revision sheet for cultural context and general vision and viewpoint

character map to visualise links

A simple approach to help your students understand poetry and respond accurately.

A comprehensive workbook that includes chapter by chapter questions, word banks, a variety of creative writing tasks as well as character analysis.

5 writing styles, explained with examples and further insights

The Merchant of Venice – Interactive Escape Room Bring Shakespeare’s The Merchant of Venice to life with this highly engaging, interactive escape room designed to deepen student’s understanding while keeping them fully motivated and involved. Perfect for revision, this resource challenges students to work collaboratively as they solve a series of curriculum-aligned puzzles and clues based on plot, characters, themes, language, and key quotations. Each task requires close reading, critical thinking, and problem-solving, ensuring students engage meaningfully with the text rather than passively revising. Students must “escape” by successfully completing each challenge, encouraging teamwork, discussion, and sustained focus. The format is ideal for mixed-ability classes, as it promotes peer support and allows students to demonstrate understanding in a dynamic, low-pressure way. This resource is ideal for: Junior Cert English Revision lessons or end-of-unit activities Active learning and group work Increasing student confidence with Shakespearean language What teachers love: Minimal prep – ready to use High engagement Makes Shakespeare accessible and enjoyable This escape room transforms ‘The Merchant of Venice’ into an immersive learning experience your students will genuinely enjoy while still hitting key learning outcomes.