The complete and comprehensive way to support your studies and assessments in 2021 and exams in 2022. Quickly get to grips with key writing skills, including planning and writing your own texts in the exam and writing about fiction and non-fiction extracts. Build confidence with key definitions, examples, regular tests and 'Top tips' for improvement. Perfect your techniques and write mark-maximising answers with the targeted 'Aiming high' tips. Power up your writing skills and feel fully ready and equipped to excel in any test or assessment. For the first time, York Notes bring you a Revision and Exam Practice guide to help you improve your writing skills for the whole of your English Language and English Literature GCSE 9-1 courses. So whether you're studying at home, online or in the classroom, York Notes is your best bet for the best grades. Packed with more powerful features than any other guide, our Writing Skills: Revision and Exam Practice guide is easy to use, brimming with essential info and will quickly become your go-to buddy as you navigate your GCSE course, build your confidence, stay motivated and get ready to impress in any test, assessment or exam.

Show students how to make progress towards Cambridge Lower Secondary and IGCSE success with these skills-focused resources. Series edited by Julia Burchell and Mike Gould, this book offers rich, engaging and comprehensive coverage of the Cambridge Secondary 1 curriculum at Stage 9, with expert teacher support. * Focused on improving skills - full coverage of the Cambridge Secondary 1 curriculum with clear learning outcomes in each lesson plan * Organised by writing type - lesson plans will cover reading, writing, speaking and listening and grammar and punctuation and build towards a purposeful final task aligned with the assessment outcomes and mark scheme criteria. * Supports progression - shows students how to improve via modelling, differentiated and scaffolded activities, and end-of-chapter self-assessment tasks and checklists * A clear lesson-by-lesson approach - allows teachers easily to use the resources in the classroom and to dip in to support their own schemes of work * The most comprehensive teacher support - full schemes of work and detailed, differentiated lesson plans that share the best aspects of UK practice with international teachers, including those who are not primarily EFL or ESL teachers by training * Provides support as part of a set of resources for the Cambridge Lower Secondary English curriculum framework from 2018

Boost confidence and encourage results Easy to use, bright and friendly, this engaging guide will support and nurture children's learning as they prepare for their KS2 SATs on grammar, punctuation and spelling and reading. It'll help them build their resilience and stamina, test and track their progress and gently motivate them to achieve their very best. Stay on track and keep focused Use this guide to unlock all the requirements of the KS2 English test papers. Its unique learning and revision features expertly support what children are learning in class so they can quickly get ahead in the vital areas of grammar, punctuation, spelling and reading. Build and test essential skills and knowledge Using an appealing array of SATs-style tests, including a FULL practice paper, combined with fun exercises and activities, children can practise their skills, improve their knowledge and hone their abilities in readiness for the official tests.

Updated and fully aligned with the Cambridge International AS & A Level English Language 9093 syllabus for examination 2021. This coursebook helps students take an active approach to developing and applying the key reading and writing skills they need to succeed in their AS & A Level English Language course. In the first part of the book, for AS Level, students will learn to analyse and write different text types, from diaries and blogs to reviews, speeches and narratives. The second part supports A Level study, building on the skills students have learnt at AS level and applying them to four specialist areas of English: Language Change, Child Language Acquisition, English and the World, and Language and the Self.

Whether you're looking for a reliable way to get back on track, a super-speedy refresher, or if this is your first time studying Wiliam Shakespeare's classic tragic-comedy, York Notes for GCSE AQA Rapid Revision Guide: The Merchant of Venice is brimming with everything you need to supercharge your success and race ahead to great results in all your assessments and exams. This Rapid Revision Guide is a fast and effective way to refresh your knowledge. Cleverly structured and very easy to use, this handy, portable catch-up guide will take you step-by-step through everything you need to know, remember and recall. In order to impress an examiner you are likely to need to demonstrate understanding of key contexts. This Rapid Revision guide will help you to revise what is learnt about the characters, themes, and language that Shakespeare uses, as well as focusing on key quotations. Exam focus sections appear frequently and provide practical answers to questions such as: How do I link context to the play? Quick quizzes, power paragraphs and try for yourself sections make this a speedy way to practise your skills. York Notes are the experts in English Literature, so if you're looking for THE ultimate smart, fast and highly effective way to get ahead with William Shakespeare's The Merchant of Venice, then this handy guide is all you need.

