quizzes, with specific instructions to email marks to Mrs. Dunn after completion.
This visual graphic organizer simplifies key elements of tragedy in drama, focusing on emotional arcs, structure, and character journeys. It highlights the tragic hero's rise and fall, alongside themes such as fate, hubris, and catharsis, making complex concepts comprehensible for GCSE and A-level students studying both classical and modern tragedies.
Exemplar essay generously shared with permissions Leen Elamin:
Week 1: Watch ‘The Deliverer’ A-level Literature Playlist Week 2: Essay: How is suffering presented within the Poems of the Decade collection? 1000 words Watch ‘Giuseppe’ A-level Literature Playlist Week 3: Watch ‘Out of the Bag’ A-level Literature Playlist Week 4: Essay: How is the memory or identity depicted in [...]
