Free Level 2
Literacy Resources |
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Free Level 2
Literacy Resources |
| Printable Literacy Resources for Adult Basic Skills Students updated 07/07/08 |
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Worksheets and resources on this page are all linked to Level 2 of the UK Adult Literacy Core Curriculum. To view all areas of the curriculum from Entry 1 through to Level 2 go to our main Free Literacy Resources page. |
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Many worksheets in this section are available as PDF or DOC files. Learn more about downloading, saving or printing our resources. |
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Literacy Level 2 |
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| Speaking and Listening |
SLr/L2
Listen and respond L2.1 L2.2 L2.3 L2.4 |
SLc/L2 Speak to communicate L2.1 L2.2 L2.3 L2.4 |
SLd/L2
Engage in discussion L2.1 L2.2 L2.3 L2.4 L2.5 |
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Text Focus |
Sentence Focus | Word Focus | |
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Rt/L2 Reading comprehension L2.1 L2.2 L2.3 L2.4 L2.5 L2.6 L2.7 L2.8 |
Rs/L2 Grammar and Punctuation L2.1 L2.2 |
Rw/L2
Vocabulary L2.1 L2.2 L2.3 |
| Writing |
Wt/L1 Writing composition L2.1 L2.2 L2.3 L2.4 L2.5 L2.6 L2.7 |
Ws/L2
Grammar and Punctuation L2.1 L2.2 L2.3 L2.4 |
Ww/L2 Spelling and Handwriting L2.1 L2.2 |
| Literacy Level 2 - General Resources for Reading and Writing | |
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 Sentence level literacy is
a huge and very informative PPT that could easily be split into several
smaller presentations. Covers parts of speech (nouns, verbs, pronouns,
etc.), conjunctions, compound & complex sentences, active - passive, tense,
ideas for creative writing and more! Contributed by Julie Hobson, Northern
Learning Trust. Zipped PowerPoint (PPT) file. 26 slides. 16K. |
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Problem Page is a great way to encourage paired reading, writing and discussion skills. Students discuss a typical problem from a tabloid newspaper page and then, in pairs, work on different problems and how they would solve them. For Entry 3, L1/2 ESOL and Literacy. Contributed by Saul Pope, Education and Youth Services, High Wycombe. saulpope@yahoo.co.uk 12 pages. 60K |
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| Literacy exam tips. Written with dyslexic learners in mind but useful for all learners working up to the L1 and 2 adult literacy exams. A special focus on grammar questions. Contributed by Helen Worsley, West Nottingham College Helen.Worsley@westnotts.ac.uk 3 pages. 30K | |
| ZIP | Who wants to be an A student? Level 2 Literacy. Great 'Millionaire' game, complete with music and (US) sound effects: 15 real Level 2 Literacy questions covering spelling, grammar, locating information, vocabulary and punctuation. Please also download the accompanying help file (below) which includes instructions, score cards and other props. Contributed by Jo Williams, jlwilliams@talk21.com 32 screens. Zipped PPT. 1.2MB |
| Literacy Millionaire games (above) teacher's notes, student answer record sheet (to keep track of how much money you have won!), game cards to laminate (50/50, phone a friend, ask the audience), winner's certificate and student rules. To accompany the Level 1 and 2 'Who wants to be an A student' PowerPoints contributed by Jo Williams, jlwilliams@talk21.com 300K. | |
Spreadsheet covering the entire adult literacy curriculum (E1 to Level 2): one sheet for each of the 12 areas such as: speak to communicate, reading - sentence level, writing - word level, etc. Contributed by Di Jenkins, jenkd006@medway.org.uk Bradfields School FE Unit, Gillingham, Kent. Adult literacy curriculum - all elements, all levels from E1-L2. 60K |
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| XLS | Excel progress charts showing all the curriculum indicators for Level 2 Literacy. Provides, on one page, a quick, visual record of progress and achievement and is particularly useful in forming and updating individual learning plans. They can be kept in students' basic skills folders and used to set targets and track progress. For more information on the complete series of these files PLEASE ALSO DOWNLOAD this PDF overview file. Contributed by Dave Walkden, dave.walkden@duchy.ac.uk basic skills tutor at Duchy College, Stoke Climsland, Cornwall. Level 2 Literacy. 1 sheet. 20K |
| Speaking and Listening – Level 2 (Listen and Respond) | |
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SLr/L2.2 Listen to , understand and follow lengthy or multi-step instructions and narratives on a range of topics and in a range of contexts |
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| (a) understand that different types of presentation make different demands on the listener (understanding and following step-by-step in sequence in instructions, reaching a cumulative understanding by the end of a narrative) | |
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| Card game - listening to and following instructions is a great paired game for improving listening , speaking and reading skills. Contributed by Jo Williams, jlwilliams@talk21.com 60K. 4 pages. | |
