An Introduction to Shakespeare - teaching resource

An Introduction to Shakespeare

Bring Shakespeare to life in your classroom with this engaging English teaching resource. This fully editable resource features a 95-slide PowerPoint and a 10-page booklet of worksheets packed with interactive tasks and activities.

Pupils will explore:

• What they already know about Shakespeare

• The life and legacy of William Shakespeare

• The key elements of tragedies, comedies, and histories

• The impact of Shakespeare on modern English

• Famous characters from his plays

• An introduction to Shakespearean sonnets

• A comparison of Romeo and Juliet film adaptations

• ‘The Seven Ages of Man’ poem from As You Like It

• A creative look at the witches in Macbeth

Perfect for whole-class teaching, this resource introduces students to the Bard's work in a fun, accessible way. Click the preview images to explore more.

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