Educational: First / native language: Literature studies
Pearson Education Limited The Play of the Diary Of Anne Frank
Book SynopsisA dramatization of "The Diary of Anne Frank", recording the experiences of a young Jewish girl who hid from the Nazis for two years before being sent to a concentration camp. The introduction, notes and assignments provide support in tackling the characters, themes and action of the play.
£21.45
Pearson Education Limited The Glass Menagerie
Book SynopsisThis series of plays has been developed to support classroom teaching and to meet the requirements of the National Curriculum. Tennesse Williams's story has two male and two female parts. There are classroom activities included.
£21.45
Dover Publications Inc. Looney Limericks
Book SynopsisDelightful collection of 60 limericks includes famous rhymes by such masters of the form as Gelett Burgess, Oliver Herford, and Edward Lear, as well as lesser-known works by these and other humourists, including the editor himself. Fun to read, easy to memorise and great to share with family and friends.
£5.32
Cambridge University Press King Henry V
Book SynopsisLike every other play in the Cambridge School Shakespeare series, King Henry V has been specially prepared to help all students in schools and colleges. This version of Henry V aims to be different from other editions of the play. It invites you to bring the play to life in your classroom through enjoyable activities that will help increase your understanding. You are encourage to make up your own mind about the play, rather than have someone else''s interpretation handed down to you. Whatever you do, remember that Shakespeare wrote his plays to be acted, watched and enjoyed.Table of ContentsHenry V in English history; Henry V in Shakespeare's plays; Shakespeare's English history plays; The English in France; List of characters; Family tree; King Henry V; Images of war; Shakespeare's sources; King Henry V: on stage and film; Chorus; Henry: king and man; The language of King Henry V; Sin and salvation; Brotherhood?; Warfare; William Shakespeare.
£11.09
Cambridge University Press King Henry IV Part 1
Book SynopsisLike every other play in the Cambridge School Shakespeare series, King Henry IV Part 1 has been specially prepared to help all students in schools and colleges. This version aims to be different from other editions of the play. It invites you to bring the play to life in your classroom through enjoyable activities that will help increase your understanding. You are encourage to make up your own mind about the play, rather than have someone else''s interpretation handed down to you. Whatever you do, remember that Shakespeare wrote his plays to be acted, watched and enjoyed.Table of ContentsBefore the play begins; Map: the world of the play; List of characters; King Henry IV Part 1; What is the play about?; Characters; The language of the play; History into drama; Staging the play; William Shakespeare.
£11.09
Cambridge University Press The Gothic Tradition Cambridge Contexts in
Book SynopsisThe gothic influence on modern writers such as Angela Carter, Iain Banks and Stephen King is vivid and great as is the effect on the world of film and rock music. Part of the function of this book is to offer some guidance: not in terms of a fixed or definitive set of Gothic characteristics, but rather in giving a framework for questions and explorations.Table of ContentsIntroduction; 1. Approaching the gothic tradition; 2. Approaching the texts; 3. Texts and extracts; 4. Critical approaches; 5. How to write about the gothic; 6. Resources.
£11.35
Faber & Faber Collected Poems for Children 1
Book SynopsisThis collection brings together the poems Ted Hughes wrote for children throughout his life. They are arranged by volume, beginning with those for reading aloud to the very young, progressing to the poems in Under the North Star and What is the Truth? and ending with Season Songs, which Hughes remarked was written ''within hearing'' of children. Raymond Briggs brings to the collection two hundred original drawings that capture the wit, gentleness and humanity of these poems and make this a book any reader - child and adult - will return to again and again.
£13.49
Faber & Faber The Poetry of Simon Armitage
Book SynopsisSimon Armitage is one of the leading poets of his generation. Since his first collection, Zoom, in 1989 he has published ten full-length collections of poetry, while also writing and presenting numerous works for radio, television and film. He is now one of the poets most widely studied at GCSE examination level. This study guide to Simon Armitage''s poetry will be essential reading and preparation for GCSE students and their teachers, to whose needs it has been expertly tailored. The book examines Armitage''s work in just the ways that students need to think about it - in respect of how the poems are crafted in language and form, and the kinds of themes, ideas and attitudes that they reflect. It also includes sections on studying individual poems for the examination, an illuminating biography with questions and answers and sample essays.
