Write To Explain For GCSE English (14-16 years) - Teacher Notes

The "Write To Explain For GCSE English" resource is a comprehensive guide for students aged 14-16 preparing for their GCSE English Language exam. It focuses on enhancing writing skills, a crucial component of the exam. The series consists of 12 work packs, each designed to be worked through at the student's own pace. By following the guidance provided, students are promised an improvement in their grades, with an assurance of achieving at least a grade C or above.

The resource offers a plethora of examples to inspire and hone the student's writing abilities. These examples serve as benchmarks for the quality of writing required to excel in the GCSE English exam. Students learn how to approach questions strategically to secure higher marks. The work packs cover a range of writing purposes and audiences, including various formats such as articles, blogs, and leaflets. They also introduce students to argument structures like PEE (Point, Evidence, Explanation) or PEA (Point, Evidence, Analysis) and explore language techniques. Authored by a teacher well-versed in the new GCSE criteria, this revision guide simplifies the revision process, making it suitable for last-minute study. It teaches students to write with clarity and purpose, adapting tone and register for different audiences, and to use rhetorical and stylistic devices effectively. The ultimate goal of this series is to ensure every student can achieve a solid grade in their GCSE English exam by mastering structured writing, analytical skills, and the fundamentals of spelling, punctuation, and grammar.