‘Inspired English’ comprises a series of projects using works of art as writing inspiration. Each project develops visual analysis and interpretation skills while building literary skills through practical classroom lessons. The activities develop key elements of Years 7 to 10 of the English Curriculum, including descriptive writing, persuasive writing, issues-based writing, and poetry. The culmination of each project is an ‘Inspire me!’ section which encourages students to use their newly developed skills, ideas and vocabulary to produce a range of creative pieces.

No prior knowledge of art or artists is necessary. This series will give you everything you need to put these fabulous images to work in your English classroom and harness the great power of art to truly inspire your students. ‘Inspired English’ is an accessible resource that will enable teachers/educators to confidently use the visual arts to enrich English teaching and learning. Comprehensive teacher support, suggested linked texts and mapping to individual curricula will show just how easily the books can integrate with any existing program.

Supported by comprehensive teaching plans, the activities in the student workbooks use the works of art as springboards to develop skills in:
Critical thinking, Creative writing, Close reading, Visual literacy, Literary techniques and Vocabulary development.