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Touchstones Now

An anthology of poetry for Key Stage 3


Michael and Peter Benton

"... if anyone is looking for an anthology that can be used productively across KS3 in a range of contexts, then this would be worth serious consideration... there is a great deal of useful material here with ideas that could easily be integrated into a variety of lesson plans."
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The popular and trusted Key Stage 3 anthology – completely updated to meet the demands of today’s classroom and the National Curriculum.

Many thousands of pupils have developed a love of poetry through the classic Touchstones series.  Touchstones Now is a brand new edition that contains a rich selection of poetry, ranging from Chaucer to modern-day poets, including many unusual and thought-provoking pieces together with much-loved favourites.

Touchstones Now is fully supported by Dynamic Learning which provides interactive activities, PowerPoint presentations, audio and video material, together with extensive lesson plans and teaching notes.


Find out what inspired authors Michael and Peter Benton when they put together Touchstones Now.


Downloads:

Contents     Part A Sample Pages     Part B Sample Pages     Part C Sample Pages


Sample activities from Dynamic Learning:

Jabberwocky     The Rime of the Ancient Mariner