| Sweets game - listening to and following instructions is a great paired game for improving listening , speaking and reading skills - plus you get to eat the sweets at the end! Contributed by Jo Williams, jlwilliams@talk21.com 100K. 4 pages. | |
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SLr/L2.3 Respond to detailed or extended questions on a range of topics |
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| (a) understand that some questions require the responder to address more than one sub-question or give an extended answer that covers several points | |
| (b) be able to construct coherent answers and keep track of the main thread when dealing with this type of question | |
| Moral Dilemmas is a great game aimed at 16-18 year olds (easily adapted for other age groups) that provides focus points for group discussion along with reading, writing and listening practice. Contributed by Saul Pope, Education and Youth Services, High Wycombe. saulpope@yahoo.co.uk 2 pages. 20K. | |
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SLr/L2.4 Respond to criticism and criticise constructively |
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| (a) understand that successful co-operation involves people being able to deal with and offer criticism in constructive ways, in order to agree the best solution | |
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(b) know and apply strategies for listening and speaking with care when exchanging opinions and judgements |
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Give me some advice is a great way to encourage students to provide non threatening advice, whilst improving their writing and listening-speaking skills. For Entry 3. L1/2 ESOL and Literacy. Contributed by Saul Pope, Education and Youth Services, High Wycombe. saulpope@yahoo.co.uk 2 pages. 30K. |
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| Moral Dilemmas is a great game aimed at 16-18 year olds (easily adapted for other age groups) that provides focus points for group discussion along with reading, writing and listening practice. Contributed by Saul Pope, Education and Youth Services, High Wycombe. saulpope@yahoo.co.uk 2 pages. 20K. | |
| Speaking and Listening – Level 2 (Speak to Communicate) | |
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SLc/L2.1 Speak clearly and confidently in a way which suits the situation |
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| (a) know how to adapt the way of speaking (pace, volume, articulation) to suit listener, context and purpose | |
| (b) be able to sustain a clear, confident and appropriate style in formal and informal exchanges of varying length | |
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Give me some advice is a great way to encourage students to provide non threatening advice, whilst improving their writing and listening-speaking skills. For Entry 3. L1/2 ESOL and Literacy. Contributed by Saul Pope, Education and Youth Services, High Wycombe. saulpope@yahoo.co.uk 2 pages. 30K. |
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| 30 Words of the week and related speaking activity - lots of ideas here for themed Word level starters. Give your lessons a longitudinal structure and improve students' dictionary, speaking, spelling and vocabulary skills in small steps across the academic year. Originally used in a series of 30 lessons in a mixed ability classes (E3-L2)With suggestions for further resources and shared texts, related words, revision, spelling tips, and end of term /plenary speaking activities and more. 10 pages. 400K. | |
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SLc/L2.3 Express clearly statements of fact, explanations, instructions, accounts and descriptions using appropriate structure, style and vocabulary |
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(b) adapt the level of formality in language and style depending on the situation and the listeners |
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(c) know how to structure what is said, using markers that help the listener follow the line of thought |
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| 30 Words of the week and related speaking activity - lots of ideas here for themed Word level starters. Give your lessons a longitudinal structure and improve students' dictionary, speaking, spelling and vocabulary skills in small steps across the academic year. Originally used in a series of 30 lessons in a mixed ability classes (E3-L2)With suggestions for further resources and shared texts, related words, revision, spelling tips, and end of term /plenary speaking activities and more. 10 pages. 400K. | |
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SLc/L2.4 Present information and ideas in a logical sequence and provide further detail and development to clarify or confirm understanding |
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(a) understand that when giving information orally speakers can invite listeners to clarify their understanding as they go along |
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(b) know how to structure main points, expand on information, and be able to respond to listeners' queries while maintaining the logical thread of ideas |
