In this engaging video, we explore the Point of View in Penelope Lively's acclaimed novel, Moon Tiger. Tailored for IB, AP, A-Level, and IGCSE students, we focus on the character of Claudia Hampton—a terminally ill woman reflecting on her life as she faces her mortality.

We will analyze an excerpt from the IB Literature Past Paper (November 2022), highlighting the intense rivalry between Claudia and her brother, Gordon, over fossil hunting on a cliff. This conflict leads to Claudia's fall and the subsequent chaos as their mother, Edith, attempts to mediate their escalating accusations.

Join Robyn, founder of Lead Academics, in this insightful video as we analyze dialogue from Sam Byer's novel, Perfidious Albion. Designed for IB, AP, A Level, and IGCSE students, this episode explores themes of alienation and emotional disconnection through the interactions of key characters Jess, Jacqu, and Robert. Learn how to contextualize quotes, analyze character relationships, and link dialogue to broader literary themes. Perfect for enhancing your understanding of language and literature, this video is a must-watch for aspiring scholars! Don't forget to like and subscribe for more literary insights!

Today, we're focusing on the concept of tension through an analysis of an extract from the literary nonfiction novel "Otter Country" by Miriam Darlington. In this gripping section, Darlington shares her camping experience in the wilds of Britain, where she encounters a wild boar. This extract was featured in the IB Paper 1 literature exam back in November 2021.

In this vlog, we'll explore the opening scene of Act 1, where two women, Evelyn and Diana, engage in a seemingly casual conversation while waiting for their husbands. However, beneath the surface lies a rich tapestry of unresolved emotions that impact their relationships. We'll focus on Ayckbourn’s characterization through three key authorial choices: Stage Directions, Dialogue, and Nonlinear Narrative. Our primary goal is to help you express your analysis in writing effectively.

Join us as we explore the structure of infographics, comparing them to essays, and learn how to identify key arguments and topics. We’ll examine an infographic from HumorThatWorks.com titled "Humor at Work," which is an IB English A Langlet paper one from November 2021.

In this episode, we dive into the art of analyzing infographics, a skill valuable for IB, AP, A-Level, and IGCSE students alike.

Today, we’ll focus on how to craft a compelling introduction for your analytical essay, using the infographic "Humor at Work" from humorthatworks.com, which featured in the November 2021 IB English A Lang Lit Paper 1.

What You’ll Learn: •

• The essential components to include in your essay introduction. •

• How to identify the text type, subject, writer, audience, purpose, and context of the infographic. •

• Tips for creating an engaging hook and structuring your introduction effectively.

Stay tuned as we break down the introduction into two key parts: the essentials and your thesis statement. Plus, I’ll provide an example introduction to guide you!

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Don't miss Part 2, where we'll explore how to identify themes effectively—especially if you find this part challenging!

In this video from IB Bites, I explain three effective ways to structure a literary analysis essay using Margaret Avison’s poem "July Man." The video covers how to craft engaging introductions, organize body paragraphs by literary elements, themes, or devices, and conclude with clarity and significance. I provide practical examples and tips suitable for IB, AP, A-Level, and iGCSE students, encouraging viewers to choose the structure that best fits their writing style. For additional resources, 3 example essays are included.

"IB Bites!" is a concise video series by Lead Academics that delivers bite-sized insights to help students and teachers excel in IB, and will also benefit AP, A-Level, and iGCSE students. In this episode, the focus is "Introduction Essentials" - a 2-step guide to crafting top-quality commentary essay introductions.