The bestselling York Notes for GCSE series now includes new York Notes for GCSE Workbooks. These great new Workbooks offer a wide range of write-in tasks and exercises to boost your knowledge of the text and help you practise for the exam: Learn: Tasks and answers on every area of the text, from Plot and Action and Characters to Key Contexts, Themes, Language and Structure, will help to enhance your learning and take your revision further. Practise: With exercises on spelling, punctuation and grammar, sample paragraphs and exam-style questions, you can practise and perfect all the key skills you need to write top-quality answers. Test yourself: Use the quick tests and longer questions to put your knowledge to the test. Monitor your progress at every stage and stay on track for success! The new York Notes for GCSE Of Mice and Men Workbook is the perfect partner to the bestselling York Notes for GCSE Of Mice and Men Study Guide ISBN 9781408248805. Use them together to help you get the best grade you can in your English Literature GCSE.

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Show students how to make progress towards Cambridge Lower Secondary and IGCSE success with these skills-focused resources. Series edited by Julia Burchell and Mike Gould, this book offers rich, engaging and comprehensive coverage of the Cambridge Secondary 1 curriculum at Stage 8, with expert teacher support. Focused on improving skills - full coverage of the Cambridge Secondary 1 curriculum with clear learning outcomes in each lesson plan Organised by writing type - lesson plans will cover reading, writing, speaking and listening and grammar and punctuation and build towards a purposeful final task aligned with the assessment outcomes and mark scheme criteria. Supports progression - shows students how to improve via modelling, differentiated and scaffolded activities, and end-of-chapter self-assessment tasks and checklists A clear lesson-by-lesson approach - allows teachers easily to use the resources in the classroom and to dip in to support their own schemes of work The most comprehensive teacher support - full schemes of work and detailed, differentiated lesson plans that share the best aspects of UK practice with international teachers, including those who are not primarily EFL or ESL teachers by training Provides support as part of a set of resources for the Cambridge Lower Secondary English curriculum framework from 2018

Exam board: AQA, Edexcel, OCR, Eduqas; Cambridge Assessment International Education Level & Subject: GCSE 9-1 English Literature; IGCSE Literature in English First teaching: September 2015; September 2018 First examination: June 2017; June 2020 This edition of Macbeth is perfect for GCSE-level students, with the complete play in an accessible format, on-page notes, introduction setting the context, timeline, character and theme indexes. Affordable high quality complete play for Macbeth, ideal for GCSE 9-1 and IGCSE Demystify vocabulary with notes on the page and concise commentary Set the scene with perfectly pitched introductions that introduce key contexts, concerns and stylistic features, and examine different performances and interpretations Recall plot summaries at the beginning of each scene Support GCSE revision and essay writing with theme and character indexes Help students with social, historical and literary context with the bespoke timeline of Shakespeare's life and times

The Collins Cambridge Lower Secondary English series offers a skills-building approach to the Cambridge Lower Secondary English curriculum framework (0861) from 2020. The second edition of the Stage 8 Workbook is designed to help students to consolidate their learning through further practice to secure the skills taught in the Student's Book. This series is endorsed by Cambridge Assessment International Education to support the new curriculum framework 0861 from 2020. Consolidate and extend students' learning with engaging practice activities and additional language support for Chapters 1 to 6 of the Student's Book. The numbered units correspond clearly to the Student's Book and can be set as homework or used in class for further study. All tasks can be completed individually. As in the Student's Book each chapter builds from scaffolded activities to more independent and substantial tasks. The write-in format aids revision and keeps learning in one place, allowing teachers to monitor students' progress. Answers to the Workbook questions are provided in the Stage 7 Teacher's Guide.

The Collins Cambridge Lower Secondary English series offers a skills-building approach to the Cambridge Lower Secondary English curriculum framework (0861) from 2020. The second edition of the Stage 7 Workbook is designed to help students to consolidate their learning through further practice to secure the skills taught in the Student's Book. This series is endorsed by Cambridge Assessment International Education to support the new curriculum framework 0861 from 2020. Consolidate and extend students' learning with engaging practice activities and additional language support for Chapters 1 to 6 of the Student's Book. The numbered units correspond clearly to the Student's Book and can be set as homework or used in class for further study. All tasks can be completed individually. As in the Student's Book each chapter builds from scaffolded activities to more independent and substantial tasks. The write-in format aids revision and keeps learning in one place, allowing teachers to monitor students' progress. Answers to the Workbook questions are provided in the Stage 7 Teacher's Guide.

