This Powerpoint introduces Sonnets 27 & 130 by Shakespeare to students. I use this for Years 7-9. It is a great introduction into the language of Shakespeare. It encourages students to translate the poems into modern day English and also consider the form and style of the sonnets. It also provides an opportunity to discuss poetic techniques such as sensory language.

A Powerpoint detailing key issues and quotes related to the theme of ambition in Shakespeare’s Macbeth. A great resource for conversation starters, with an example exam question included where one could use the opportunity to collaboratively essay plan.

An analysis of Shakespeare’s Sonnets 18 & 116. These slides provide the opportunity for students to translate Shakespeare into modern day English. I use these between Years 7-9 as find them a good introduction into Shakespeare’s language. They also allow conversation for use of personification and poetic form.