Romeo & Juliet: An abridged version for secondary students

Simplified & Abridged Romeo & Juliet: Empowering Every Learner

Unlock Shakespeare’s timeless tale for all your students with this specially adapted version of Romeo & Juliet. Whether you’re supporting English as an Additional Language (EAL) learners, students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), or lower-ability groups, this resource makes the play accessible, engaging, and achievable.

Why choose this resource?

This comprehensive unit of work is designed to help students:
• Understand main characters and their emotional journeys.
• Follow the key events in the play with clarity and confidence.
• Master essential quotes, broken down into relatable, easy-to-digest language.

What’s inside?

• 19 pages of simplified text, bringing the story to life.
• 40 pages of interactive exercises to engage and challenge learners.
• 5 pages of critical background information for added context.
• A very clear Timeline, listing the events as they unfold.
• Answer for crosswords provided.

What sets it apart?

This expertly differentiated resource ensures every student feels included and empowered. Each section includes extended writing tasks, ideal for assessment opportunities, so you can measure progress effortlessly.
Make Shakespeare’s world come alive for your students today because every learner deserves the chance to explore and understand this literary masterpiece.