£6.99
Pearson Education The Cone Gatherers
Book SynopsisCalum and Neil are the cone-gatherers – two brothers at work in the forest of a large Scottish estate. But the harmony of their life together s overshadowed by the dark obsessive hatred of Duror, the gamekeeper.
£19.11
Pearson Education The Winslow Boy
Book SynopsisWhen fourteen year-old Ronnie is sent home from naval college accused of stealing, his father vows to prove his innocence.
£19.11
Pearson Education Roll of Thunder Hear My Cry York Notes for GCSE
Book Synopsis'York Notes for GCSE' offers a useful approach to English Literature and aims to help readers achieve a better grade. Updated to reflect the needs of today's students, the new editions are filled with detailed summaries, commentaries on key themes, characters, language and style, illustrations, exam advice and much more.
£7.49
Pearson Education Twelfth Night
Book SynopsisSuitable for all secondary level study up to GCSE/Standard Grade, this edition contains two sets of differentiated activities at the end of each act. The activities are designed to develop student understanding of the play and its themes, characters, plot and imagery.
£15.84
Pearson Education David Copperfield
Book SynopsisDevised with the help of expert examiners and teachers, an easy-to-use literature study guide which aims to provide students with a better understanding and appreciation of the text. Also of interest to the general reader.
£8.21
Pearson Education I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings everything you
Book Synopsis'York Notes for GCSE' offers a useful approach to English Literature and aims to help readers achieve a better grade. Updated to reflect the needs of today's students, the new editions are filled with detailed summaries, commentaries on key themes, characters, language and style, illustrations, exam advice and much more.
£7.49
Pearson Education Our Day Out everything you need to catch up study
Book SynopsisDevised with the help of expert examiners and teachers, an easy-to-use literature study guide which aims to provide students with a better understanding and appreciation of the text. Also of interest to the general reader.
£8.21
Pearson Education Paddy Clarke Ha Ha Ha
Book Synopsis'York Notes for GCSE' offers a useful approach to English Literature and aims to help readers achieve a better grade. Updated to reflect the needs of today's students, the new editions are filled with detailed summaries, commentaries on key themes, characters, language and style, illustrations, exam advice and much more.
£8.21
Pearson Education Limited Stormbreaker
Book SynopsisTrade Review'Is there anyone in Britain who will not enjoy this fabulous junior James Bond adventure?' Daily Mail"
£17.71
Schofield & Sims Ltd Understanding English Fiction KS2 English Study
Book SynopsisUnderstanding English is a series of topic-based study books for children in Key Stage 2, providing rigorous practice of key subject areas. Fiction meets the National Curriculum requirements for Key Stage 2 English, and covers the following areas: genre, dialogue, traditional tales, modern fiction, themes, conventions and book recommendations.
£7.03
Oxford University Press Shakespeare Made Easy Hamlet
Book SynopsisThe Shakespeare Made Easy series aims to take the fear out of Shakespeare. By having Shakespearean and Modern English facing each other, pupils will find it easier to comprehend the text. Through discussion of the life, work and theatre of Shakespeare pupils can gain a more rounded understanding of these classic works.
£17.33
Oxford University Press Shakespeare Made Easy The Tempest
Book SynopsisThe Shakespeare Made Easy series aims to take the fear out of Shakespeare. By having Shakespearean and Modern English facing each other, pupils will find it easier to comprehend the text. Through discussion of the life, work and theatre of Shakespeare pupils can gain a more rounded understanding of these classic works.
£17.33
Oxford University Press Shakespeare Made Easy Othello
Book SynopsisThe Shakespeare Made Easy series aims to take the fear out of Shakespeare. By having Shakespearean and Modern English facing each other, pupils will find it easier to comprehend the text. Through discussion of the life, work and theatre of Shakespeare pupils can gain a more rounded understanding of these classic works.
