Stay curious and celebrate World Book Day
Why not let William Shakespeare,
one of the most talented and inspiring writers in history, help you?
You can explore previous years' entries with all sorts of activities:
biographies, vocabulary, plays, even great games on this label: W. Shakespeare
or try some new ideas:
- Famous (and wise!) Shakespearean Quotes: Choose your favourite ones
More here (many Pages)
- Read one of his famous plays (adapted for different levels):
From Shakespeare's Globe,
the stage where his plays have been shown ever since his time,
we get this gift:
- Watch Romeo and Juliet
If you like the theatre, immerse in this famous play
and enjoy the magic (difficult language, though)
- Alternatively, you can take this TED Ed lesson:
- and then, watch Hamlet's legendary monologue (with Spanish subtitles)
"To be or not to be" by Kenneth Brannagh
and a 21st century interpretation by Ethan Hawke
The most prestigious actors have always loved to perform Shakespeare's plays,
among them is the Royal Shakespeare Company,
They share with us this wonderful "Learning Zone"
- Choose a play and enjoy!:
Finally, back to his quotes:
To prove it, this lovely song sung by Florence Welch and composed by
Rufus Wainwright (music) and William Shakespeare ("Lyrics"):
Fly away on World Book Day
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