Pupil outcome: I can explain how the author has shaped our initial impressions of key characters in ‘When the Sky Falls’. Key learning points: - 'When the Sky Falls' is set in 1941, during the Second World War. - A 12-year-old boy,...

Pupil outcome: I can recognise excellent writing practice in a model answer. Key learning points: - When comparing poems, you should choose a poem that matches the poem you have been given thematically. - Use comparative connectives like...

Pupil outcome: I can understand the importance of context and use tentative language to make assertions about Priestley's intentions.

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- Contextual information can help to deepen an understanding of a...

Pupil outcome: I can present a convincing argument about how to interpret Katherine Mansfield’s short story, ‘The Fly’ (1922). Key learning points: - You could argue that Mansfield is critical of the older generation in ‘The Fly’. - At...

Pupil outcome: I can rewrite two paragraphs of Katherine Mansfield's short story 'The Fly' (1922) shifting the focus from the boss to the character of Macey, the boss's employee. Key learning points: - Katherine Mansfield’s 'The Fly' is...

Pupil outcome: I can explore how Ian Beck and Wilfred Owen use sentence structure to give their writing rhythm and, inspired by them, craft a creative paragraph with engaging rhythm. Key learning points: - Writers spend time crafting the...

Pupil outcome: I can use context to make predictions about the text's themes and purpose. Key learning points: - Rules and laws are put in place to try and ensure that society remains civilised and peaceful. - 'Lord of the Flies' was...

Pupil outcome: I can explain the similarities and differences between how Dharker and Shelley present ideas of time and temporality. Key learning points: - Shelley foregrounds the difference between the past and the present in ‘England...

Pupil outcome: I can explain how Golding structures the text and subverts the traditional adventure novel genre. Key learning points: - The deaths in the novel drive the plot - they escalate in brutality and intention as the novel...

Pupil outcome: I can explain how Hughes presents the power of nature. Key learning points: - The poem is written from the perspective of a drowsy hawk, who muses on his life as a predator. - The hawk’s voice is characterised as...

Pupil outcome: I can show a thorough understanding of a 1917 letter that Wilfred Owen sent to his mother from the trenches of World War One. Key learning points: - Wilfred Owen (1893-1918) was a British poet and soldier. - Owen is best...

Pupil outcome: I can use my research to plan and write the first section of an essay about the Windrush. Key learning points: - Writing is most successful when structure, content and vocabulary is planned. - Information in this section...

Pupil outcome: I can explain similarities and differences between poets' viewpoints. Key learning points: - 'Poppies' can be compared to many of the other war poems in the anthology. - Unlike other war poems, 'Poppies' focuses on the...

Pupil outcome: I can describe how poets use language, form and structure to express their different experiences of war. Key learning points: - Owen's authentic poem presents a first hand experience of war. - Often first hand experiences...

Erica Chenoweth credits their middle school English and homeroom teacher, Joyce Jarboe, with making the biggest difference in their life. Recognizing that Erica had a different learning style and was often bored in class, Ms. Jarboe...

John Schmitz, a history professor at Northern Virginia Community College, discusses his book Enemies Among Us, which explores the relocation, internment, and repatriation of German, Italian, and Japanese Americans during World War II....

The 200-year history of democracy, told through an animated time-lapsed map showing how government systems have evolved over time.

Franklin D. Roosevelt, or FDR, was one of the most influential U.S. presidents of the 20th century. In this video, we take a clear, straightforward look at how he led the nation through two of its biggest challenges: the Great Depression...

What was World War I, and why did it change the world? In this video, we explain the key events, causes, and impact of World War I in a simple and engaging way for students and curious viewers. Learn about the assassination that sparked...

Meet Amelia Earhart, the daring pilot who made history by flying higher, farther, and braver than anyone thought possible. In this short and easy-to-understand video, you’ll learn about her childhood dreams, her record-breaking flights,...

In this episode, we’ll explore the Russian Revolution—a time when people in Russia rose up to change their country. You’ll learn why many were unhappy with the king, or czar, and how workers and soldiers demanded a new way of life. We’ll...

Memorial Day is a special time to remember the brave men and women who gave their lives serving in the military. This holiday began after the Civil War and has grown into a day of parades, flags, and moments of quiet respect. We’ll learn...

Who was Winston Churchill, and why is he one of the most famous leaders in history? In this video, we explore the life and legacy of Britain’s wartime prime minister. Learn how Churchill led the United Kingdom through World War II with...

This video entitled "Events of World War I" evaluate events of World War I.