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This comprehensive and accessible 26-lesson scheme of work for Shakespeare’s The Tempest is designed for KS3 students, with a particular focus on supporting lower-attaining learners, mixed-ability classes, and those encountering Shakespeare for the first time. The unit includes 165 teacher-ready PowerPoint slides, a full Easy Read PDF version of the play, and a final assessment with a clear mark scheme out of 30.

What’s included:

• 26 fully planned lessons spanning Acts 1–5
• 165 high-quality, visually engaging PowerPoint slides
• Easy Read PDF version of the play with embedded glossary and simplified narrative summaries
• Focus on key characters: Prospero, Miranda, Caliban, Ariel, Ferdinand
• Thematic exploration of Power, Freedom, Forgiveness, and Colonisation
• Scaffolded writing tasks: diary entries, viewpoint speeches, creative responses
• Vocabulary support and literacy starters to build confidence with Shakespearean language
• Empathy, drama and character activities to boost engagement
• A final assessment task with a detailed 30-mark scheme
• Printable worksheets and comprehension questions for each act

Ideal for:

• Year 7 or Year 8 classes
• Students with low reading ages, SEN, or EAL needs
• Teachers seeking an inclusive and imaginative approach to Shakespeare
• Whole-class study or supported group intervention

This is a thoughtful, classroom-tested scheme that balances clarity and creativity while staying true to the heart of the play. Whether you’re introducing The Tempest for the first time or refreshing your approach, this resource offers everything you need to teach the text with confidence.