Exam board: AQA, Edexcel, OCR, Eduqas; Cambridge Assessment International Education Level & Subject: GCSE 9-1 English Literature; IGCSE Literature in English First teaching: September 2015; September 2018 First examination: June 2017; June 2020 and 2021 This edition of Romeo and Juliet is perfect for GCSE-level students, with the complete play in an accessible format, on-page notes, introduction setting the context, timeline, character and theme indexes. Affordable high quality complete play for Romeo and Juliet, ideal for GCSE 9-1 and IGCSE Demystify vocabulary with notes on the page and concise commentary Set the scene with perfectly pitched introductions that introduce key contexts, concerns and stylistic features, and examine different performances and interpretations Recall plot summaries at the beginning of each scene Support GCSE revision and essay writing with theme and character indexes Help students with social, historical and literary context with the bespoke timeline of Shakespeare's life and times

Exam Board: Cambridge Assessment International Education Level & Subject: Cambridge International AS & A Level Drama For examination from 2021 (AS Level), 2022 (AS and A Level) The Student's Book is structured to build skills and knowledge in a clear sequence, and to help students to apply their skills. With in-depth coverage of the syllabus topics and a stimulating range of international play script extracts, this is the ideal resource for advanced level drama study. * Offers a clear route through the syllabus, helping teachers to plan for the first years of teaching and find material for each Component of the course. * Fosters a creative, experiential approach with practical activities in every unit and suggestions of how to experiment with imaginative approaches to individual tasks. * Introduces the excitement of World Theatre: a chapter on World Theatre traditions and practitioners enables students to draw on this knowledge in their own practice throughout the course and opens avenues for further exploration. * Helps students to acquire a vocabulary of performing arts terms with Key terms boxes throughout and a collated Glossary of key terms. * Supports successful writing with clear modelling of the planning, structuring and writing process, and sample writing at different levels. * Provides an exciting range of high quality, international play script extracts for students to perform individually and in groups. * Contextualises plays for international students - Key context boxes introduce texts and their social, historical and cultural contexts, while Vocabulary boxes explain any culturally specific vocabulary or references. * Differentiated to support all learners with Thinking more deeply sections in each chapter to stretch those who require a challenge, and a clear, accessible writing style to assist international learners. * Written by experienced A Level drama teachers, whose expertise includes technical and production skills as well as devising, performing and writing. * Supports teachers through the free, editable scheme of work available on www.collins.co.uk/cambridge-international-downloads. This title is endorsed by Cambridge Assessment International Education.

Introduce your learners to creative writing and writing for a purpose. They'll write an urban myth and a report of a school play, helping build their extended writing skills as they progress through the units. Each unit focuses on a different text type such as dialogue, reports or instructions. Model texts in each chapter show learners good examples of each writing type and specific activities help them practise grammar typical of the genre. Learners work individually and collaboratively, developing skills such as creative thinking, planning, drafting, peer evaluation and editing.

Exam board: AQA, Edexcel, OCR, Eduqas, WJEC Level & Subject: GCSE 9-1 English Literature First teaching: September 2015; First examination: June 2017 Exam Board: Cambridge Assessment International Education Level & Subject: International AS & A Level Literature in English First teaching: September 2019; First examination: June 2022 This edition of Much Ado About Nothing is perfect for GCSE-level and A-level students, with the complete play in an accessible format, on-page notes, introduction setting the context, timeline, character and theme indexes. Affordable high quality complete play for Much Ado About Nothing, ideal for GCSE 9-1 and Cambridge A Level Demystify vocabulary with notes on the page and concise commentary Set the scene with perfectly pitched introductions that introduce key contexts, concerns and stylistic features, and examine different performances and interpretations Recall plot summaries at the beginning of each scene Support GCSE and A level revision and essay writing with theme and character indexes Help students with social, historical and literary context with the bespoke timeline of Shakespeare's life and times

The Collins Cambridge Lower Secondary English series offers a skills-building approach to the Cambridge Lower Secondary English curriculum framework (0861) from 2020. The second edition of the Stage 9 Workbook is designed to help students to consolidate their learning through further practice to secure the skills taught in the Student’s Book. This series is endorsed by Cambridge Assessment International Education to support the new curriculum framework 0861 from 2020. Consolidate and extend students’ learning with engaging practice activities and additional language support for Chapters 1 to 6 of the Student’s Book. The numbered units correspond clearly to the Student’s Book and can be set as homework or used in class for further study. All tasks can be completed individually. As in the Student’s Book each chapter builds from scaffolded activities to more independent and substantial tasks. The write-in format aids revision and keeps learning in one place, allowing teachers to monitor students’ progress. Answers to the Workbook questions are provided in the Stage 7 Teacher’s Guide.