£17.33
Floris Books A Journey Through Time in Verse and Rhyme
Book SynopsisAn invaluable collection of poetry for use by teachers of children aged six to fourteen.Trade Review'It was a great joy to many Waldorf teachers when this classic resource was finally republished in 1998. Written from the author's personal collection for use in the classroom, it is a treasure-trove of verses addressing themes across the curriculum in an easy to find organization. From the beautiful to the funny, from action verses to math to grammar to history to meditations for teachers (to name but some), you're sure to find inspiration here.'-- Kristin, Waldorf Resources Consumer Reviews (www.waldorfresources.org)'Simply put, this book is easily one of the best "resource" purchases I've made so far. I use it to find seasonal or subject-appropriate material and my children read it on their own too. Worth every cent.'Elizabeth H., Waldorf Resources Consumer Reviews
£17.00
Aurora Metro Publications The Old Man of Lochnagar
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£7.49
Esse Publishing The Quotation Bank
Book SynopsisAn English Literature GCSE 9-1 Study and Revision Guide, providing key quotations with accompanying interpretations, literary techniques, analysis and revision activities. No clutter. No confusion. Just the key ingredients for exam success.Trade Review"They are very clearly laid out inside...your books speak plainly, whilst not spoon-feeding, which is a good thing." Coles BooksTable of ContentsWhat examiners are looking for; How The Quotation Bank can help you in your exams; How to use The Quotation Bank; Act One; Act Two; Act Three; Act Four; Act Five; Major Themes and Characters; How to revise effectively; Sample essay, potential essay questions and revision activities; Glossary.
£7.47
Cambridge University Press Cambridge IGCSE® and O Level Literature in English Coursebook
This updated resource provides full support for the Cambridge IGCSE®, IGCSE (9-1) and O Level Literature in English syllabuses (0475 / 0992 / 2010) as well as IGCSE World Literature (0408). Analyse how Carol Ann Duffy uses structure to convey meaning in 'Row', explore Anita Desai's first-person narratives and engage with characters in Tennessee Williams' play The Glass Menagerie. This coursebook encourages an enjoyment of literature while helping students write critical essays. It contains poetry, prose and drama from around the world to appeal to international students aged 14–16. The book takes an active approach to learning and stresses the importance of developing informed personal responses based on close textual study. Indicative answers to coursebook questions are in the teacher's resource and further practice is available in the workbook.
£30.16
Cambridge University Press Cambridge IGCSE and O Level Literature in English
Book SynopsisThis updated resource provides full support for the Cambridge IGCSE, IGCSE (9-1) and O Level Literature in English syllabuses (0475 / 0992 / 2010) as well as IGCSE World Literature (0408). Explore texts from writers of different countries and cultures such as Seamus Heaney, Anita Desai and Tennessee Williams. This write-in workbook gives students a wide range of activities so they can practise interrogating poetry, prose and drama. There is extra support in areas where students can struggle, such as drama analysis and essay writing. With a wide range of text extracts from around the world, this workbook is ideal for international learners. Indicative answers to the workbook questions are in the teacher''s resource.Table of Contents1. How this workbook can help you; 2. Support for your study; 3. Responding to poetry; 4. Responding to prose; 5. Responding to drama; 6. Acknowledgements.
