12th Grade English Language Arts Resources (by date, latest first)

Are you looking for effective ways to support English Language Learners in your classroom, but not sure where to start?

Transform your approach to teaching English Language Learners with this detailed, ready-to-use Google Slides presentation!** Perfect for school-wide PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT or department training sessions.**

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What's Included:

• 20+ professionally designed slides
• Complete ELL terminology guide
• 6 detailed program models
• Language acquisition stages breakdown
• Proven instructional strategies
• Practical classroom accommodations
• Testing modification guidelines
• Current technology integration tools
• Cultural consideration frameworks
• Parent communication strategies
• Comprehensive resource list
• Included PRINTABLE HANDOUT to supplement with notes section

Why You Need This Resource:
This comprehensive guide equips K-12 teachers with everything needed to support English Language Learners effectively. From understanding basic terminology to implementing research-based strategies, this resource provides practical solutions for everyday classroom challenges.

Key Benefits:

• Clear explanations of ELL terminology and program models
• Step-by-step guidance through language acquisition stages
• Ready-to-use instructional strategies with examples
• Detailed accommodation suggestions for classroom and assessments
• Current technology tools and recommendations
• Cultural sensitivity guidelines
• Parent communication strategies in multiple languages
• Professional development opportunities and resources

Perfect For:

• School-wide PD sessions
• Department meetings
• New teacher training
• ESL coordinator presentations
• Teacher reference material
• Staff development workshops

Make Your ELL Instruction More Effective Today!
This resource helps you create an inclusive, supportive learning environment while ensuring academic success for your English Language Learners. All materials are classroom-tested and aligned with current best practices in ELL education.

Note: This product was created by an experienced educator and reflects current research-based practices in ELL instruction.

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Students will fill these pages in response to any novel they are reading, whether independently or as part of a whole class reading assignment. Each Project includes a student page with instructions and directions to complete each journal page, as well as a grading rubric to use these journal pages as a whole novel project. You could also use these pages individually and pick ones to use for a specific concept to teach or reflect on. Level one is geared toward middle school-aged students or those who require additional support or guidance with a reflective journal piece. Level two is intended for high school students and requires more in-depth analysis and writing skills. Both levels are included in this product, allowing you to choose the level that is most suitable for your students or to mix and match as needed (note that the grading rubric will not apply if you combine pages from one level with those from another).

Reading Journal Project 1: This level is intended for middle school students or can be used as a less in-depth study as Project 2 is.

Included Pages:

• Journal Cover Page
• Book Overview
• Characters
• Main Character Spotlight
• Plot Outline
• Theme & Setting
• Conflict
• Reflection Questions

Reading Journal Project 2: This level is designed for high school students or those seeking a more in-depth study than Project 1.

**Included Pages:                                                                                                      **

• Journal Cover Page
• Book Overview
• Book Summary Page
• Character Overview
• Character Comparison
• Main Character Analysis
• Plot Outline
• Main Idea and Theme
• Conflict
• Reflection Questions

Utilize any of these three summary pages as a way for students to record summaries of a chapter in any novel they read.

Instruct students to complete the pages as needed.

These are the directions I typically give for filling out summaries:

Print off as many pages as your student will need to complete chapter summaries for each chapter in their book or each assigned section of their reading in order to summarize their book accurately.

I have also provided a cover page, allowing students to collect all their pages together and submit a completed project. A basic rubric is included as well.

This novel study is for "The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus" by L. Frank Baum. L. Baum offers students the chance to examine the origins of Santa Claus in this classic novel. Students will examine the novel in-depth with Doodle Notes for each day's readings, and they will have extension activities that dig deeper into literary elements within the novel. Students will also develop vocabulary work through several vocabulary activities. An introduction essay and a final test round out this novel study, making it perfect for the Holiday season or any time of year. This zip drive download contains 2 PDFs. One contains all the student pages, and the other contains all the instructor pages, including answer keys and lesson plans.

