The Tempest - Introduction & Context

The Tempest KS3 SOW

A comprehensive 20 lesson KS3 unit of work exploring Shakespeare’s The Tempest, with resources that can also be adapted for KS4. The unit introduces students to the play and its historical context before progressing through each act. Students encounter a range of activities, recall questions, close analysis and creative tasks designed to help them understand both the events of the play and Shakespeare’s presentation of key ideas and characters. **Students develop their ability to:** Read and understand a challenging Shakespearean play Develop their understanding of Shakespeare’s language Explore characterisation and relationships Analyse how Shakespeare presents key characters Explore themes and ideas throughout the play Analyse Shakespeare’s use of language and dramatic techniques Select and analyse relevant quotations Explore the significance of key scenes and moments Consider historical and contextual influences Develop analytical and evaluative responses Use evidence effectively to support interpretations Respond creatively to characters, events and situations in the play Develop planning and writing skills Reflect on and assess their own work **What's Included?** 20 detailed, ready to teach lessons Lessons covering each act of the play Questions and activities for each act Recall questions for every lesson A range of analytical and discussion activities Close analysis of key scenes and extracts Character and relationship activities Contextual information and activities Shakespeare’s language and terminology activities A variety of creative writing tasks Model paragraphs and writing support Planning activities and scaffolded writing tasks 2 assessments: 1 reading assessment on Caliban and 1 creative writing assessment on a Shipwreck Assessment preparation lessons Self assessment activities Reflection and plenary activities A homework sheet of 24 homework tasks of varying difficulties. Pupils are to choose one task each week to complete that matches their confidence and ability.