£13.95
Cambridge University Press Cambridge International AS A Level Literature in
Book SynopsisUpdated and fully aligned to the new Cambridge International AS & A Level Literature in English 9695 syllabus for examination 2021. This coursebook helps inspire a love of literature in English and builds greater confidence in analysing and writing about texts. Part 1 introduces students to the basics of poetry, prose and drama through a wide variety of international texts. In Part 2, students hone their skills by analysing sample student responses to essay questions, passage analysis tasks and unseen texts. The final part encourages independent learning with advice about essay technique and avoiding common errors. This second edition includes more opportunities for self-assessment and reflection. Answers to the coursebook questions are in the teacher''s resource.Table of ContentsIntroduction; Assessment overview and key concepts; How to use this book; Part 1: AS Level; Section 1: Poetry 1; Section 2: Prose 1; Section 3: Drama 1; Part 2: A Level; Section 4: Poetry 2; Section 5: Prose 2; Section 6: Drama 2; Part 3: Essay skills, techniques and problem solving - for AS and A Level
£35.86
Cambridge University Press Cambridge Grammar and Writing Skills Learners
Book SynopsisTable of Contents1. Narrating my life - Diary; 2. Creating suspense - Suspense story; 3. Sending a message - Letter; 4. Once upon a time … - Urban myth/modern fairy tale; 5. Verse animals - Descriptive poem; 6. Exploring biographies - Biography; 7. Travelling rhymes - Ballad; 8. Over to our reporter - Report; 9. School tales - Short story; 10. Strange settings - Fantasy; 11. Describing an event - News report; 12. Playing a part - Play;
£13.50
Cambridge University Press Cambridge Grammar and Writing Skills Learners
Book SynopsisTable of ContentsPrelims p1-6. Learning units p7-111. Acknowledgements p112.
£14.43
John Wiley & Sons Inc Breaking Down Vonnegut
Book SynopsisA practical guide to Vonnegut's works for young adults, secondary, and college students Kurt Vonnegut was a prolific American writer whose career spanned more than 50 years. Vonnegut's world is a complex web. His books, short stories, and essays are among the gems of American literature, exploring themes of historical events and human limitations. Written for young adults through adulthood, the goal of Breaking Down Vonnegut is to relate essential facts about Kurt Vonnegut's life and to address the themes underlying his imaginary worlds. Breaking Down Vonnegut features an overview of Vonnegut's life and an investigation of the midwestern values that were challenged by his imprisonment by the Nazis during his wartime military service. Those themes, often cloaked in science fiction, historical parallels, and social science conundrums, address the major questions of life: the values by which we choose to live. Author Julia Whitehead is the founder and CEO of the Kurt Vonnegut Museum and LTable of ContentsAbout the Author xi About the Kurt Vonnegut Museum and Library xiii Acknowledgments xv Introduction xvii Part I Chapter One: There Was Always Someone to Talk with, to Play with, to Learn From 3 Part II Chapter Two: I Look Sort of Starved 15 Part III Chapter Three: Player Piano and a Trustworthy Prophet or Sharp-Eyed Satirist 29 Chapter Four: “Harrison Bergeron”: A Twist on David and Goliath for the Civil Rights Era 41 Chapter Five: Slaughterhouse-Five and a New Kind of Patriot 51 Part IV Chapter Six: The True Measure of a Man 67 Chapter Seven: Why Study Vonnegut? 79 Notes 89 Index 95
£7.59
Taylor & Francis Ltd Teaching Grammar through Literature
Book SynopsisThis essential guide offers a fresh approach to integrating grammar effectively into the classroom as a vital strand of English that both enlivens and enriches students' understanding of literature. It aims to demystify grammar and empower teachers with the knowledge, inspiration and practical ideas to confidently teach grammar to students at any stage of their secondary education. The authors demonstrate that routinely weaving grammar into lessons and the study of literature, rather than teaching it as an abstract set of rules, enables students to see grammar in a more flexible, enjoyable and exciting way. Each chapter clearly defines complex terminology and provides an essential overview of relevant subject knowledge. With multiple examples of textual analysis and a variety of adaptable lesson plans for popular Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4 texts, the book shows how grammatical requirements can be taught in a lively, literature-based manner, developing studentTable of ContentsIntroduction Chapter 1. Sentences and sentence clauses Chapter 2. Nouns Chapter 3. Verbs Chapter 4. Determiners Chapter 5. Punctuation Chapter 6. Extension vocabulary Chapter 7. Activity A-Z Bibliography Index
£24.99
Pearson Education Limited English SATs Complete Revision and Test Practice
