Double the fun of studying Shakespeare with an interactive that introduces English learners to Macbeth. After watching a short, animated video that presents key elements of the plot, class members complete a worksheet identifying the major characters.

Concepts

william shakespeare, macbeth, dramatic plays

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Additional Tags

english language arts

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Instructional Ideas

• Model how to use the site and then provide time for class members to explore the various features

Classroom Considerations

• The subject matter for Macbeth is more appropriate for high school students
• Requires prep time to prepare colored copies of the required materials
• None of Shakespeare's language is included in either the animated video or the printed version of the story
  

Pros

• Includes a link to the house rules for the site that students, parents, and teachers must follow
• Other tabs provide grammar and vocabulary exercises

Cons

• None