Includes:

Student PDF (36 pages total): Introduction Essay with Rubric, Student Novel Worksheets (8 pages), Doodle Notes (15 pages), Vocabulary Worksheets (6 pages), and a Final Test (5 Pages)

Instructors Guide PDF (42 pages): Quick View Weekly Lesson Plans (3 pages), Daily Lesson Plans (6 pages), Teachers Notes and Answer Key Pages (10 pages), Doodle Notes Answer Keys (11 pages), Vocabulary Answer Keys (7 pages), Final Test Answer Keys (5 pages).

This novel study is for "The Life and Adventures of Santa Claus" by L. Frank Baum. L. Baum offers students the chance to examine the origins of Santa Claus in this classic novel. Students will examine the novel in-depth with Doodle Notes for each day's readings, and they will have extension activities that dig deeper into literary elements within the novel. Students will also develop vocabulary work through several vocabulary activities. An introduction essay and a final test round out this novel study, making it perfect for the Holiday season or any time of year. This zip drive download contains 2 PDFs. One contains all the student pages, and the other contains all the instructor pages, including answer keys and lesson plans.

Includes:

Student PDF (36 pages total): Introduction Essay with Rubric, Student Novel Worksheets (8 pages), Doodle Notes (15 pages), Vocabulary Worksheets (6 pages), and a Final Test (5 Pages)

Instructors Guide PDF (42 pages): Quick View Weekly Lesson Plans (3 pages), Daily Lesson Plans (6 pages), Teachers Notes and Answer Key Pages (10 pages), Doodle Notes Answer Keys (11 pages), Vocabulary Answer Keys (7 pages), Final Test Answer Keys (5 pages).

Bring powerful poetry into your classroom with this beautifully designed comprehension resource for William Wordsworth’s poignant poem "She Sleeps by the Rill." This ready-to-use set of Poetry Comprehension Worksheets is ideal for grades 7–12 ELA or literature classes.

This printable and digital PDF includes:

• Full-text of the poem

• 6 structured worksheet sections, each targeting a key analytical skill:

• Theme & Meaning

• Narrative Elements

• Language & Diction

• Cultural & Historical Context

• Personal Response

• Author’s Purpose

• ✅ Answer Guide included for teacher use or student self-assessment

Students will develop critical reading and interpretive skills by exploring:

• Literary devices
• Mood, symbolism, and tone
• The poet’s message and emotional impact
• Text-to-self and text-to-world connections

Perfect for:

• Poetry units
• Literature circles
• Sub plans
• Exam preparation
• Independent or guided analysis

This resource encourages deep engagement with poetry and aligns with Common Core standards for literature and textual analysis.

• poetry comprehension worksheet
• William Wordsworth poem analysis
• analyzing poetry high school
• literary elements worksheets
• ELA poetry activities
• English literature resource
• Romantic poetry lesson
• poetry with answer key
• grief and nature poem
• printable poetry assignments

Bring authentic Indigenous knowledge into your classroom with this thoughtful, respectful, and engaging literacy and cultural assignment on Anishinaabek Medicine Bags. Perfect for middle or high school classrooms, this activity introduces students to the cultural and spiritual significance of medicine bags in Anishinaabe (Ojibwe) tradition, while encouraging personal reflection and creative expression.

What’s Included:

• A clear and concise explanation of the origin and significance of medicine bags in Anishinaabe culture
• Examples of traditional medicines and their spiritual uses
• Guided reflection questions that promote critical thinking and personal connections
• A design component where students sketch and plan their own symbolic medicine bag
• Culturally appropriate prompts emphasizing respect and understanding
• Embedded video links for supplemental learning

Learning Goals:

• Build cultural awareness and sensitivity around Indigenous practices
• Foster self-reflection and identity-building
• Integrate literacy skills through reading comprehension, written responses, and personal expression
• Support Truth and Reconciliation education in a meaningful and respectful way

Ideal for:

• Grade 7–10 English, Social Studies, Indigenous Studies, or Character Education
• Teachers seeking a culturally responsive resource that honours Indigenous voices
• Classrooms working toward meeting FNMI (First Nations, Métis, Inuit) curriculum expectations or Calls to Action

This resource was created with cultural sensitivity and educational integrity in mind. It encourages students to approach Indigenous traditions with the respect they deserve and deepens their understanding of spiritual and natural connections in Anishinaabe life.

