Shakespeare Introduction Project & Macbeth Script for Middle & High School
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Description
The Shakespeare Introduction Project offers an interactive opportunity for students to create a game using the information in this product. An adapted Macbeth script eases middle school students into the world of Shakespeare and can be used for reader’s theater or a short performance.
Why will this Shakespeare Project benefit you?
- Project-based learning is perfect for reviewing or exploring Shakespeare’s text.
- Contextual factors help students connect with references in the play.
- Provides an opportunity for developing a foundation to decipher the language.
- The Shakespeare Project uses retrieval practice to prepare students for studying Shakespeare.
- Suitable for Middle or High School.
- Perfect for end-of-year review.
- Can also be used throughout the year for ANY Shakespeare text.
- Thorough teaching notes
- Students design online or offline game.
- Highly responsive resource support (NEED Help? Contact me via email or Zoom)
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Why will the Macbeth Script benefit you?
- A simplified and abridged version of Macbeth integrates contemporary English with the original play.
- Can be used with mixed-ability classes, including “gifted”, special needs, and ESL learners.
- Can be performed in various locations, from the school theatre to the classroom.
- Perfect introduction to the original text, or way of touching upon the main points of the story when you have limited time.
- Teaching notes covering staging experiences, and suggestions on how to perform the play are included, along with the 16-page script.
How to use this Macbeth play:
Students can work independently or in groups to...
- create a radio play with sound effects.
- record a performance with their family.
- stitch together character performances in iMovie, WeVideo or Windows Movie Maker to create a 'movie' version.
- make a podcast read-aloud.
What is included in this Shakespeare Project and Macbeth Script?
- Introduction to Shakespeare Project PRINTABLES
- Quick-start guide
- Teacher preparation for project launch
- Rubric (editable version available)
- 4-page Project planner
- 10 Shakespeare Fact Files
- 12 QR code cards for deeper research
- 26 board game variations
- Question card templates
- Introduction to Shakespeare Project DIGITAL RESOURCES
- Editable rubric
- Link to Question spreadsheet to review and assess students’ work.
- Links to online templates
- Links to downloadable templates
- Links to FREE online game generators
- Links to supporting resources.
- Macbeth Script
- Teaching notes on staging this version of the play.
- 16-page Macbeth Script
- Stage directions
What others have to say about the Shakespeare Introduction Project and Macbeth Script for Middle and High Schoolers:
“Used this with my 4th graders after reading a Macbeth book in poetry form over a couple weeks. This was perfect for them and they really enjoyed it (Posted this online for them for distance learning and screen shared...) Will continue to use in years ahead.” - Tracy (Macbeth Script)
“Loved using this with my 8th graders!” - Heather (Macbeth Script)
“It was helpful as an overview of the play that jump-started our study of MacBeth.” - K8’s Creations
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