Introduction to Shakespeare scheme of work

19 lessons, fully planned with learning objectives, homework and resources, this scheme of work was originally delivered to Year 7 but could be adapted to KS2. Providing students with a “taster” for Shakespeare, this unit allows students to look at extracts from different Shakespeare plays including ‘Macbeth’, ‘The Taming of the Shrew’ and ‘A Midsummer Night’s Dream’. Activities in this scheme include a Shakespeare research project, creative writing and writing in the style of an agony aunt for lovesick Romeo! Where video clips are referenced, Youtube links are included as far as possible.

Whilst this scheme details APP assessment areas for Reading and Writing, this can be easily adapted to suit the assessment in your department.

**Please note that Lesson 14 looks at the witches in ‘Macbeth’ and uses clips from Polanski and Wells. Please check content to determine suitability for your class.**

Files in this resource:
An Introduction to Shakespeare - PowerPoint full scheme of work, 19 lessons
Lesson 1 A Visit to the Theatre - Word document for Lesson 1
Lesson 1 Comprehension questions - Word document for Lesson 1
Lesson 1 True or False - Word document for Lesson 1
Lesson 2 The Globe diagram - Word document for Lesson 2
Lesson 4 Information Leaflet Example 1 - PDF for Lesson 4
Lesson 4 Information Leaflet Example 2 - PDF for Lesson 4
Lesson 9 I Said It - Word document for Lesson 9
Lesson 12 The Taming of the Shrew - Word document for Lesson 12
Lesson 13 Romeo and Juliet Act 1 - Word document for Lesson 13
Lesson 15 Romeo and Juliet Summary - Word document for Lesson 15
Lesson 15 Romeo and Juliet Timeline - Word document for Lesson 15
Lesson 16 Quotation Quest Answer - Word document for Lesson 16
Lesson 16 Quotation Quest - Word document for Lesson 16
Lesson 16 Romeo and Juliet Act 3 Scene 5 - Word document for Lesson 16