Product Description:
Looking for a rich, thought-provoking short story assignment that engages students in literary analysis and Indigenous perspectives? This detailed assignment on Thomas King's "Borders" invites students to explore deep themes like identity, colonial borders, sovereignty, power dynamics, and media influence, all through an accessible and age-appropriate narrative.

🌍 Why This Resource Works:
This resource breaks down key literary elements (point of view, symbolism, narrative structure, etc.) while encouraging students to connect text to real-world issues like immigration, Indigenous rights, and government-imposed identity labels. It’s a perfect tool for building critical literacy and social awareness in your English Language Arts or Indigenous Studies classroom.

🎯 What's Included:
✅ A breakdown of 6 major literary elements and their significance in "Borders"
✅ Analysis of key themes like resistance, power structures, and liminality
✅ Prompts for student reflection and discussion
✅ Opportunities to integrate Indigenous worldviews and contemporary social issues
✅ Ready-to-use for Grades 9–12

✨ Perfect For:

• Grade 9–12 English or Literature classes
• Indigenous Studies and FNMI curriculum links
• Truth and Reconciliation discussions
• Cross-curricular links with Social Studies or Civics

📌 Bonus:
This resource pairs perfectly with inquiry-based learning and culturally responsive teaching. It's ideal for teachers who want to go beyond surface-level comprehension and guide students into meaningful analysis of Indigenous voices in literature.

Looking for a meaningful and engaging way to introduce dystopian literature to your students? This ready-to-use resource offers a perfect balance of critical thinking and creative expression!

✅ What’s Included:

• 3 thought-provoking reflection questions that encourage students to analyze real-world issues and connect them to dystopian themes
• A creative writing activity that guides students in designing their own dystopian society, complete with internal logic and a cautionary message
• A detailed answer key to support discussion, assessment, or independent student review

Ideal for middle and high school English Language Arts classes, this activity is a great entry point into novels such as The Hunger Games, Fahrenheit 451, The Giver, The Marrow Thieves or 1984.

Students will:

• Explore current technologies and societal trends
• Reflect on the popularity of dystopian fiction
• Create original stories with rich themes and warnings

✨ Perfect for individual work, small group discussion, or as a pre-reading activity to spark interest in your next dystopian novel study.

Religious Word Search Puzzle Pack - 15 Printable Activities in One ZIP File

This zip file contains a rich collection of 15 Bible-inspired puzzles, ready to print and ideal for children, Sunday school, homeschooling, and faith-based classrooms.

🧩 Contents:

• 10 individual puzzles in PDF format (A4 size, printable)

• Topics include: Moses, Noah, the Prophets, , Passover, the Ten Commandments, Angels, the Parables of Jesus, Lent, and more.

• Answer keys included for each puzzle

• Designed for ages 8 and up

🎯 Suitable for: ✔️ Sunday School ✔️ Homeschooling Activities ✔️ Bible Study Groups ✔️ Christian Education

🖨️ Simply download the ZIP file, extract the PDF files, and print as needed!

This or That Bell Ringer | Back to School | Would You Rather Questions | Fun Bell Ringer Activity | Critical Thinking Prompts

About This Resource

★ Topic - Bell Ringers - This or That

★ PowerPoint Presentations | Worksheets | Task Cards

★ 150 pages

★ Suitable for Middle and High School Students

★ Print and Digital (PDF and Google Slides)

★ SEL-related resource

This resource includes:

★ 30 *This or That *PowerPoint Slides with Q’s

★ 30 *This or That *PowerPoint Slides without Q’s

★ 30 *This or That *Worksheets (with ONE Q.)

