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Romeo and Juliet: Unit Introduction – Essential Question & Learning Goals How do stories shape our understanding of the world and ourselves? This engaging introductory lesson sets the foundation for a deep and meaningful study of Romeo and Juliet, guiding students to explore how stories influence our perceptions of the world and ourselves. Designed to encourage critical thinking, this lesson introduces the unit’s learning objectives, essential question (EQ), and final project expectations, ensuring students understand how their learning will develop over time. What’s Included? Full Lesson Plan – A structured guide outlining each stage of the lesson. Knowledge Harvest Activity – Students assess their prior knowledge of Romeo and Juliet, Shakespeare, and the themes of storytelling. Essential Question Exploration – A detailed activity helping students break down a complex question, annotate key ideas, and form sub-questions to deepen their analysis. Unit Learning Goals – A clear breakdown of reading, writing, and speaking objectives to help students track their progress. Final Project Overview – An introduction to the final project, where students rewrite a scene from Romeo and Juliet in a form of their choice and analyse their creative decisions. Exit Task – A quick reflection activity where students summarise their key takeaways and post their responses before leaving the lesson. Homework/Optional Task – A writing prompt encouraging students to reflect on how a favourite book has influenced them. **Socratic Circle Pack and Summative Assessment Information Key Skills Developed: Critical thinking through essential question analysis Analytical writing and textual interpretation Speaking and discussion skills through Socratic dialogue Creative writing and personal expression This lesson is perfect for GCSE English teachers looking to engage students with Romeo and Juliet in a thought-provoking, interactive, and structured way. It can be used as a standalone lesson or as part of a full unit on Shakespeare’s tragedy. Download now and set your students up for success in studying Romeo and Juliet. If you found this resource helpful, please leave a review. Your feedback helps other teachers and supports the creation of more high-quality resources. 51ºÚÁÏ Notice: This resource is for personal classroom use only. Redistribution, resale, or uploading to shared platforms (including school drives and VLEs not for personal classroom use) is strictly prohibited. If you need additional licences, please purchase them separately. © 2024. Revolutionary Education. All rights reserved.

Why Shakespeare? – Understanding the Relevance of the Bard How do stories shape our understanding of the world and ourselves? This engaging lesson introduces students to the enduring significance of Shakespeare, exploring his influence on modern language, literature, and culture. Through interactive activities, discussions, and an introduction to Romeo and Juliet, students will gain a deeper appreciation of why Shakespeare remains a powerful storyteller whose themes continue to resonate today. What’s Included? Full Lesson Plan – A structured guide with clear objectives and activities. Mind Mapping Starter Task – Students activate prior knowledge by brainstorming facts about Shakespeare’s life, works, and influence. Language Exploration Activity – Students replace words in sentences with modern slang before learning about common words still in use today that were coined by Shakespeare (e.g., swagger, rant, gossip, savage, epic). Shakespeare Biography and Fun Facts – A quick overview of his life, major works, and five fascinating facts students may not know. Shakespeare or Not? Quiz – An interactive activity where students determine whether given lines are from Shakespeare or a modern author, demonstrating the timelessness of his writing. Act 1, Scene 1 Video Analysis – Students watch a performance of the opening scene of Romeo and Juliet from the National Theatre and reflect on: What is happening in the scene? How do body language and familiar words help us understand meaning? Who are the characters, and what relationships do they have? Key Skills Developed: Analytical thinking and discussion skills Understanding of Shakespeare’s linguistic and cultural impact Engagement with Shakespearean text in an accessible way Preparation for deeper exploration of Romeo and Juliet This lesson is ideal for GCSE English teachers looking to introduce Shakespeare in a dynamic and engaging way. It helps students see the relevance of his works today and builds their confidence in understanding Shakespearean language before diving into the play. Download now to help students connect with Shakespeare and prepare for their study of Romeo and Juliet. If you found this resource helpful, please leave a review. Your feedback helps other teachers and supports the creation of more high-quality resources. 51ºÚÁÏ Notice: This resource is for personal classroom use only. Redistribution, resale, or uploading to shared platforms (including school drives and VLEs not for personal classroom use) is strictly prohibited. If you need additional licences, please purchase them separately. © 2024. Revolutionary Education. All rights reserved.