Features of playscripts
A list of features of playscripts that can be cut up, laminated and used as part of a display that highlights features within an examples text.
Primary plays resources
All Plays subjects
Take centre stage with Tes resources unrivalled range of play materials for primary English lessons. Bring the magical words of Shakespeare et al to life with a range of classroom materials, including:
- Play writing ideas and activities
- Script and storyboard ideas
- Shakespeare worksheets for children
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Shakespeare Quiz - easy, medium, tricky
This resource contains three deferentiated rolling PowerPoint quizes relating to the live and works of William Shakespeare. The presentation reveals the answer to each question after about 10 seconds. Makes a good series of self-testing starters.
Shakespeare's London: Context Powerpoint Lesson
The resource a complete powerpoint presentation shows images and information about aspects of life in Elizabethean London. Images and information about Shakespeare’s Globe, public execution and 'Bedlum&' asylum are included.
The Tempest: Who's Who: Printable Worksheets
Printable Shakespeare worksheets that display and introduce the main characters of the Tempest by William Shakespeare, in a fun 'Family Tree' format, perfect for visual learners.
Romeo and Juliet abridged for mini performance
Abridged script (very abridged) to get children up and working on text and language!
Tempest homework Project
A homework project based on The Tempest to be adapted for your own class. Structured to take four weeks and ultimately results in the creation of a Theatre Programme for a performance of the play. This will include a cover page design, cast list with biographies of the leading actors, a design for set and costumes and a letter from the director.
Shakespeare Twelfth Night: Printable Wall Display
This ready to use Shakespeare resource contains a series of quotes and character names from William Shakespeare's play Twelfth Night that may be used as a classroom display - hope these are helpful.
Drama Exercise Lesson: Richard III's Blind Date:
A drama exercise that looks at the characters of Richard, Lady Anne, Old Margaret and Elizabeth from Richard III by Shakespeare. Students work in groups and explore the use of atmosphere and gesture.
Making a theatre programme
Simple Analysis of a play seen or read. The children write the key parts of the programme, inlcuding a play summary and charcters list.
Will's Word - The word 'Passport' in Shakespeare
David Crystal, author of Shakespeare’s Word, on the use of the word Passport in Shakespeare.
Will's Word - the use of the word Mischief in Shakespeare
David Crystal, author of Shakespeare’s Word, on the use of the word Mischief in Shakespeare.
Will's Word - the use of the word Portly in Shakespeare
David Crystal, author of Shakespeare’s Word, on the use of the word Mischief in Shakespeare.