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Give me some advice is a great way to encourage students to provide non threatening advice, whilst improving their writing and listening-speaking skills. For Entry 3. L1/2 ESOL and Literacy. Contributed by Saul Pope, Education and Youth Services, High Wycombe. saulpope@yahoo.co.uk 2 pages. 30K. |
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| 30 Words of the week and related speaking activity - lots of ideas here for themed Word level starters. Give your lessons a longitudinal structure and improve students' dictionary, speaking, spelling and vocabulary skills in small steps across the academic year. Originally used in a series of 30 lessons in a mixed ability classes (E3-L2)With suggestions for further resources and shared texts, related words, revision, spelling tips, and end of term /plenary speaking activities and more. 10 pages. 400K. | |
| Speaking and Listening – Level 2 (Engage in discussion) | |
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Problem Page is a great way to encourage paired reading, writing and discussion skills. Students discuss a typical problem from a tabloid newspaper page and then, in pairs, work on different problems and how they would solve them. For Entry 3, L1/2 ESOL and Literacy. Contributed by Saul Pope, Education and Youth Services, High Wycombe. saulpope@yahoo.co.uk 12 pages. 60K |
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SLd/L2.1 Make relevant contributions and help move discussions forward |
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| (a) understand that, to be productive, discussion needs to progress towards agreed decisions, proposals and solutions | |
| (b) know how to prevent discussion getting bogged down, by making constructive contributions and interventions | |
| Moral Dilemmas is a great game aimed at 16-18 year olds (easily adapted for other age groups) that provides focus points for group discussion along with reading, writing and listening practice. Contributed by Saul Pope, Education and Youth Services, High Wycombe. saulpope@yahoo.co.uk 2 pages. 20K. | |
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SLd/L2.4 Support opinions and arguments with evidence |
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| (a) understand that productive discussion involves making valid and convincing points, not browbeating people to accept own view | |
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(b) know how to research information for a discussion |
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(c) use factual information and knowledge to support views and arguments |
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| Moral Dilemmas is a great game aimed at 16-18 year olds (easily adapted for other age groups) that provides focus points for group discussion along with reading, writing and listening practice. Contributed by Saul Pope, Education and Youth Services, High Wycombe. saulpope@yahoo.co.uk 2 pages. 20K. | |
| Reading – Level 2 – Text Focus (Reading Comprehension) | |
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General reading comprehension / text level resources |
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Love Heart Literacy assignment covers alphabetical ordering, adjectives, reading comprehension, sentences and web research for E2-L2. 7 pages. 65K |
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Problem Page is a great way to encourage paired reading, writing and discussion skills. Students discuss a typical problem from a tabloid newspaper page and then, in pairs, work on different problems and how they would solve them. For Entry 3, L1/2 ESOL and Literacy. Contributed by Saul Pope, Education and Youth Services, High Wycombe. saulpope@yahoo.co.uk 12 pages. 60K |
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| Looking at newspapers ( group work), quiz, writing frame. E3-L2. 4 pages. 46K. Contributed by Donni Bridson from Paston College. | |
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Suffixes and SQ3R (Survey, Question, Read, Recite, Review). Two more wonderful mind maps from Nikki Brown, additional support tutor from Cornwall College, St Austell nikki.brown@st-austell.ac.uk One summarises spelling rules for adding suffixes and is accompanied by 3 pages of revision worksheets. The second one sums up the SQ3R reading strategy. 7 pages. 100K. |
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Rt/L2.1 Trace and understand the main events of continuous descriptive, explanatory and persuasive texts |
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| (a) understand that continuous texts may be structured round a main event(s), idea(s), theme(s) | |
| (b) understand that it is sometimes necessary to infer meaning which is not explicitly stated stated, in order to arrive at a correct overall meaning | |
| (c) understand that judgements can be made about texts from an overall understanding of their content, by reflecting on what has been read | |
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German Shepherd Dog is a Level 1/2 text with comprehension questions and is
ideal for any student with an interest in animals.
