Why might a writer choose to order things the way they do? Let's find out.
Whatever stage you're at with your English studies, it's always interesting t... Read More...
Walls aren't simply walls. They're symbols of power, traps within which we confine ourselves - and that's not all. Our favourite artists are here to help us in... Read More...
Before starting any essay, the first thing we need is a good idea!
ACTIVITY 1
Many of our A-Level questions are structured something like this: 'Explore the significance of __________ ?' OR 'How does the writer presents ideas about _______... Read More...
Yes, we do know it's the school holidays, but as far as fun activities go, it's hard to think of anything more enjoyable than listening to Creeper, Against The... Read More...
I love my weekly Sound of Pen classes SO much. But even the hour we spend together each Wednesday isn't enough to make our way through all the ideas we have. S... Read More...
Lots of the Sound of Pen classes are aimed at simply heightening your enjoyment of English - but each one does also tie neatly to a particular unit or theme. Scan the topics below if you're looking to focus on a particular skill or learn about a spe... Read More...
Here are Sound of Pen's favourite albums of 2024!
Fred again.., 'ten days'
Charli xcx, 'brat'
Dua Lipa, 'Radical Optimism'
Mk.gee, 'Two Star &... Read More...
So many of our favourite songs are as multi-layered as any of the texts we study in school. For proof, look no further than the startling 'Life In Slow Motion'... Read More...
Read this story inspired by Linkin Park and practise your Language Paper 1 skills.
https://youtu.be/uOJRx5GEDu0
Music has the power to make us feel less alone, and hearing a song that explores emotions or perspectives that relate to our ... Read More...