The Necklace Explained: A Classroom Companion

‘The Necklace’ by Guy de Maupassant: A Classroom Companion
Ready to teach. No planning required.

Struggling to make The Necklace meaningful without oversimplifying its irony and twist?
This abridged classroom companion supports SEND, ESL, and mixed-ability students while keeping Maupassant’s themes and narrative impact intact.

While the original version can be challenging, this meticulously abridged version retains the essence of the story, allowing all students to fully understand and appreciate its literary significance.

What’s included in this mini-unit of work:
• A carefully abridged version of The Necklace that is student-friendly
• Extracts from the original text to introduce Maupassant’s style and language
• Engaging exercises to consolidate understanding
• A complete set of answers to save teachers time

Once students grasp the story, they can explore its deeper themes and significance, making learning meaningful and rewarding. This resource ensures The Necklace becomes one of the best short stories for your class to study.

Part of my Back to Basics series, this resource simplifies the 19th-century French classic The Necklace to make it accessible and engaging for students.