Methinks I'll Read Shakespeare: Sonnet 116

Art thou ready to read Shakespeare? But of course!

Here is a complete lesson for the Bard’s beloved Sonnet 116. Ponder upon the nature of true love through words that are as moving today as when they were first published in 1609.

Sections and assignments are as follows:

About the Sonnet (Structure, Contents and Vocabulary)

1. Analysis

• Assignment 1: Identify specific ideas
• Assignment 2: Describe the audience
• Assignment 3: Negative and positive statements
• Bonus Assignment: The symbol of the North Star

1. Writing Your Own Sonnet

2. Using Your Voice (What constitutes a good sonnet recitation?)

3. Calligraphy or Penmanship Practise

4. One More Look: A Painting (Timeless themes)