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A Christmas Lesson with Charles Dickens: A Christmas Carol Special
A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens, adapted by Elspeth Rawstron, illustrated by Valentina Mai.Continue Reading -
All about adaptations: speaking and writing tasks to have fun with adaptations
This week we have been looking at various aspects of adaptations.Continue Reading -
All about adaptations
Think of your favourite classic tale or novel, and then try to remember the different adaptations you have read, seen or heard of it.Continue Reading -
Alice in Wonderland: Lesson Plan and Resources - Part 2
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland never ceases to amaze us and it is definitely a story which is suitable for readers of all ages. In our first Alice in Wonderland lesson&nbsContinue Reading -
Alice in Wonderland: Lesson Plan and Resources - Part 1
Let's get 'curiouser and curiouser' this year, and start celebrating Lewis Carroll's fascinating classic, Alice's Adventures in Wonderland.Continue Reading -
A talent to thrill - 2 exciting political thrillers
Detective stories, mysteries and thrillers have enjoyed immense popularity in recent years. Just think of Scandinavian thrillers like the Millenium trilogy, or TV series like House of Cards.Continue Reading -
A reading teacher's New Year's resolutions
Whether you are into new year's resolutions or not, you might be looking for some new ideas to liven up your teaching. As we know, teachers are always keen to try new activities and we belieContinue Reading -
A Connecticut Yankee in the English Class
We are all aware of the benefits of extensive reading, but some of us may feel unsure about how to approach longer texts in class.Continue Reading -
A class project - a sequel to Next Door
We are glad to share this class project as an excellent example of using our readings to develop creative writing skills with your students.Continue Reading -
8 tips for teacher wellbeing
How does our own well-being contribute to our students’ learning?Continue Reading -
8 Literary Costume Ideas for Halloween
If you are running a Book Club or you simply plan to have some Halloween fun with your classes, organise a fancy dress party in your classes.Continue Reading -
6 Strategies for Reading with Young Learners
Young learners love stories, and reading with young learners typically involves including a wide range of activities along with the reading itself.Continue Reading