Collins Cambridge IGCSE (TM) English as a Second Language Third Edition has been fully updated to support the revised Cambridge IGCSE (TM) and IGCSE (9-1) English as a Second Language syllabuses (0510/0511/0991/0993) for examination from 2024 Exam Board: Cambridge Assessment International Education For examination from 2024 Written and edited by experienced English as a Second Language authors and examiners Provides learner support for the Cambridge IGCSE (TM) and IGCSE (9-1) English as a Second Language syllabuses (0510/0511/0991/0993) for examination from 2024 Coverage of each of the four skills of listening, reading, speaking and writing Supportive write-in resource for use in the classroom, as homework, or for self-study Engaging content to practise and consolidate language skills, grammar and vocabulary The third edition includes a new section on synonyms to consolidate and expand vocabulary and a new section with speaking skills advice This resource is endorsed by Cambridge Assessment International Education to provide learner support for the syllabus for examination from 2024.

The Collins Cambridge Lower Secondary English series offers a skills-building approach to the Lower Secondary English curriculum framework (0861) from 2020. The Stage 9 Student’s Book supports students to develop their skills in reading, writing and speaking and listening, showing all students how to progress. This series is endorsed by Cambridge Assessment International Education to support the new curriculum framework 0861 from 2020. Focused on improving skills – the book provides full coverage of the Stage 9 Cambridge Lower Secondary English curriculum framework, with clear outcomes in each chapter. Organised by purpose – each chapter shows students how to speak, write and comment on texts created for one key purpose or pair of purposes. A clear learning sequence builds from students exploring texts, through scaffolded writing and speaking and listening activities, towards a series of meaningful final tasks. Stage 9 covers describing, entertaining, arguing, narrating, analysing and comparing, and interpreting. The final chapter of the book allows students to test their understanding and apply the skills they have learned across Stage 9, by responding to reading and writing questions on two longer texts. Supports progression – clear models and examples are included throughout to show students how to improve, while self-assessment tasks at the end of each chapter help students to reflect on their progress. Rich, varied and engaging text extracts – fresh international fiction, poetry, drama and non-fiction texts represent the different forms and purposes required at each stage of the curriculum. Extracts of increasing length and challenge have been chosen to build students’ reading stamina across the stage. The clear lesson-by-lesson approach allows teachers to easily use the resources in the classroom and build them into their own schemes of work. Prepares students for a seamless transition to Cambridge IGCSE™ English (First Language).

Exam board: AQA, Edexcel; CXC Level & Subject: GCSE 9-1 English Literature; CSEC (R) English B First teaching: September 2015 First examination: June 2017 This edition of The Tempest is perfect for GCSE-level students, with the complete play in an accessible format, on-page notes, introduction setting the context, timeline, character and theme indexes. Affordable high quality complete play for The Tempest, ideal for GCSE 9-1 and CSEC Demystify vocabulary with notes on the page and concise commentary Set the scene with perfectly pitched introductions that introduce key contexts, concerns and stylistic features, and examine different performances and interpretations Recall plot summaries at the beginning of each scene Support GCSE and CSEC revision and essay writing with theme and character indexes Help students with social, historical and literary context with the bespoke timeline of Shakespeare's life and times

Part of the Fynbos biome, Renosterveld is one of the world’s most threatened vegetation types, with just 5% of its original extent remaining. Focusing specifically on the Renosterveld of the Overberg region in the Western Cape, this field guide is the first of its kind to cover this highly endangered ecosystem, characterised by nutrient-rich soil which has been exploited for agriculture. An in-depth introduction sets the scene, defining what Renosterveld is and giving some historical background to the ecology of the area. The plants section follows, featuring over 980 plant species from the common and ‘showy’ to the weird, obscure and often-overlooked. A shorter section of 140 animal species showcases the diversity of creatures found here despite severe habitat loss and fragmentation. Additional features include a glossary with supporting illustrations, guidelines for landowners and farmers, and a comprehensive index. Field Guide to Renosterveld of the Overberg promises to be an enduring record of this unique and severely threatened ecosystem. It will be a vital addition to any nature lover’s bookshelf. Sales points: Comprehensive coverage of Renosterveld species, identification at a glance, full-colour photographs of all species described, expert author team.