Contributed by Gill Gallagher, Barnsley College
g.gallagher@barnsley.ac.uk
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| Henry VIII is a Level 2 text with comprehension questions and is ideal for any student with an interest in History. Contributed by Gill Gallagher, Barnsley College g.gallagher@barnsley.ac.uk 2 pages. 90K See also our contextualised resources section. | |
Dream - Writing an Acrostic Poem is a fabulous interactive PPT originally written for National Poetry Day 2007 (but ideal at any time!). Each page (many with type-in boxes) provides a separate task - ideal for groups or pairs. Provides a complete lesson through from initial discussion to presentation, feedback and reflection. From Moira Garland and Jennifer Baines j.baines@parklanecoll.ac.uk m.garland@parklanecoll.ac.uk Park Lane College, Leeds. Zipped PPT. 14 screens. 160K. Rt/E3.1 Rt/L1.1 Rt/L2.1 |
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Problem Page is a great way to encourage paired reading, writing and discussion skills. Students discuss a typical problem from a tabloid newspaper page and then, in pairs, work on different problems and how they would solve them. For Entry 3, L1/2 ESOL and Literacy. Contributed by Saul Pope, Education and Youth Services, High Wycombe. saulpope@yahoo.co.uk 12 pages. 60K |
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| Easter skimming & scanning - 12 questions on a "History of Easter" text - also covers general comprehension, purpose of text, etc. Contributed by Stella Jales, Wiltshire College jalesa@wiltscoll.ac.uk Thank you Stella. 1 page. 40K. Note: you will also need the text from Easter Eggs comprehension by Moira Garland. | |
| George Michael - a controversial interview is an ideal non-threatening way to introduce the topic of drugs, alongside reading and discussion practice. Contributed by Saul Pope, Education and Youth Services, High Wycombe. saulpope@yahoo.co.uk 6 pages. 60K. | |
| The Renaissance is a handy web research and reading worksheet for art students (Literacy or Key Skills). Contributed by Lisa Roberts lisa.roberts@cornwall.ac.uk Cornwall College 20K. 1 page. | |
| Easter Eggs - Level 2 reading practice is an interesting text about the history of the Easter egg with accompanying multiple choice exam style questions. Great for revision and as a focus for further discussion and activities. Contributed by Moira Garland m.garland@parklanecoll.ac.uk Park Lane College, Leeds. 4 pages. 40K. | |
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Rt/L2.2 Identify the purpose of a text and infer meaning which is not explicit |
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| (a) understand that different kinds of text have different purposes, that texts can have more than one purpose, and that the real purpose of some texts can be different from the explicitly stated purpose | |
| (b) understand that format, structure, vocabulary and style provide clues to the purpose of a text | |
| (c) understand that the relevance of a text depends on the reader's purpose as well as the purpose of the text | |
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types is an excellent and refreshingly different circular writing
activity that encourages students to explore a range of styles and write for
different purposes. The sample texts (you will never think of making a cup
of tea in the same way again!) is a super resource in its own right. Contributed by
Heidi Griffin, Bournemouth Adult Learning. 40K. 3 pages |
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| Talking Turkeys is a transcript and video link to a performance of Benjamin Zephaniah's great poem. Great for discussion of language, dialect and oral performance and for Level 2 reading - inferring meaning, etc. Suggested by Janet Wilkins, Royal Forest of Dean College College janet_w@rfdc.ac.uk 1 page. 13K | |
| Types of text - What am I? Useful card game for consolidation and revision. Students must describe the features, layout and style of different texts. Contributed by Angela Kennedy-Lockwood, Matthew Boulton College, akennedy-lockwood@matthew-boulton.ac.uk 2 pages. 16K. | |
| Types of text - student handout that explains the layout and language features of instructive and persuasive texts. Use with the related drag and drop worksheet (below). Contributed by Laura Jeffrey, Matthew Boulton College, ljeffrey@mbc.ac.uk 3 pages (last page is the teacher's answer sheet for the drag and drop exercise). 30K. | |
| Types of text drag and drop interactive worksheet. Drag the features of instructive and persuasive texts to the correct area. Use with the related handout (above) which also includes an answer sheet. Contributed by Laura Jeffrey, Matthew Boulton College, ljeffrey@mbc.ac.uk 2 pages. 40K | |
| Purpose and audience task sheets provide a good ice breaker for mixed ability and family literacy groups and make for easy differentiation as learners choose their own texts to work with. Contributed by Emma Shaw. Medway Adult Education. emma.shaw@blueyonder.co.uk 2 pages. 30K. | |
| Fact and opinion is a multi-sensory set of resources and a great follow up to our ever-popular Chomwell Green resources. Discuss and decide which statements are facts and which are opinions, then complete the worksheet sheet in pairs. Ideal for mixed ability groups. From Emma Shaw. Medway Adult Education. emma.shaw@blueyonder.co.uk 4 pages. 80K. | |