Book SynopsisBoost confidence and encourage results Easy to use, bright and friendly, this engaging guide will support and nurture children's learning as they prepare for their KS2 SATs on grammar, punctuation and spelling and reading. It'll help them build their resilience and stamina, test and track their progress and gently motivate them to achieve their very best. Stay on track and keep focused Use this guide to unlock all the requirements of the KS2 English test papers. Its unique learning and revision features expertly support what children are learning in class so they can quickly get ahead in the vital areas of grammar, punctuation, spelling and reading. Build and test essential skills and knowledge Using an appealing array of SATs-style tests, including a FULL practice paper, combined with fun exercises and activities, children can practise their skills, improve their knowledge and hone their abilities i
£7.87
Cambridge University Press Approaches to Learning and Teaching Literature in
Book SynopsisA subject-specific guide for teachers to supplement professional development and provide resources for lesson planning. Approaches to learning and teaching Literature in English is the perfect companion for teachers who want to understand key teaching techniques and use them to create effective and engaging lessons. Considering the local and global contexts when planning and teaching a syllabus, the title presents ideas for literature in English with practical examples that help put teaching theory into practice. Teachers can download online tools for lesson planning from our website. This book is ideal support for those new to teaching or wanting to refresh their ideas, and for those studying professional development qualifications or PGCEs.Table of Contents1 Introduction to the series by the editors; 2 Purpose and context; 3 The nature of the subject ; 4 Key considerations; 5 Interpreting a syllabus; 6 Active learning; 7 Assessment for Learning; 8 Metacognition; 9 Language awareness; 10 Inclusive education; 11 Teaching with digital technologies; 12 Global thinking; 13 Reflective practice; 14 Understanding the impact of classroom practice on student progress; Recommended reading; Index
£25.89
Oxford University Press Oxford Revise AQA GCSE English Literature Power
Book SynopsisThis revision guide covers everything that you need to revise for the Power and Conflict Poetry Anthology as part of AQA GCSE English Literature. You'll build all the knowledge and skills that you need for your exam. Poem summaries and key ideas are clearly covered and you'll get plenty of exam practice.
£11.39
Hodder Education Aunt Jen
Book SynopsisThere have been many great and enduring works of literature by Caribbean authors over the last century. The Caribbean Contemporary Classics collection celebrates these deep and vibrant stories, overflowing with life and acute observations about society.Written as a series of letters from the child Sunshine to her absent mother, Aunt Jen traces the changing attitudes of a child entering adulthood as she tries to understand the truth behind her mother''s departure, and make sense of her relationship with her family. Aunt Jen migrated to England as part of the Windrush generation, and Sunshine''s letters, written in the early 1970s, reveal something of the emotional as well as the physical gulf between those who left and those who remained behind. A companion novel to Letters Home, Aunt Jen is a painfully one-sided correspondence, revealing the complex inheritance we pass on to our children.Suitable for readers aged 14 and above.
£15.59
Hodder Education Escape to Last Man Peak
Book SynopsisThere have been many great and enduring works of literature by Caribbean authors over the last century. The Caribbean Contemporary Classics collection celebrates these deep and vibrant stories, overflowing with life and acute observations about society.Sunrise Orphanage is a happy place until the great sickness comes to the country, when the ten orphan children are left to fend for themselves. Normal life breaks down, and people do what they can to survive. Threatened with being taken to a labour camp, the children''s only alternative is a perilous journey across the island. Sanctuary awaits them at Last Man Peak, but will they be able to reach it? Unforeseen danger waits at every turn. No one can be trusted. The arduous trek would be challenging enough even without the need to avoid capture - capture which would mean the labour camp, or possibly something much worse. The journey, with only their wits and courage to help them, will change their lives for ever.
£15.59
Hodder Education The Suns Eye
Book SynopsisThere have been many great and enduring works of literature by Caribbean authors over the last century. The Caribbean Contemporary Classics collection celebrates these deep and vibrant stories, overflowing with life and acute observations about society.In the vast AtlanticThe sun''s eye blazes over the edge of the oceanAnd watches the islands in a great bow curvingFrom Florida down to the South American coast.The poems and stories included in The Sun''s Eye present a selection of old favourites and new discoveries, celebrating the rich, warm, vibrant and vital life in the string of islands which curve down from Florida to the South American coast. A great celebration of Caribbean culture, and testimonial to all who have felt the warmth of the Caribbean sun and the whisper of the Caribbean breeze.Suitable for readers aged 11 and above.
