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Thinking AloudEnglish Blog
An occasional blog concerned with the world of English Language and Literature. Featuring insights from examiners and past students as well as encouraging and inspiring everyone to pick up a book and get lost in a new world.
ChatGPT + Hamlet + Revision = A Tragicomedy
Easter is nearly upon us, hurrah, up to three weeks for your child to revise for their exams. Are you ready? Are they?Â
Sophie Welsh
Mar 262 min read
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The Blarney Stone and the Art of Eloquence (Exam-Board Approved)
For those of us in the business of literature, St Patrick's day is a chance to celebrate Ireland’s unrivalled literary legacy.
Sophie Welsh
Mar 172 min read
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'Tis the Season of the Snake
While Western culture often casts snakes in a sinister light (looking at you, Bible), the Chinese interpretation is far more nuanced...
Sophie Welsh
Jan 282 min read
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New Year, New (English) Skills: Fun Resolutions for GCSE Success
Ah, January - the time of year we vow to eat kale, embrace exercise, and Marie Kondo our lives, only to end up binge-watching TV...
Sophie Welsh
Dec 31, 20243 min read
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Pushing Boundaries: Lessons from Bacon, Bowie, and the Brave
There’s nothing quite like a Francis Bacon exhibition to remind you that life is equal parts grotesque, tragic, and utterly captivating.Â
Sophie Welsh
Dec 10, 20242 min read
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How to Win at Literature Essays (Spoiler: Plan First)
Here’s the secret: with a solid plan, your child will breeze through their English essay faster and with fewer bumps along the way.Â
Sophie Welsh
Oct 7, 20242 min read
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The Topic Sentence: Signpost to Excelling in English Literature Exams with The LangLit Studio
Is your child staring blankly at their English Lit essay, fear not - The LangLit Studio Literature tuition is here to help.
Sophie Welsh
Sep 16, 20242 min read
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Summer Reading for aspiring A Level / IB students
Pens down, books away - you’ve done the exams, you’re just waiting for the results. Nothing more to be done. IT’S THE SUMMER!
Sophie Welsh
Jul 23, 20242 min read
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IB Examiner, Paper 2 - part of an occasional series of Examiner insights
Exam season - it’s just over for another year. Thank goodness, we can all breathe a sigh of relief.Â
Sophie Welsh
Jun 11, 20242 min read
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