Teach me Lit Podcast

How to write an essay (To Kill a Mockingbird for GCSE English Literature)

How can you write an essay that addresses all the different aspects of context: the time the novel is set (1930s southern states USA), when it was written, and how it is received at different times? A revision podcast for GCSE English Literature.

What is Aunt Alexandra's role in To Kill a Mockingbird?

A GCSE English Literature revision podcast exploring Aunt Alexandra's character in the novel and what she represents in terms of typical 1930s southern women.

Is there any hope in To Kill a Mockingbird? GCSE English Literature revision

Many situations in To Kill a Mockingbird seem hopeless: the verdict of Tom Robinson's trial, the situation of Boo Radley, and the ingrained racism of Maycomb which seems never-ending. However, we can see signs of hope in Atticus' defence of Tom, the softening of Alexandra's attitude and in Scout and Jem as the next generation, showing compassion and empathy towards others. GCSE English Literature revision podcast.

To Kill a Mockingbird analysis Chapter 1- GCSE English Lit

Analysis and revision of To Kill a Mockingbird chapter 1, looking at major themes and ideas introduced and the context of Maycomb being an 'old town' with values that are hard to shift. For GCSE English Literature.

How to handle unseen poetry for GCSE English Literature

Why a poem is like a puzzle and a circle Why it’s important to look for layers of meaning Revision help for tackling unseen poetry

George and Lennie in Of Mice and Men

GCSE English literature revision podcast, exploring the friendship of George and Lennie.

Dreams in Of Mice and Men

GCSE English literature revision podcast. What is the significance of dreams in Of Mice and Men?

Doctor Faustus as a morality play

What elements of a morality play can be seen in Doctor Faustus? What message does the play carry? A Level English Literature study podcast

5 paradoxes about Mephostophilis

In Marlowe’s Doctor Faustus, is Mephostophilis physical or spiritual? Is he free, or a slave? Honest, or a liar? Reactive, or proactive? And is he a friend or an enemy to Faustus? A Level English Literature study podcast.

The theme of civilisation in Lord of the Flies

An exploration of the theme of civilisation in William Golding's 'Lord of the Flies', with particular focus on the historical context, post WWII. For GCSE English Literature revision.