'Much Ado About Nothing' Unit - 12 Lessons (Year 7)

This 12-lesson Shakespeare unit is targeted at Year 7. You will need a copy of the 1993 film adaptation for this unit to work. Pupils will complete comprehension tasks on what happens in the play, analyse key characters and write creatively from the point of view of Claudio.

Here is an overview of the lessons included:

1. Shakespearean language
2. Context
3. Character introductions
   4-7) Film analysis and comics
4. Plot overview
5. Wedding analysis
6. Assessment prep
7. Claudio’s diary assessment
8. Assessment feedback and fun competitions

Also, here is a list of the main resources included:

• PowerPoints for every lesson, including notes where required
• Extracts from the play
• Worksheets
• Competitions
• Video clips
• Writing tasks