The Badger, a poem by John Clare

An opportunity for pupils to analyse 18th century poetry in terms of structure, language, meaning and purpose

Metaphors

Analysing a famous political metaphor and opportunities for pupils to devise their own metaphors about badgers

Writing Styles and Purpose

Compare and contrast scientific writing and fiction

Anthropormorphism

Discuss why we anthropomorphise and develop your own anthropomorphic writing 

Animal Protection

An examination of the history of animal cruelty in England and how the law has changed for the benefit of animals

Badger A-Z

Test your knowledge or computer research skills with our A-Z quiz of all things badger