An Introduction to narratives. Part 1 in our series 'Planning & Writing a Narrative'. This video explains the basic structure of narratives and identifies the story elements.

Pupil outcome: I can identify features of the Gothic genre in the plot of 'Frankenstein' in 'Frankenstein'. Key learning points: - Gothic literature is literature that evokes feelings of mystery, fear and terror. - The horrifying events...

The Elements of Fiction - Ernest Hemingway, Mark Twain, Robert Louis Stevenson . these are just three of the renowned authors whose work is cited in The Elements of Fiction, which explores: Plot elements, character, conflict, flashback,...

This video dives into the concepts of tone and mood in storytelling, crucial elements that shape a reader's emotional response. It guides viewers through identifying tone and mood in narratives, emphasizing their roles in creating a...

Penetrating Properties of Radiation



Radioactivity. What is it? Should we b

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It was Marie Curie who first used the word radioactive to describe a phenomenon discovered by Becquerel in 1896. It...

Uncover the art of writing a compelling conclusion for your essay, an essential element that brings your narrative full circle. Learn how to summarize main points, reiterate the thesis statement, and leave a lasting impression with a...

Structuralism is a form of literary theory which, inspired by semiotics and the linguistics of Ferdinand de Saussure, emerged in France in the 1950s. In this week’s episode of What the Theory?, we take a look at how...

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Piazza Armerina, the Villa Romana del Casale in Piazza Armerina is considered to be one of the most important exemplars of an official governmental residence, attributed to the elaboration and exceptional beauty of its architectonic and...

Penetrating Properties of Radiation Radioactivity. What is it? Should we be worried? It was Marie Curie who first used the word radioactive to describe a phenomenon discovered by Becquerel in 1896. It would be Rutherford who would...

Discover the world of contractions and singular possessive pronouns with a captivating story about a turtle and a rabbit racing. Learn to identify and use contractions like "I'm," "doesn't," and "can't," alongside possessive pronouns...

Pupil outcome: I can identify and explain key symbols in ‘The Tell-Tale Heart’. Key learning points: - Symbolism is where writers use objects, characters, or elements in their work, to represent deeper ideas and themes. - Poe uses the...

In this video, the concept of theme in storytelling is explored, emphasizing how authors convey their central messages through various elements such as character dialogue, actions, names, contrasting characters, and outcomes. Viewers are...