£15.59
Hodder Education English Literature for the IB Diploma Prepare for
Book SynopsisStretch your students to achieve their best grade with this year-round course companion; providing clear and concise explanations of all syllabus requirements and topics, and exam practice questions to support and strengthen learning.- Practice and revise skills - exam practice boxes throughout with questions for paper 1 and paper 2 with genuine example answers. - Achieve the best grades - expert advice on how to approach and explore a topic for the IA and HL essay plus Learner Portfolio activities and tips on how to present work.- Build confidence and strengthen skills - guidance on how to encompass the areas of exploration, concept connections and global issues from the new course structure into answers. - Focus revision - key terms and definitions listed for each topic/subtopic.
£28.95
Pearson Education Limited Wolf Brother Hardcover Educational Edition
Book Synopsis"Wolf Brother is the kind of story you dream of reading and all too rarely find. The descriptions of the ancient world are wonderful. The vivid prose leaps off the page." The Times
£18.17
Pearson Education Limited Journey to JoBurg 02e Hardcover educational
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£18.17
Hachette Children's Group Einstein The Girl Who Hated Maths
Book SynopsisFrom the mysterious power of the decimal point to the oddity of odd numbers, fun and wonder are the essence of these remarkable poems. The winner of the Queen''s Gold Medal for Poetry takes us through the delight and silliness maths has to offer.Subjects range from the title poem in which Einstein''s number-loving parents persuade her of the fun they have with maths, to poems about the magic number nine, the power of the decimal point, and the ancient Inca counting device the Quipo.Trade ReviewAn hilarious look at maths from a poet's-eye view ... will convert even the most reluctant mathematician to the fun to be had with numbers. * Carousel *A must-read for all number enthusiasts * The School Run *Provide[s] rich opportunities for linking maths with literacy ... [a] delightful poetic pot pourri ... The title poem draws your attention like iron filings to a magnet ... Takes us on an enchanting poetic pilgrimage through numberland ... A snazzy animated collection that will undoubtedly transform your class into maths disciples... My Year 5 class gave this volume a thumbs up ... You can count on [this book] to fascinate, engage and ignite an enthusiastic response to learn more about the magic of maths and the power of poetry. * TES Teacher *This unique collection of original poems about maths provides delightful insights into the world of numbers - sometimes humorous, sometimes thoughtful, always highly entertaining. * Books Magazine *The poems are lively enough to stand up on their own, but accompanied by the artwork of Satoshi Kitamura, they practically jump out of the page at you. * Junior *An hilarious look at maths from a poet's-eye view ... will convert even the most reluctant mathematician to the fun to be had with numbers. * Carousel *Provide[s] rich opportunities for linking maths with literacy ... [a] delightful poetic pot pourri ... The title poem draws your attention like iron filings to a magnet ... Takes us on an enchanting poetic pilgrimage through numberland ... A snazzy animated collection that will undoubtedly transform your class into maths disciples... My Year 5 class gave this volume a thumbs up ... You can count on [this book] to fascinate, engage and ignite an enthusiastic response to learn more about the magic of maths and the power of poetry. * TES Teacher *This unique collection of original poems about maths provides delightful insights into the world of numbers - sometimes humorous, sometimes thoughtful, always highly entertaining. * Books Magazine *The poems are lively enough to stand up on their own, but accompanied by the artwork of Satoshi Kitamura, they practically jump out of the page at you. * Junior *
£6.99
Hodder Education Study and Revise for GCSE An Inspector Calls
Book SynopsisExam Board: AQA, OCR, Edexcel, WJEC, WJEC Eduqas, CCEALevel: GCSE (9-1)Subject: English LiteratureFirst teaching: September 2015First exams: Summer 2017Enable students to achieve their best grade in GCSE English Literature with this year-round course companion; designed to instil in-depth textual understanding as students read, analyse and revise An Inspector Calls throughout the course.This Study and Revise guide:- Increases students'' knowledge of An Inspector Calls as they progress through the detailed commentary and contextual information written by experienced teachers and examiners- Develops understanding of plot, characterisation, themes and language, equipping students with a rich bank of textual examples to enhance their exam responses- Builds critical and analytical skills through challenging, thought-provoking questions that encourage students to form theTrade ReviewThe new Study and Revise guides are wonderful. Students who used them were able to provide a focused and personal response in their exam questions. Those who used guides from other series covered the points required but responses were more generic: they didn't show the deeper and more thoughtful understanding that students gained from using Study and Revise. -- English Teacher, Hasmonean High School, London * Victoria Daniels *
