This year we are starting the year by finishing up Story of the World 2. One of the final chapters is about William Shakespeare. I am using this chapter as a jumping point into a survey of his work.
I have to admit that I love to listen to and watch Shakespeare but cannot seem to read it. I cannot get the rhythm and stumble over the language. It is so laborious the meaning is lost. Thank goodness for children’s versions. I hope that gradual exposure will help G to understand the stories so that when he grows up and reads the originals it will be easier.
I started looking into Shakespeare after two blog friends posted about their chosen resources and studies.
Dana
I would never have thought of looking at Shakespeare in elementary school. But G is enjoying the stories and it is fun to see his face when he recognizes a phrase or situation that has become part of pop culture.
After sifting through all the resources I could get my hands on these are the ones we are using…
Beautiful Stories from Shakespeare: here and here
You Tube: BBC Animated Shakespeare
1 comment:
WOW, Thank you for showing this. I am so excited to show my children. Warmly, Joy
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