To accompany the Macbeth graphic novels from " Classical Comics" & to help with their application in the classroom this book is spiral-bound making the pages easy to photocopy &

Includes:: a CD-ROM with the pages in PDF format ideal for whole-class teaching on whiteboards laptops etc or for direct digital printing Written by a teacher for teachers helping to engage & involve students in Shakespeare's play Suitable for teaching ages 10-17 this book provides exercises that cover structure listening understanding motivation & character as well as key words themes & literary techniques Although the majority of the tasks focus on the use of language & comprehension there are also many cross-curriculum topics covering areas within history ICT drama reading speaking writing & art There is an extensive Educational Links section that provides further study opportunities Devised to encompass a broad range of skill levels this book provides many opportunities for differentiated teaching & the tailoring of lessons to meet individual needs It

Includes:: a CD-ROM This resource can be used alongside the Classical Comics adaptation of Macbeth as well as any traditional text In fact many of the activities can stand on their own as introductions to the world of Shakespeare



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This is William Shakespeare&s full & unabridged play in comic book form This full colour graphic novel presents " The Scottish Play" just as Shakespeare intended in its original & unabridged format Ideal for purists students & readers who will appreciate the unaltered text " Macbeth" is probably the most dramatic of Shakespeare&s tragedies & this version will give you a brand new & totally fulfilling view of the sheer genius of Shakespeare&s story telling Witchcraft superstition murder
- it&s all here! Featuring stunning artwork & full of action atmosphere & intrigue from start to finish; this new treatment of The Bard&s wonderful tragedy will have you on the edge of your seat It&s 11th century Scotland Macbeth Thane of Glamis is one of King Duncan&s greatest war captains Upon returning from a battle with the rebellious Thane of Cawdor Macbeth & Banquo encounter three witches who prophecy that Macbeth will become Thane of Cawdor & then King They also prophecy that Banquo will become the father of kings When Lady Macbeth hears this she is determined to push her husband to take fate into his own hands & make himself king by murdering Duncan Macbeth is reluctant to harm Duncan But when the King makes arrangements to visit Macbeth&s castle the opportunity presents itself Pressed on by his wife Macbeth kills Duncan & blames the King&s drunken attendants who he also kills However Macbeth is racked with guilt & begins to see apparitions When the body is discovered Malcolm & Donalbain the King&s sons are suspicious of Macbeth & flee for their lives To everyone else it looks as if the sons have been the chief conspirators & Macbeth is crowned King of Scotland Banquo&s suspicions grow based on his encounter with the witches & Macbeth is wary of the second prophecy concerning Banquoa&s offspring Macbeth hires assassins to kill Banquo & his son Fleance Banquo is murdered that night but Fleance escapes The bloody ghost of Banquo appears to Macbeth at a feast tormenting his already guilty conscience In addition Macduff once a comrade of Macbeth has fled after the King&s sons to England as he also suspects Macbeth In revenge Macbeth butchers Macduff&s entire household Macduff & the King&s sons raise an army in England & march against Macbeth who is given another prophecy by the witches as he prepares for the assault They tell him his throne is safe until Birnam Wood comes to Dunsinane & he will not die by the hand of any man born of a woman Macbeth now feels invincible Lady Macbeth on the other hand has been slowly driven mad by her dreams in the wake of Duncan&s murder She sleepwalks & eventually kills herself Macbeth learns that many of his lords are deserting & joining Malcolm&s army which approaches Dunsinane under cover of boughs which they&ve cut from the trees of Birnam Wood Macbeth & Macduff eventually meet on the bloody battlefield Macbeth laughs derisively relating the witches& prophecy But Macduff retorts that he was from his mother&s womb untimely ripp&d & not (technically) of woman born The play ends with the death of Macbeth & Malcolm is crowned King of Scotland
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The complete play translated into plain English It&s 11th century Scotland Macbeth Thane of Glamis is one of King Duncan&s greatest war captains Upon returning from a battle with the rebellious Thane of Cawdor Macbeth & Banquo encounter three witches who prophecy that Macbeth will become Thane of Cawdor & then King They also prophecy that Banquo will become the father of kings When Lady Macbeth hears this she is determined to push her husband to take fate into his own hands & make himself king by murdering Duncan Macbeth is reluctant to harm Duncan But when the King makes arrangements to visit Macbeth&s castle the opportunity presents itself Pressed on by his wife Macbeth kills Duncan & blames the King&s drunken attendants who he also kills However Macbeth is racked with guilt & begins to see apparitions When the body is discovered Malcolm & Donalbain the King&s sons are suspicious of Macbeth & flee for their lives To everyone else it looks as if the sons have been the chief conspirators & Macbeth is crowned King of Scotland Banquo&s suspicions grow based on his encounter with the witches & Macbeth is wary of the second prophecy concerning Banquo&s offspring Macbeth hires assassins to kill Banquo & his son Fleance Banquo is murdered that night but Fleance escapes The bloody ghost of Banquo appears to Macbeth at a feast tormenting his already guilty conscience In addition Macduff once a comrade of Macbeth has fled after the King&s sons to England as he also suspects Macbeth In revenge Macbeth butchers Macduff&s entire household Macduff & the King&s sons raise an army in England & march against Macbeth who is given another prophecy by the witches as he prepares for the assault They tell him his throne is safe until Birnam Wood comes to Dunsinane & he will not die by the hand of any man born of a woman Macbeth now feels invincible Lady Macbeth on the other hand has been slowly driven mad by her dreams in the wake of Duncan&s murder She sleepwalks & eventually kills herself Macbeth learns that many of his lords are deserting & joining Malcolm&s army which approaches Dunsinane under cover of boughs which they&ve cut from the trees of Birnam Wood Macbeth & Macduff eventually meet on the bloody battlefield Macbeth laughs derisively relating the witches& prophecy But Macduff retorts that he was from his mother&s womb untimely ripp&d & not (technically) of woman born The play ends with the death of Macbeth & Malcolm is crowned King of Scotland ...