| Updated Descriptive Non Fiction Texts: tutor notes, curriculum links, student hand-out (L1/2) about objective v subjective (persuasive) descriptions, reading activity on fact and opinion (in Estate Agent ads) with fill-in sheet, lots of writing ideas. This resource makes a good companion to our House Ads OHT and shared text, and our group or individual writing projects and our Writing Frames 1. Originally used for a class writing project (using adjectives) in Jan 2002. E2-L2. 5 pages. 87K. | |
| Updated Chomwell Green OHT - in Word format for shared group writing. Originally used for a class writing project (using adjectives) in Jan 2002. We have updated the font and the cost of the house! | |
| Updated Shared text Estate Agents Ads and Holiday cottages: a shared text for group work. Two houses for sale and a garage (all based on real descriptions from local Estate Agents). Plus a detailed description of a holiday cottage. Use for: studying fact - opinion, adjectives, descriptive - persuasive language, preparation for group or individual writing projects. Originally used as preparation for a class writing project (using adjectives) in Jan 2002. This text is best printed or enlarge to A3 - give each student a copy and encourage annotation, underlining, highlighting etc. 1 page. 84K. | |
| Looking at letters - Take a detailed look at the purpose, intended audience and language of letters. Fill-in worksheet, teachers' notes, follow up ideas. Use as preparation for individual letter writing. 4 pages. 75K. | |
| Purpose of Text: text sorting activity for E2-L1 students but adaptable for E1 and L2. Inc. 6 purposes: inform, explain, entertain, describe, persuade, instruct. Links, sample lesson plan, 2 OTs, tutor prompt / student reference cards, differentiated worksheets for E2, E3, L1. Extension ideas and activities. 14 pages. 150K. 27/05/02 | |
| Descriptive Non Fiction Texts: tutor notes, curriculum links, hand-out (L1/2) about objective v subjective (persuasive) descriptions, reading activity on fact and opinion with fill-in sheet, lots of writing ideas. A companion to our House Ads shared text, Adjective games and our descriptive writing lesson plans. E2-L2. 5 pages. | |
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Rt/L2.3 Identify the main points and specific detail |
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| (a) understand the difference between main points and specific detail as they occur in different types of text, e.g. a letter, a safety report, a rail timetable. | |
| (b) understand the importance of knowing when it is sufficient to grasp the main points and when the details are also important | |
| (c) understand the that knowledge of the organisation and layout of different texts can help distinguish main points from detail (e.g. headings, topic sentences) | |
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Love Heart Literacy assignment covers alphabetical ordering, adjectives, reading comprehension, sentences and web research for E2-L2. 7 pages. 65K |
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Rt/L2.4 Read an argument and identify the points of view |
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| (a) read about and distinguish the pros and cons of an issue and come to their own conclusion | |
| (b) understand that texts presenting an argument are adopting a particular point of view | |
| (c) understand the difference between objective fact and opinion/point of view | |
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in Poverty is a thought provoking article from the Nursing Times. It
is used in this literacy assessment for possible Access to Healthcare
students. The accompanying questions are designed to check whether
students are working at level 2 standards and can follow an argument,
summarise information, recognise bias, distinguish between fact and
opinion, and write using supporting evidence. Contributed by Billy Count,
Abingdon and Witney College. 3 pages. 20K
Also iled under Nursing and Care on the
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Rt/L2.5 Read critically to evaluate information and compare information, ideas and opinions from different sources |
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| (a) understand that selection and presentation of information is rarely completely objective | |
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| (c) understand the concept of bias and that it can be the result of what is left out of a text as well as what is there | |
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Living
in Poverty is a thought provoking article from the Nursing Times. It
is used in this literacy assessment for possible Access to Healthcare
students. The accompanying questions are designed to check whether
students are working at level 2 standards and can follow an argument,
summarise information, recognise bias, distinguish between fact and
opinion, and write using supporting evidence. Contributed by Billy Count,
Abingdon and Witney College. 3 pages. 20K
Also iled under Nursing and Care on the
contextualised resources page. |
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Rt/L2.6 Use organisational features and systems to locate texts and information |
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| (a) understand that information can be organised and referenced in different ways and in different layers of detail | |
| (b) understand that different systems are used to organise whole texts, e.g. library systems, filing system in an office, on a computer | |