£15.84
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Teaching Shakespeare with Purpose
Book SynopsisWhat does it mean to teach Shakespeare with purpose? It means freeing teachers from the notion that teaching Shakespeare means teaching everything, or teaching Western Civilisation and universal themes. Instead, this invigorating new book equips teachers to enable student-centred discovery of these complex texts. Because Shakespeare's plays are excellent vehicles for many topics history, socio-cultural norms and mores, vocabulary, rhetoric, literary tropes and terminology, performance history, performance strategies it is tempting to teach his plays as though they are good for teaching everything. This lens-free approach, however, often centres the classroom on the teacher as the expert and renders Shakespeare's plays as fixed, determined, and dead. Teaching Shakespeare with Purpose shows teachers how to approach Shakespeare's works as vehicles for collaborative exploration, to develop intentional frames for discovery, and to release the texts from over-determined interpretatioTrade ReviewThompson and Turchi describe techniques for moving us away from teacher-centered historical expertise toward a collaborative and participatory model of learning that puts Shakespearean language and performance at the center of the classroom experience … It’s innovative, practical, and generous; I hope it will be read widely and put to use. * Studies in English Literature 1500-1900 *Teaching Shakespeare with Purpose is not just a practical guide but an argument for the continued relevance of Shakespeare survey courses … Each chapter grounds the teaching theory in practical examples from a model class. The chapters are full of helpful activities including model close readings, themes, and questions from the plays selected (each chapter relies on a different one to model the pedagogy discussed). This approach is advantageous since it provides value for readers who may only have time to read a chapter or two. As well, the pedagogical process described is adaptable to any set of plays. Thompson and Turchi discuss framing, guided questions, entry points, and close readings that allow any teacher the structure she needs to get started on designing her Introduction to Shakespeare course while preserving an individual’s pedagogical strengths and the freedom to pick any of the plays … As someone working on an ‘Introduction to Shakespeare’ class for the first time, this book was a must read if only for the way that it helped put the task of design, teaching, and assessment, in perspective. However, the authors demystify and clarify the purpose of all of the aspects of an introductory course in a way that is not overbearing. Their argument is always student-centered and asks us to make choices about how we approach any aspect of the play (be it the history, the language, or the writing assignments we pick) in order to enhance the experience for the students. In this way, they have given readers a good model not just for the teaching of an ‘Introduction to Shakespeare’ course but other literature courses as well. * This Rough Magic *Table of ContentsChapter One: Introduction: The Realities of the 21st Century Chapter Two: Finding Your Purpose and Putting It into Action: Framing Chapter Three: ‘Ancient English’: Shakespeare’s Language Chapter Four: Embodiment: What Is It (Not)? Chapter Five: History: What Time Are You Thinking About? Chapter Six: Writing Assignments with a Purpose Chapter Seven: Assessment with a Purpose Chapter Eight: The Tyranny of Resources Bibliography Index
£25.64
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC The Curious Incident of the Dog in the NightTime
