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If you’re feeling overwhelmed about teaching Shakespeare’s plays in high school English Language Arts, you’re not alone. It can be hard to know where to start when teaching a classic text like Julius Caesar – especially to 21st-century teenagers!  The good news is that teaching Shakespeare doesn’t have to be an intimidating experience. Many elements […]

If you’re wondering where to start when it comes to teaching William Shakespeare’s Hamlet, don’t worry! I’ve been there. Teaching one of Shakespeare’s most complex dramas can feel overwhelming at first. However, in my experience, once students gain confidence with Shakespeare’s language, they can often make fresh and insightful connections to Hamlet. After all, this […]

Teaching William Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet can feel like a big task, especially when you want students to engage in creative, purposeful activities to help them comprehend the story.  Luckily, this classic play is full of themes teens recognize – from love and loyalty to conflict, and impulsive choices. In my experience, once they get […]

Between the unfamiliar language, dense plots, and the pressure to “get it right,” teaching Shakespeare to high school students can feel intimidating at first. Believe me, I’ve been there! But here’s the secret…you don’t need to be a Shakespeare expert to teach his work well. In my experience, a collection of creative introductory lessons can […]