The Collins Cambridge Lower Secondary Global Perspectives series offers a skills-building approach to the Cambridge curriculum framework (1129) from 2022. The resources support students to develop skills in analysis, collaboration, communication, evaluation, reflection and research, exploring global issues through rich international sources. We are working with Cambridge Assessment International Education towards endorsement of this title for the Cambridge Lower Secondary Global Perspectives curriculum framework (1129) from 2022. This book provides full coverage of the Stage 9 Cambridge Lower Secondary Global Perspectives curriculum framework. Focused on improving skills: each chapter focuses on a combination of skill strands, building these skills through active learning towards a collaborative final task. In Stage 9, there is a particular focus on constructing effective arguments in writing in preparation for the Checkpoint assessment. Empower students to engage with a range of contemporary issues and perspectives. In Stage 9 these relate to the syllabus topics, 'Poverty and inequality', 'Media and communication', 'Travel, transport and tourism' and 'Sport and recreation'. Help students to assess their progress and understand how to improve: the final chapters ask students to apply the skills they have learned across Stage 9, by planning and writing a research report and reflecting on what they have learned from the course. Encourage reflection through structured Reflection points in each lesson and a self-assessment Check your progress feature at the end of each chapter. The clear lesson-by-lesson approach allows teachers to easily use the resources in the classroom and build them into their own schemes of work. The Collins resources can be used as preparation for the Challenges, if schools wish, as some of the chapters in the Student's Book links to the skills and topic focus of a Stage 9 Challenge.

Exam Board: AQA Level & Subject: GCSE English Language, GCSE English Literature First teaching: September 2015 Next exams: June 2023 AQA approved Teach AQA's GCSEs in English Literature and English Language as one coherent course with Student Books that help students to build and apply the skills that underpin both qualifications. Offer your students the right level of challenge. The Core Student Book provides an excellent foundation in the skills and knowledge required for both courses. Help all students make good progress. Each chapter follows the hierarchy of skills and knowledge in the mark schemes, so students have a clear sequence of learning. End-of-chapter 'Apply your skills' practice tasks, annotated answers and self-assessment guidance helps students understand how to improve their work. Get to grips with the new specifications with expert suggestions from leading professionals as to how you could plan and teach the course. Our practical, ready-made resources can be used in your first years of teaching the specifications, and edited and adapted to your requirements. Save time updating your English Language resources with our comprehensive selection of passages from nineteenth- to twenty-first century literature and literary non-fiction, perfect for building students' confidence in tackling unseen texts. Engage all learners with a rich and exciting approach to English Literature that takes students step-by-step through the fundamentals of how to analyse, interpret and write critically about literature to provide a starting point for your own in-depth exploration of your chosen set texts.

You've seen the films, you know the stories, but have you got what it really takes to be a spy? Find out more as this book, produced in collaboration with the Imperial War Museum, takes you through the devices, the disguises, the weapons, the codes and the experiences of real-life spies. *Help Key Stage 3 students move from Level 3a to Level 4c in reading. *Support comprehension with photographs that bring these real-life stories to life. *Encourage shared and guided reading using the ready-made tasks and discussion points on the activity pages at the back of the book.

This classic edition of Shakespeare's a Midsummer Night's Dream is perfect for readers of all ages: it comes complete with the play, plus an introduction providing context, on page notes, timeline, and a character and theme index. Affordable high quality complete play for A Midsummer Night's Dream Demystify vocabulary with notes on the page and concise commentary Set the scene with perfectly pitched introductions that introduce key contexts, concerns and stylistic features, and examine different performances and interpretations Recall plot summaries at the beginning of each scene Support revision and essay writing with theme and character indexes Help with social, historical and literary context with the bespoke timeline of Shakespeare's life and times

The Collins Cambridge Lower Secondary Global Perspectives series offers a skills-building approach to the Cambridge curriculum framework (1129) from 2022. The resources support students to develop skills in analysis, collaboration, communication, evaluation, reflection and research, exploring global issues through rich international sources. We are working with Cambridge Assessment International Education towards endorsement of this title for the Cambridge Lower Secondary Global Perspectives curriculum framework (1129) from 2022. This book provides full coverage of the Stage 7 Cambridge Lower Secondary Global Perspectives curriculum framework. Focused on improving skills: each chapter centres on two skill strands, building these skills through a carefully structured sequence of active learning towards a collaborative final task. Empower students to engage with a range of contemporary issues and perspectives. In Stage 7 these relate to the syllabus topics, 'Change in culture and communities', 'Education for all', 'Health and wellbeing', 'Globalisation', 'Values and beliefs', 'Employment' and 'Environment, pollution and conservation'. Help students to assess their progress and understand how to improve: the final chapter asks students to apply the skills they have learned across Stage 7, by carrying out a group project in their local community and reflecting in writing on what they have learned. Encourage reflection through structured Reflection points in each lesson and a self-assessment Check your progress feature at the end of each chapter. The clear lesson-by-lesson approach allows teachers to easily use the resources in the classroom and build them into their own schemes of work. The Collins resources can be used as preparation for the Challenges, if schools wish, as each chapter in the Student's Book links to the skills and topic focus of a Stage 7 Challenge.