GCSE English Poetry Guide - Unseen Poetry (Ages 14-16)

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GCSE English Poetry Guide - Unseen Poetry (Ages 14-16)

Name: GCSE English Poetry Guide - Unseen Poetry (Ages 14-16)
Brand: CGP
SKU: 9781782943648
Price: 7.95 GBP
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Created By: CGP Product Code: EN1875

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• MASTER unseen poetry analysis with confidence-building techniques for GCSE success
• Includes Poetry Analysis, Exam-Style Questions & Comparison Techniques
• Aligned to GCSE English Literature requirements for Year 10 and Year 11 students
• Includes full answers, mark schemes & Grade 8-9 sample responses with examiner commentary
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About the GCSE English Poetry Guide - Unseen Poetry (Ages 14-16)

If your Year 10 or Year 11 child finds the unseen poetry section of GCSE English Literature overwhelming, the GCSE English Poetry Guide - Unseen Poetry (Ages 14-16) gives them the analysis skills and confidence they need to tackle unfamiliar poems under exam pressure. Published by CGP, this 68-page full-colour guide transforms poetry analysis from a source of anxiety into a genuine opportunity to shine, with clear step-by-step techniques, realistic practice poems, and worked examples targeting Grades 8-9. It's designed specifically for students aged 14–16 sitting GCSE English Literature, making every page directly relevant to their exams.

Worked answer page showing annotation and planning for comparing two poems — Step-by-step worked example demonstrating how to annotate, plan, and compare two unseen poems

This guide doesn't just tell your child what to do—it shows them how to do it. Detailed explanations break down annotation techniques, structural analysis, and language features in student-friendly language, while exam-style questions let them practise under realistic conditions. Every question is supported by detailed mark schemes and sample answers, so your child learns exactly what examiners are looking for and how to craft responses that hit the highest grade boundaries. The guide also includes specific tips for achieving Grades 8-9, plus a free online edition for flexible learning at home or on the move.

Exam advice page explaining how to compare two poems in Question 2 — Clear guidance on tackling the comparison question, with a four-step plan and annotated example

With regular practice using this guide, your child will develop the critical reading and writing skills that unlock top marks in GCSE English Literature. They'll learn to approach any unseen poem methodically, identify poetic techniques confidently, and compare poems with precision—all essential for success in the AQA specification. The comprehensive selection of practice poems ensures they encounter a wide range of styles and themes, so nothing in the exam will catch them off guard. This guide covers the English National Curriculum requirements for poetry analysis and is available as a physical book with free online access.

Whether your child is aiming to secure a solid grade or push for the very top, this CGP guide provides the structured support and expert insight they need. It's ideal for independent revision, homework support, or exam preparation in the months leading up to GCSEs, giving both students and parents the reassurance that every aspect of unseen poetry is covered thoroughly and clearly.

68 pages of expert guidance on analysing and comparing unseen poems for GCSE English Literature
Realistic exam-style questions with detailed mark schemes and sample answers targeting Grades 8-9
Step-by-step techniques for annotation, language analysis, structure, and poetic comparison
Free online edition included for flexible learning on any device
Full-colour presentation and student-friendly explanations make poetry analysis accessible and engaging

Product Code	Publisher	ISBN 13
EN1875	CGP	9781782943648

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Finally, the GCSE English Poetry Guide - Unseen Poetry (Ages 14-16) is also very useful for children studying outside of the UK on comparable international curriculums such as the Cambridge Primary Curriculum or The Pearson Edexcel International Primary Curriculum.

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