★ 30 *This or That *Worksheets (with THREE Q’s)

★ 30 *This or That *Task Cards (Colored)

★ 30 *This or That *Task Cards (BW)

★ 4 Google Slide Links

The "This or That" activity is an engaging and thought-provoking exercise where students are presented with two options and must choose one based on their personal preferences, experiences, and reasoning. These choices are highly relatable and designed to spark reflection, discussion, and critical thinking. This resource features 30 highly relatable "This or That" options!

Each This or That scenario challenges students to consider different perspectives, weigh pros and cons, and explain their reasoning in a fun and interactive way. The activity is versatile, making it perfect for bell ringers, warm-ups, classroom and/or SEL discussions, journal writing, debate starters, or even a fun brain break!

Students can participate in multiple ways:

⭐ Verbally (Pair/share, small group discussions, or whole-class conversations)

⭐ In Writing (Reflection worksheets with short or extended responses)

⭐ Digitally (Google Slides versions for online learning or interactive activities)

This resource comes in five flexible variations to suit your teaching needs:

✅ PowerPoint Presentation (No Questions) – A simple and visual This or That slideshow with engaging images, perfect for quick bell ringers or class discussions. (Digital version included!)

✅ PowerPoint Presentation (With Questions) – Includes two thought-provoking reflection questions for each This or That choice to deepen student engagement. (Digital version included!)

✅ Worksheet Version (One-Question Format) – Gives students space to write their choice and briefly explain their reasoning, great for independent work. (Digital version included!)

✅ Worksheet Version (Three-Question Format) – Includes three deeper reflection questions per scenario for students who want to explore their thinking more fully. (Digital version included!)

✅ Task Cards (Black & White for Small Groups or One-on-One) – Ideal for quick discussions, small group activities, stations, or partner work.

❤️ Social Emotional Learning❤️

This "This or That" activity supports Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) by encouraging students to practice self-awareness, decision-making, and perspective-taking. By reflecting on their choices, students develop a deeper understanding of their personal values, preferences, and emotions, while also considering different viewpoints. Engaging in discussions helps build communication skills, empathy, and social awareness, as students listen to and respect diverse opinions. Whether used for self-reflection or group dialogue, this activity fosters critical thinking, self-expression, and meaningful connections, making it a valuable tool for SEL development in the classroom.

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Your purchase includes one copy to be used in a single classroom. If you are looking for multiple copies, please be sure to purchase additional licenses.

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This engaging Coloring pages features a collection of inspiring quotes promoting equality, justice, and freedom, beautifully paired with intricate designs for coloring. Perfect for classrooms, homeschool activities, or personal use, these pages encourage creativity while fostering discussions about human rights and global values. Ideal for Human Rights Day, Social Studies lessons, or year-round inspiration. Let students reflect, color, and connect with these powerful messages of hope and humanity.

WHAT YOU WILL RECEIVE

• 26 coloring pages
• (PDF + PNG)
• Large 8.5” x 11” designs that can easily be printed on regular sized paper
• High-resolution images
• Unlimited prints
• Great for kids, boys, girls, and teens

Having students research historical figures or famous people from pop culture? Use this blank organizer to help students as they complete their research! Perfect for any history or language classroom!

Great for extension activities, extra credit, or homework!

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Celebrate Welsh culture and heritage with this St. David's Day-themed, engaging and informative reading comprehension activity! This scavenger hunt is designed to help students practice skim reading, looking for context clues, and learn some useful vocabulary.

It’s perfect for EFL / ESL students at the B1/B2 level and can also be used for native English classes at grade levels 5 - 7. With low prep, just print and hang, it contains 10 reading passages about St. David's Day origin and traditions .

The scavenger hunt is designed so that students have to revisit and reread the reading passages multiple times when looking for code words. The answer to each question is located on a different reading passage card. Once students have answered all the questions, they unscramble the letters to reveal the final answer.

