Learning Programme 2 (LP2)
Subject: English / Year group: 7 / LP2
During this half term I will be learning how to analyse the way writers present Heroes and Villains in a range of texts studied. / Homework
LP2/1
To explore the idea of sympathy in Frankenstein
To explore the writer’s use of language
To revise PEA paragraphs
To understand how writers create mood and atmosphere / Weekly grammar homework sheet
Weekly reading/writing task based on text studied in class.
LP2/2
To explore our first impressions of character and plot in Great Expectations
To explore Pip’s feelings in chapter 1.
Preparation for writing exam:- Describe what type of a person you think this is (hero or villain).
You must include:-
- Appearance
- Personality
- Skills you think that person has
Weekly reading/writing task based on text studied in class.
LP2/3
To explore Shakespeare’s genre and features.
To begin to explore Shakespeare’s use of Language
To explore the character of Macbeth and his motivations
To complete language analysis of Act 2 Scene 1 / Weekly grammar homework sheet
Weekly reading/writing task based on text studied in class.
LP2/4
To explore Macbeth’s developing character
To explore how and why Lady Macbeth has changed throughout the play
To create a storyboard of key events in the play
To explore Macbeth’s role in deaths in the play. / Weekly grammar homework sheet
Weekly reading/writing task based on text studied in class.
LP2/5
To select and retrieve information from a text accurately
To consolidate our understanding of The Tell Tale Heart
Preparation for reading exam:- How does the writer use languageto present the character of XXXXXXXXXXX (character dependent on novel studied)?
Preparation for writing exam:- Write a letter to your local newspaper, giving your views on Simon Cowell as to whether you think he is a hero or a villain. / Weekly grammar homework sheet
Weekly reading/writing task based on text studied in class.
LP2/6
Revision of reading and writing skills
End of term reading and writing exams in the hall. / Weekly grammar homework sheet
Weekly reading/writing task based on text studied in class.
LP2/7
To explore the concept of what makes a hero and to revise poetic techniques.
To understand what the soldiers experienced in WW1.
To explore key themes and ideas in the poem ‘Vultures’
S &L assessment: group discussion about the presentation of heroes and villains in the poems studied.