Books by Geoff Barton

Written by Geoff Barton and Christopher Edge to support the latest Key Stage 3 requirements, Non-Fiction To 14 offers motivational reading and writing skills development for non-fiction texts. It includes a wide range of source texts and a spelling, punctuation and grammar focus, which is ideal preparation for GCSE.

Ignite English aims to help reinvigorate KS3 English teaching and learning by providing exciting and motivational resources that address key issues for teachers and students. Each student book has been designed to develop a range of reading, writing and spoken English skills through a range of real-world contexts and immersive design.

Trusted in classrooms for over fifteen years, this series of much-loved books has been completely updated to support the latest Key Stage 3 requirements. Bestselling author Geoff Barton has rewritten Comprehension to 14 to retain the same engaging, skills-based approach, but with fresh texts and a variety of engaging activities.

Focusing on non-fiction, and suitable for all exam boards, this book provides a selection of texts students need for GCSE. It introduces students to the range of skills required for analysing texts, and asks students to compare the purpose, language, content, bias, audience, and layout of various texts. There are questions and writing exercises.

"Developing Poetry Skills" is a resource that provides students with the key skills they need to read and respond to poetry effectively. It is designed to introduce students to the enjoyment of reading poetry and to build confidence and understanding throughout Key Stage 3.