WHAT’S INCLUDED:

♥ 10 reading passages

♥ answer sheets

♥ mission page

♥ directions

♥ teacher answer key

♥ conclusion

Options for use:

☻Independent Work

☻Pair Work

☻Sub plan

☻Stations

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While The Great Gatsby provides an in-depth portrayal of American culture during the Roaring Twenties, its storyline mirrors one told many times before, potentially as old as the country itself: a man rises from destitution to wealth, only to find that his fortune does not afford him the privileges enjoyed by those born into their elite status.

The central character is Jay Gatsby, a wealthy New Yorker whose occupation is vague. Gatsby is primarily known for the lavish parties he throws each weekend at his opulent Gothic mansion in West Egg. He is thought to be linked to illegal bootlegging and several criminal activities. The storyteller, Nick Carraway, resides next to Gatsby in West Egg.

This lesson plan for The Great Gatsby is designed to last approximately 90 minutes. The student activities vary and are presented in a separate worksheet. In the end, the answer key for the assignments is given separately at the end of the lesson plan.

Guided Reading is a research-based instruction process whereby the teacher works with small grouping of students being equal in a particular reading achievement level. The teacher provides for each reader's development of effective reading competencies. However different than in the earlier days of reading groups, small and temporary groups are flexible and dynamic. The observance and evaluation of the progress of readers are done by teachers on a systematic basis. Thus, grouping and regrouping students is based on the strengths of students and the intense changing needs throughout their reading development.

In the 1960s in New Zealand, Guided Reading was developed. It was enhanced over the years after it arrived in the United States thanks to educators like Gay Su Pinnell and Lesley Fountas. In 1996, Fountas & Pinnell published their enormously influential book, Guided Reading: Good First Teaching for All Children (Heinemann). This book changed how reading was taught, and it is still taught today to over a million teachers worldwide. The aim of Guided Reading lessons is to develop effective readers.

A set of 13 books is bundled together with all 13 worksheets of the Guided Reading series for grades KG-12. There are lesson plans and different activities for every grade, with the answers in the end section of the worksheet.

Motivational Posters and Bookmarks | Urban Posters | Classroom Decor | African American Bookmarks

About This Bundle

★ African American Motivational Posters and Bookmarks

★ Includes 2 products

★ 110 pages

★ PDF | JPEG Zip Files

★ 22 Posters (in 4 variations)

★ 22 Bookmarks

★ Great for Middle and High School Classrooms

★ Excellent for ALL Subject Area Classrooms

This Bundle includes two products:

❤️ Motivational Posters

❤️ Motivational Bookmarks

This resource includes:

★ 22 Motivational Posters (in 4 variations and 2 sizes)

★ 22 Motivational Bookmarks (same as posters!)

About Each Product

❤️ Motivational Posters (in 4 variations and 2 sizes)

It’s rare to find resources featuring clipart images designed to appeal to mature audiences, especially high school students. This resource does just that!

This inspiring set of motivational posters showcases urban-style African American clipart, capturing students' attention while encouraging a positive mindset. Each poster features uplifting quotes alongside vibrant watercolor brown and colored chevron backgrounds, complemented by unique fonts for a visually striking effect. Perfect for enhancing classroom walls or bulletin boards, these posters create an engaging and motivational environment for students.

You can use these posters to decorate your classroom, creating a visually engaging space! They will not only capture your students’ attention but also leave a lasting impression on parents, administrators, and other visitors.

This resource includes 22 motivational posters available in four distinct sets and four different sizes.

The sets are formatted as follows:

▶ 22 posters with a brown chevron background, featuring quotes and images inside the chevron border.

▶ 22 posters with a brown chevron background, featuring images outside the chevron border.

▶ 22 posters with varied colored chevron backgrounds, featuring quotes and images inside the chevron border.

▶ 22 posters with varied colored chevron backgrounds, featuring images outside the chevron border.