| Evaluating supermarket web sites. Your task is to set up a new web site for 'Blackwell Supermarkets' but you need to check out the competition first! Encourage your learners to use and evaluate organisational features of web pages. 4 questionnaires (with tailored questions) for Tesco, Aldi, Morrisons and Asda. Contributed by Jennifer Williamson, Juniper Training, Wolverhampton jennifer.williamson@junipertraining.co.uk 4 pages. 33K | |
| The Renaissance is a handy web research and reading worksheet for art students (Literacy or Key Skills). Contributed by Lisa Roberts lisa.roberts@cornwall.ac.uk Cornwall College 40K. 1 page. | |
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Rt/L2.7 Use different reading strategies to find and obtain information (e.g. skimming, scanning, detailed reading) |
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| (a) understand the importance of choosing the best reading strategy for the purpose in terms of time and efficiency | |
| (b) know how to skim for gist, scan to locate information, read in detail to select and judge relevance of specific information | |
| (c) understand the importance of selecting and noting key points for future reference | |
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Dangers of working with cement: skimming, scanning and comprehension exercise. A great way of improving reading skills whilst learning important health and safety information. Contributed by Gill Gallagher, Barnsley College g.gallagher@barnsley.ac.uk 65K. 3 pages. See also contextualised resources. |
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| Easter skimming & scanning - 12 questions on a "History of Easter" text - also covers general comprehension, purpose of text, etc. Contributed by Stella Jales, Wiltshire College jalesa@wiltscoll.ac.uk Thank you Stella. 1 page. 40K. Note: you will also need the text from Easter Eggs comprehension by Moira Garland. | |
| The Renaissance is a handy web research and reading worksheet for art students (Literacy or Key Skills). Contributed by Lisa Roberts lisa.roberts@cornwall.ac.uk Cornwall College 40K. 1 page. | |
| Holiday brochure reading strategies provides interesting and topical practice with skimming and scanning. Step by step activities to follow, fill in chart and extension work. All you need is a selection of holiday brochures. Contributed by Leanne Lloyd, East Durham and Houghall Community College. leannelloyd@ntlworld.com 2 pages. 30K. | |
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Rt/L2.8 summarise information from longer documents |
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| (a) Summarise the key points (e.g. from a newspaper article/official report on a subject relevant to their own life) in order to discuss the issue at a meeting (e.g. re proposal to close a local school/post office/sell open land for building). | |
| (b) understand that selection involves distinguishing the main points and supporting detail in the document | |
| (c) understand that what to select and how best to present it in summary form will also depend on knowing the purpose and audience for the summary | |
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Living
in Poverty is a thought provoking article from the Nursing Times. It
is used in this literacy assessment for possible Access to Healthcare
students. The accompanying questions are designed to check whether
students are working at level 2 standards and can follow an argument,
summarise information, recognise bias, distinguish between fact and
opinion, and write using supporting evidence. Contributed by Billy Count,
Abingdon and Witney College. 3 pages. 20K
Also iled under Nursing and Care on the
contextualised resources page. |
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| Reading – Level 2 – Sentence Focus (Grammar and Punctuation) | |
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Level 2 grammar check is a 16 piece triangular jigsaw puzzle where pairs or small groups of learners must match grammatical terms to the correct examples. Use for revision or as an ice breaker or starter near the beginning of term (and as a disguised initial assessment!). Guaranteed to create promote discussion as learners solve puzzle. Terms covered include: apostrophes, pronouns, phrases, proper nouns, conjunctions, statements, etc. 2 pages of puzzle to be laminated and cut out, plus answer sheet. 30K. Created with Tarsia Formulator (see below and our Useful Links page for further details) which is available for free download and creates its own custom Tarsia (fjsw) files. (also suitable for E3 and L1 as parts of the puzzle can be put together using deduction and elimination |
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Rs/L2.1 Use implicit and explicit grammatical knowledge alongside own knowledge and experience of context, to help follow meaning and judge the purpose of different types of text |
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| (a) understand that some grammatical forms and types of word signal the level of formality of a text. e.g. passive verbs, third person, abstract nouns. | |
| (b) understand that specific grammatical devices are used to persuade e.g. deliberate ambiguity, rhetorical questions, repetition | |
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Parts of Speech is an absolutely amazing 28 screen PowerPoint (created as part of a PGCE assignment) from Jennifer Baines j.baines@parklanecoll.ac.uk Park Lane College, Leeds. Interactive activities, links and written exercises (that can also be printed as worksheets) plus lots of points for group discussion. Also great for teacher reference. Zipped PowerPoint file. 28 screens. 350K |
