The IBDP English curriculum is made for you! It's like a special roadmap that your teacher uses to build a fun and interesting journey of learning that's just right for you and your classmates.

Real-world example: Think of this like a chef preparing a meal. They have a recipe (the IB curriculum) but they may tweak it a bit to match the tastes of their guests (students) - adding a bit of this spice or reducing that ingredient.

Teachers often "plan backwards" from assessment. This is like looking at the destination first (assessment), and then planning the journey (activities and texts) accordingly.

Real-world example: It's like starting with the end of a video game and working your way back to the beginning. You know where you need to get, so you plan your strategy with that in mind.

Assessment is a way for you to show off your reading and thinking skills. It's designed to let you shine as an individual reader, a classroom scholar, and a member of a community of literary and linguistic thinkers.

Real-world example: Assessment is like a talent show where you get to showcase your understanding and critical thinking skills!

The best way to get ready for an assessment is simply by reading, thinking, and communicating. It's like working out for a marathon: you train by running, not by watching others run.

Real-world example: You're like an athlete preparing for a big game. Your training (reading and thinking) is what gets you ready for the big event (the assessment).