L5 — The Fishbowl

Writing a Newspaper Article

An overview of how to structure and write a newspaper article - part of the Transactional Writing task for the Edexcel English Language IGCSE.

transactional writingAndy FisherMarch 23, 2020newspaper, article, newspaper article

Maintaining Mental Health & Wellbeing During the Coronavirus Outbreak

Some practical guidance and strategies you might find helpful to maintain good mental health and wellbeing over the next few months as we respond to the Coronavirus outbreak.

Andy FisherMarch 18, 2020

Argument 101

An introduction Powerpoint, outlining the structure and content of argument - this should form the building blocks for the speech you are preparing as part of our study of ‘Julius Caesar’.

Julius CaesarAndy FisherJanuary 15, 2020argument

Rhetoric 101

A Powerpoint slideshow to help you familiarise yourself with some of the key rhetorical devices used in writing and presenting effective speeches.

Julius CaesarAndy FisherJanuary 15, 2020rhetoric

3 Ways to write a poem about 'truth'

Three simple ways you can produce an original poem, inspired by the 2019 National Poetry Day theme - Truth.

poetryAndy FisherOctober 2, 2019poetry, creative writing, truth