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Rs/L2.2 Use punctuation to help their understanding |
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| (a) understand that certain punctuation is used for particular purposes in some text types, e.g. colon, dash, hyphen, semicolon, brackets in lists, leaflets, brochures | |
| (b) understand the range and function of the various punctuation used in written English, and the way 'rules' and attitudes change over time | |
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Colons and semi colons provides clear examples and practice for Level 2 students. Contributed by Janet Wilkins, Royal Forest of Dean College janet_w@rfdc.ac.uk 2 pages. 50K |
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pre-Roman Britain and Boudicca’s revolt 5 page workpack covers punctuation and vocabulary. Written for history students that are also covering basic literacy but useful for any students with an interest in ancient Britain. Contributed by Gill Gallagher, Barnsley College g.gallagher@barnsley.ac.uk 280K. |
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The best hairdo for your face is an unpunctuated text. Students must add capital letters, commas, full stops and apostrophes so that it makes sense. Contributed by Debbie Hulse, Cannock Chase Technical College. 3 pages (with answer sheet). 70K. Also listed in contextualised resources section. |
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| Possessive apostrophes: Sentences and phrases for discussion, tips, 2 worksheets and answer sheet. 5 pages. 70K. | |
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Rw/L2.1 Read and understand technical vocabulary. Understand that... |
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(a) specialist fields of knowledge, skill and interest have an associated technical vocabulary |
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(b) the purpose of technical vocabulary is to express precision of meaning |
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(c) technical vocabulary is often coined by by adapting/extending meanings of existing words and word patterns, or building new words using known roots / suffixes / prefixes and that this can provide clues to meanings of unknown words. e.g. computer memory, astronaut, micro-surgery |
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(d) when it is possible to make an informed guess at the meaning of technical vocabulary from knowledge and context and when it is necessary to look up the meaning in a dictionary / glossary |
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Created with Tarsia Formulator (see our Useful Links page for further details) which is available for free download. |
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Teaching ideas for using our popular word maps. Lots of ideas for using our Word Root and Letter String Maps in creative and multi-sensory way! 2 pages. 90K. Note: these word maps are available: Port Spect -eigh- Clean -augh- |
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Electrical words crossword consists of 21 word and clues - great vocabulary and spelling practice for learners on electronics / electrical courses or anyone with an interest in this topic. Makes a good revision or warm up activity. (Crosswords can be saved as interactive web pages which can be used on a smartboard as a whole class activity). Contributed by Janet Wilkins, Royal Forest of Dean College College janet_w@rfdc.ac.uk 3K ecw file. Free Eclipse crossword software is needed to view, edit and print this file. Also filed under contextual resources: electrical / electronics. |
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Word root 'port' (to carry) word map for spelling and vocabulary work and teacher reference / inspiration!. 30K |
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| Vocabulary cards for hairdressers are very useful for all types of spelling, vocabulary or alphabetical ordering work. Contributed by Debbie Hulse, Cannock Chase Technical College, Thank you Debbie. 1 page. 15K. Also listed in our new contextualised resources section. | |
Exploring prefixes is an interactive PPT that is ideal for spelling and vocabulary revision (for L1 and 2 tests). Use for whole group work or individual brush-up sessions. With type-in boxes for students to enter correct spellings / words, plus other suggested writing /dictionary tasks. Covers 9 common prefixes. From Jennifer Baines j.baines@parklanecoll.ac.uk Park Lane College, Leeds. Zipped PowerPoint file. 11 screens. 220K |
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Word root 'spect' - word map for spelling and vocabulary work and teacher reference / inspiration!. 25K |
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Letter string 'eigh' - word map for spelling and vocabulary work and teacher reference / inspiration!. 20K |
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| 30 Words of the week and related speaking activity - lots of ideas here for themed Word level starters. Give your lessons a longitudinal structure and improve students' dictionary, speaking, spelling and vocabulary skills in small steps across the academic year. Originally used in a series of 30 lessons in a mixed ability classes (E3-L2)With suggestions for further resources and shared texts, related words, revision, spelling tips, and end of term /plenary speaking activities and more. 10 pages. 400K. | |