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Includes:: the full story with less dialogue for a fast-paced read It&s 11th century Scotland Macbeth

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For more than 20 years Lois Burdett has been introducing Shakespeare to primary school pupils Working with her students many as young as seven she makes Shakespeare's plays come wonderfully alive for young eyes & ears The texts are rewritten as simple rhyming verse & illustrated by her pupils' own lively colour illustrations of the characters & the action Her books & workshops for teachers have captured the attention & imagination of parents educators & lovers of Shakespeare around the world ...

Macbeth is one of Shakespeare's most performed & studied tragedies This major new Arden edition offers students detailed on-page commentary notes highlighting meaning & theatrical ideas & themes as well as an illustrated lengthy introduction setting the play in its historical theatrical & critical context & outlining the recent debates about Middleton's possible co-authorship of some scenes A comprehensive & informative edition ideal for students & teachers seeking to explore the play in depth whether in the classroom or on the stage ...

Is this a dagger I see before me? No it's a Mac Beth tartan notebook This Mac Beth notebook is bound in real tartan cloth It has 176 pages & has stained edges & a matching elastic enclosure The notebook has a ribbon-marker & an inner note holder It has a booklet about tartan & a Clan Map of Scotland It also comes with a bookmark with detail on the Mac Beth tartan The tartan cloth is supplied by & produced with the authority of Kinloch Anderson Scotland holders of Royal Warrants of Appointment as Tailors & Kiltmakers to HM The Queen HRH The Duke of Edinburgh & HRH The Prince of Wales ...

THE ULTIMATE GUIDES TO EXAM SUCCESS from York Notes
- the UK's favourite English Literature Study Guides York Notes for AS & A2
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A fully revised exam section expert guidance on understanding the question planning an answer writing about effects & using"ations plus tips on spelling punctuation & grammar All the key skills covered ' Exam focus' model answer extracts with annotations & ' Progress & Revision Checks' will guide students' learning help them test their progress & reach their potential The most in-depth analysis from text summaries to characters themes contexts form structure & language all designed to help students reach their potential ...

Learn Tasks & answers on every area of the text to enhance your students' learning & take revision further Practise Exercises on spelling punctuation & grammar & longer exam-style questions with sample response extracts to practise & perfect key skills for writing finest top quality answers Test Support independent learning & motivate students with quick tests & regular self-assessment to stay on track for success ...