“But Miss, When Will I Ever Need Shakespeare?” — A Teacher’s Perspective
Ah, the perennial question. As a teacher who’s worked with both primary and secondary students, I’ve heard it more times than I can count: “But Miss, when will I ever need Shakespeare?” It’s usually followed by a dramatic sigh, a heavy roll of the eyes,...
Mastering the GCSE English Literature Poetry Anthology: A Teacher’s Guide to Surviving the Memory Test
As a teacher with experience across both primary and secondary schools, I’ve seen it all. There’s the magic moment when a student’s attention shifts from whatever they’re doing on their phone, or the casual chat with a friend, to you. They’re focused. You’ve got...
Mastering the GCSE English Literature Poetry Anthology: A Teacher’s Guide to Surviving the Memory Test
Ah, the GCSE poetry anthology. That delightful collection of verse designed to test your memory, your patience, and sometimes even your will to live. Whether you’re a student trying to make sense of enjambment or a teacher desperately trying to convince a classroom...
