English CPD

Beth Kemp, English teacher and diversity in literature researcher, offers her suggestions for classroom resources and reading recommendations to help you to diversify and enrich your KS3-5 English curriculum.

Develop KS3-4 English students' confidence and enjoyment in writing for pleasure with a selection of inspiring classroom resources and activities. 

Trevor Millum, Teachit’s poet in residence, shares some resources to help KS3-4 English students enjoy writing poetry and comparing poems.

There's no doubt that unseen fiction texts can be challenging for even the highest attaining students. Learners need strong reading, comprehension and vocabulary skills, as well as an appreciation of the effects of language, structure and literary techniques to tackle the GCSE English Language exam questions. Here's a selection of carefully scaffolded and supportive practice resources to build KS3-4 English students' confidence.  

With so many non-fiction text types to cover and so little time, English Language teachers need engaging classroom resources that get the job done, while also building students' writing skills under timed conditions. Here's our selection of hard-working resources that you'll also enjoy teaching with.  

Download our helpful hints eBook for information and assistance for teachers coping with exam season.  Includes five simple tips to help you handle GCSE exam stress and access to useful resources.