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Scaffolding using 'I do, we do, you do'
How we introduce new information and skills is vital when it comes to pupils’ understanding and the learning process. One method for...
Ms Duckworth
May 6, 20246 min read


Developing the use of academic language and sophisticated vocabulary
The use of academic language and sophisticated vocabulary is integral to expanding upon analysis and developing a personal...
Ms Duckworth
Aug 5, 20232 min read


Quotation Deep Dive & Extended Writing
I have recently been working on developing my pupils' understanding of the many layers of interpretation in a text. I am currently...
Ms Duckworth
Mar 18, 20231 min read


Resources and Activities for Teaching Unseen Poetry
Teaching unseen poetry can seem like a difficult undertaking. This is the most unpredictable part of any exam and can cause the most...
Ms Duckworth
Mar 2, 20226 min read


Writing a relevant and sustained response to a literature text
Threading ideas in a literature text. An approach aimed at improving consistency and relevance as well as maintaining a sustained response.
Ms Duckworth
May 30, 20212 min read


Developing Pupils’ Responses to Literature
Developing pupils' analysis, personal response and use of context when writing about a Literature text.
Ms Duckworth
May 2, 20213 min read


Using Booklets as a Teaching and Learning Tool
How to design and use booklets in your classroom teaching.
Ms Duckworth
Aug 3, 20207 min read


My Reflections on Online Teaching
My reflections on online teaching and the valuable lessons I have learned.
Ms Duckworth
Jun 7, 202010 min read


Teaching Poetry Analysis
Some practical ideas on how to teach poetry to your pupils
Ms Duckworth
May 8, 20206 min read


Why I’ve changed how I use starters…
How and why I've changed how I use starter activities in all of my lessons.
Ms Duckworth
May 2, 20205 min read
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