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This is super interesting. The last one I can read fluently is 1600. I can then still read it and figure out (almost) every word, with some puzzling, but then lose it almost completely at 1200. deadlanguagesociety.com/p/how-far-back…

How couples met (1930-2024)

In this video I am looking at the top level descriptor 'deliberate crafting of linguistic devices' in AQA Paper 2 question 5:

Did You Know This About Paper 1 Question 5? youtu.be/A7I1_pZ7g5Q?si… via @YouTube

2026 AQA English Language Paper 1 Rap youtu.be/7J660l_NmwU?si… via @YouTube

'Sustained Crafting of Linguistic Devices' in P2Q5: Extended Metaphor youtu.be/MvirrJr9aTU?si… via @YouTube

You (Probably) Don't Know This About Paper 1 Question 3 youtu.be/GUMJ7pvgahU?si… via @YouTube

💃 This is a totally amazing flashmob of @QueenWillRock's rock opera anthem Bohemian Rhapsody, in the streets of Paris. A song that transcends generations. Created by Julien Cohen Pianist, who looks a bit like @danielricciardo. 🕺❤️⚡️🐓 #Flashmob #Queen #BohemianRhapsody

#ALevelEnglishLit context analysis, part 1 @MrBruffEnglish youtu.be/f-6KaGfGlmI?si…

2026 LANGUAGE EXAM: I shared this series of lessons last year, but I’ve gone back and revised them to reflect the changes to the AQA English Language exam for 2026. Covers both papers. Use/chuck/change as you see fit! @Team_English1 dropbox.com/scl/fo/o6vw4t9…

UPDATED RESOURCES: Slowly updating, tweaking and/or completely replanning bits and pieces to reflect new thinking and approaches. This contains updated P&C lessons, literature revision and the new 2026 language lessons shared previously. Help yourselves! @Team_English1 dropbox.com/scl/fo/mq001cl…

NEW BLOG: Look at me blogging for the first time since 2022! Be kind! 😂 I’m currently clearing out my Dropbox of resources that stretches back to 2016 and have discovered just how much my teaching has changed 🤦🏻‍♂️ Shoutouts to @MaryMyatt and @MrElliotHahn amongst others! englishteachersnotebook.blogspot.com/2025/08/resour…

Thinking of studying #ALevelEnglishLit? This guide explains the assessment objectives. All specs! Download your FREE SAMPLE: amzn.eu/d/6ZybUoI @MrBruffEnglish

An Important Message about Tomorrow's 2025 GCSE Exam Results youtu.be/Kcfx7RLyyww?si… via @YouTube

I would normally completely ignore stupid comments like this, but seeing as though he wants to know why I’m a primary school teacher, I thought I’d answer.

A new chapter in A-level English Literature Five new optional texts are coming to specs A & B from Sept 2025 – more voices, more perspectives, greater relevance. This is just the beginning – more support is coming this autumn. 🔗 aqa.org.uk/a-level-litera… #AQATeamEnglish

Straight in at #1! 🚀 My AQA English Language guide is now fully updated for the 2026 exams and beyond. Schools looking to bulk order the paperback—drop me an email at info@mrbruff.com for discounted pricing. eBook at mrbruff.com, paperback & Kindle on Amazon

English teachers! Don’t miss our free online CPD session on Macbeth, 25 June. Join Professor Emma Smith and author Michael Donkor for fresh insights, tips, and resources on themes of agency and blame. Book your place: bit.ly/BLCPDMacbeth20…