Book SynopsisWritten specifically for GCSE students by academics in the field, the Methuen Drama GCSE Student Editions provide in-depth explanatory material alongside the play texts frequently studied at Key Stage 4. Whether for use in the classroom or independent study, these editions offer a fully comprehensive and lightly glossed play text with accompanying notes specifically directed towards readers of this age, which unravel essential topics and challenge all students to delve further into literary analysis. In Simon Stephens''s multi-award-winning stage adaptation of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, based on Mark Haddon''s novel, Christopher''s investigation into the death of the neighbour''s dog tears his world apart and confronts him with the struggle to survive when everything feels foreign.In addition to some on-page explanatory notes and the play text itself, this edition contains sub-headed analyses of themes, characters, context and dramatic devices, as well asTrade ReviewTrue to the original novel, Simon Stephens's version drips with ideas * Evening Standard *Table of ContentsConcise critical commentary, focusing upon key speeches/events; language; dramatic technique Expanded sections on theme, dramatic technique, characterisation and context Close reading of selected passages Press reviews including up-to-date reviews Words of actors and directors who have been involved in the play Playwrights' own words (annotated) Short extracts from critical writings on the playwright Extensive activities involving other works by the playwright
£10.99
Hodder Education Scottish Set Text Guide: Tally's Blood for
Book SynopsisExam Board: SQALevel: National 5Subject: EnglishFirst teaching: September 2017First exams: Summer 2018Understand, analyse, evaluate, succeed. This study and revision guide takes you through every aspect of Tally's Blood, with exam advice for the National 5 English Critical Reading paper.Fully up to date with SQA's latest exam requirements, this book is written by an expert who knows what exam success looks like.> Develop understanding of plot, structure, characterisation, themes and language. Clear explanations and detailed commentary are supported by definitions of key terms and unfamiliar words> Build critical and analytical skills. Students are encouraged to think more deeply about the text and consider the writers' ideas, choices and techniques> Receive advice on the Scottish Texts section of the exam. Sample questions with model answers and examiner-style commentary are supported by additional practice questions for students to do> Prepare for the Critical Essay section of the exam. With tips and examples for planning, structuring and writing a top-grade essay, plus practice essay questions for students to answer> Remember key quotations. A selection of quotes are highlighted throughout, so students can use them in the exam to make comparisons between different parts of the text> Review your learning. Quick questions at the end of each chapter check students' understanding of the text
£9.81
Hodder Education Touchstones: A Teaching Anthology of Poetry
Book SynopsisDevelop a love for poetry at key stage three with the trusted Touchstones series. This diverse selection of over 150 poems features thought-provoking contemporary voices and much-loved favourites. Touchstones: A Teaching Anthology of Poetry will help you to:· Explain and contextualise poems across a broad range of genres and themes· Support your lessons with over 100 ready-made activities designed for independent, paired and group work· Challenge your students with additional activities specifically designed to stretch their learning· Build the skills required for the poetry element of the latest GCSE English Literature specifications, with chapters dedicated to comparative and unseen poetry· Introduce a range of poets commonly studied at GCSE, from William Wordsworth to Imtiaz Dharker· Introduce a range of contemporary poets, such as Kate Clanchy and Holly McNish, alongside more familiar classics· Support the implementation of the 2014 national curriculum at Key Stage 3Michael Benton has recently published a new collection of poetry: 'In the Mind's Eye'. Available in bookstores now.
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GLMP Ltd Academic Essay, the: How to Plan, Draft, Write &
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Bright Red Publishing BrightRED Study Guide National 5 English - New
Book SynopsisGet exam ready with our new edition National 5 English Study Guide! Written by the author of some of our bestselling English titles, Christopher Nicol, this guide will give you all the tools you need to succeed in National 5 English. In this Study Guide, you will find up-to-date coverage of the key content you need to know to succeed at National 5; clear and concise explanations of all the crucial course components, including Close Reading, the Critical Essay, Context Work, Spoken Interactions, and Critical Listening; Don’t Forget pointers that offer advice on key facts and how to avoid common mistakes; Things to Do and Think About sections which provide you with plenty of opportunities to put your knowledge into practice. This guide is also supported by a host of free additional material available on the BrightRED Digital Zone!Trade ReviewThirty-four 5* review on Amazon.co.ukTable of ContentsReading for Understanding, Analysis, and Evaluation, The Critical Essay: What’s Involved?, Critical Reading: Overview, Critical Reading: Scottish Literature, Portfolio, Glossary of Critical Terms
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