At times, students find the metalanguage of English difficult to grasp. When studying a new text such as short story, it helps to guide students through the process of locating figurative and descriptive language, while also providing evidence to assist in their success. Below is a document that I created that segments each of types … Continue reading Locating Descriptive and Figurative Features
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Describing Conflict
Below you will find a document that students can use to collate information about the internal and external conflict a character experiences. On the first page, students will simply present and overview of the character's experiences. I have used some prompts to prompt students with their writing. On the second page, students will look through the text, identify and example, and record the internal and/or external conflict present. They will then explain the impact these conflicts have on the character.
Four Free and Fantastic Websites to Increase Engagement!
We are now in a digital world where quizzes and activities do not need to be paper based. Digital resources are aplenty and will save you time, while also increasing engagement with your students. Check out the four website below that can become a regular addition to your classroom.
Describing Setting – Graphic Organiser
In a previous post, I outlined how to introduce the setting to students, include the different types of settings. To support this lesson, I have created worksheet that you can use with students. Below is a two-page document. On the front, students answer questions on a general basis about the types of setting in the … Continue reading Describing Setting – Graphic Organiser
Bored With the Classroom? Writing Outside with Structure and Purpose
Recently, I was thinking about unique ways to get my students writing outside of the classroom. Often our students are stuck within the boundaries of four walls, which sometimes isn't all that exciting to look at. Sure, posters and images of foreign landscapes might be inspiring, but nothing can replace authentic experiences.
The English Classroom 