| 7 Words of the week (replaces our previous 'Wonderful' 1 screen PPT) your students will never look at these words - swim, wonderful, capital, answer, question, postcard and stamp - in the same way again! Used as starter or plenary activity in an Entry 3- Level 2 literacy class. Each screen has a type-in box and animations and is ideal for use with a data projector and a cordless keyboard. Each screen focuses on different aspects of the 'word of the week' - it could be word classes, suffixes, origins, spelling tips, etc. PLEASE read notes within the PowerPoint for teaching ideas and download the PDF below which contains details of 30 further words. 8 screens. Zipped PPT 450K. | |
| Prefix game with instructions, game cards, prompts. Spelling rules for prefixes - includes a useful overhead transparency. Take a look at the group lesson plan before downloading the PDF. Plus prefix worksheets for E2/E3 and a fun non-scary spelling test (E2-L2) with answer sheets. Ideas and extension work. 11 pages. 86K | |
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Rw/L2.2 Use reference material to find the meaning of unfamiliar words. Understand that... |
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(a) there are different sources of information for word meanings, how they are structured, and the conventions they use. e.g. paper and electronic dictionaries, glossaries and keys |
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(b) there are different types of dictionary, e.g. contemporary usage, slang, quotations, etymological, antonyms / synonyms |
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| Henry VIII is a Level 2 text with comprehension questions and is ideal for any student with an interest in History. Contributed by Gill Gallagher, Barnsley College g.gallagher@barnsley.ac.uk 2 pages. 90K. See also our contextualised resources section. | |
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pre-Roman Britain and Boudicca’s revolt 5 page workpack covers punctuation and vocabulary. Written for history students that are also covering basic literacy but useful for any students with an interest in ancient Britain. Contributed by Gill Gallagher, Barnsley College g.gallagher@barnsley.ac.uk 280K. See also our contextualised resources section. |
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| 30 Words of the week and related speaking activity - lots of ideas here for themed Word level starters. Give your lessons a longitudinal structure and improve students' dictionary, speaking, spelling and vocabulary skills in small steps across the academic year. Originally used in a series of 30 lessons in a mixed ability classes (E3-L2)With suggestions for further resources and shared texts, related words, revision, spelling tips, and end of term /plenary speaking activities and more. 10 pages. 400K. | |
| 7 Words of the week (replaces our previous 'Wonderful' 1 screen PPT) your students will never look at these words - swim, wonderful, capital, answer, question, postcard and stamp - in the same way again! Used as starter or plenary activity in an Entry 3- Level 2 literacy class. Each screen has a type-in box and animations and is ideal for use with a data projector and a cordless keyboard. Each screen focuses on different aspects of the 'word of the week' - it could be word classes, suffixes, origins, spelling tips, etc. PLEASE read notes within the PowerPoint for teaching ideas and download the PDF below which contains details of 30 further words. 8 screens. Zipped PPT 450K. | |
| Level 2 vocabulary and spelling activity is a short piece of Level 2 text with accompanying multiple choice exam style questions focusing on root words, prefixes, suffixes and synonyms. Great for revision. Contributed by Jennifer Baines j.baines@parklanecoll.ac.uk Park Lane College, Leeds. 3 pages. 30K. | |
| Synonyms and homonyms is wonderful, self-contained 6 page work book for L1-2. Look up synonyms in a thesaurus and complete the diagrams, then use your information to rewrite paragraphs, etc. Contributed by Jennifer Baines j.baines@parklanecoll.ac.uk Park Lane College, Leeds. 30K. | |
Dictionary Challenge. Wonderful team game for E3-L2 that provides good practice for students in spelling, group discussion and using dictionaries. Contributed by Angela Kennedy-Lockwood, Birmingham itamalone82@hotmail.co.uk 9 pages. 45K. |
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| Adjective Games and Spellings: huge selection of word and sentence level games, starters and worksheets. Use independently or with text level work on descriptive writing such as our House Ads lesson plan. Spelling worksheets (suffixes), useful OHT for group discussion. Adjective wheel game. Noun paired game. 'Mood or description?' worksheet. Dictionary, thesaurus, sentence work. E2-L2. 170K. 17 pages. | |
| Prefix game with instructions, game cards, prompts. Spelling rules for prefixes - includes a useful overhead transparency. Take a look at the group lesson plan before downloading the PDF. Plus prefix worksheets for E2/E3 and a fun non-scary spelling test (E2-L2) with answer sheets. Ideas and extension work. 11 pages. 86K | |
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Rw/L2.3 Recognise and understand vocabulary associated with texts of different levels of accessibility, formality, complexity and of different purpose. understand... |
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