These sets are available in the following sizes and formats:

▶️ 8.5 x 11 PDF

▶️ 8.5 x 11 JPEG

▶️ 11 x 14 PDF

▶️ 11 x 14 JPEG

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❤️ Motivational Bookmarks (same quotes and graphics in Posters)

These uplifting motivational bookmarks featuring urban-style African American clipart can be used in classrooms in several impactful ways:

▶ Promote Reading Engagement:

• Use the bookmarks as tools to motivate students to read more frequently and foster a love for reading.
• Distribute them during book checkout or reading assignments to create excitement around reading.

▶ Encourage Positive Thinking:

• Highlight the motivational messages on the bookmarks to inspire students to adopt a positive mindset in both academics and daily life.

▶ Classroom Incentives and Rewards:

• Offer bookmarks as rewards for meeting academic goals, such as completing a book, excelling in a test, or demonstrating good behavior.
• Include them in a prize box for students to choose from when earning classroom rewards.

▶ Enhance Library Displays:

• Place the bookmarks in the school library as a free resource for students to take, linking positive messages with the joy of reading.

▶ Celebrate Diversity:

• Use the urban-style African American clipart as a way to celebrate representation and diversity, helping students see themselves reflected in positive and uplifting materials.

▶ Boost Classroom Morale:

• Give bookmarks to students "just because," reminding them they are valued and appreciated.
• Incorporate them into activities like surprise desk drops or as part of a "Random Acts of Kindness" initiative.

▶ Incorporate into Literacy Activities:

• Pair bookmarks with specific books or themes in literacy lessons, encouraging discussions around the motivational messages they display.
• Use them as part of a book club to signify membership or participation.

▶ Creative Projects:

• Encourage students to create their own bookmarks inspired by the motivational messages as a creative classroom project.

You may:

• Print and cut each one out (as there are four bookmarks on each sheet)
• For long lasting use, photocopy onto card stock paper, or laminate them.
• For personal touch you can also hole-punch the tops and tie a ribbon through!

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Created by © Queen's Educational Resources | All Rights Reserved

Your purchase includes one copy to be used in a single classroom. If you are looking for multiple copies, please be sure to purchase additional licenses.

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Please feel free to email me if you have any questions!

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Romeo and Juliet is a play created by Shakespeare. It is a tragic romantic story where the two main characters, Romeo and Juliet, are supposed to be fierce opponents but ultimately fall in love. Due to the ongoing conflict between their families, they cannot be with each other, resulting in their decision to end their lives as they cannot bear the agony of being apart. Romeo and Juliet is a heartbreaking drama written by Shakespeare.

Unquestionably, the primary and most important theme of the play is love. The drama focuses on romantic love, especially the passionate longing that ignites immediately when Romeo and Juliet encounter each other for the first time. In Romeo and Juliet, love is a passionate, thrilling, prevailing force that transcends all other values, loyalties, and emotions.

This lesson plan focused on Shakespeare's famous tragedy is designed to last approximately 6 hours (of course, depending on your class size). Many tasks are organized in five worksheets. Their replies are also incorporated at the conclusion.

The tragedy of political aspirations

A courageous Scottish general called Macbeth is given a prediction by three witches that he will someday be King of Scotland. Driven by ambition and urged into action by his wife, Macbeth kills King Duncan and quickly transforms into a tyrannical leader. Core themes in Shakespeare's Macbeth encompass: the conflict of good and evil, the perils of ambition, the impact of supernatural elements, the disparity between appearance and truth, as well as loyalty and remorse. A prominent theme in Macbeth is ambition, evident in both Macbeth and Lady Macbeth. They are lured by the notion that Macbeth will ascend to the throne – Macbeth is uncertain about his choices, but his wife is relentless in pursuing her desires – she considers her husband a coward and seems willing to go to any lengths.

Ambition drives one to wickedness - it empowers Macbeth, increasing his resolve, yet ultimately leads to his wife's madness.

Ambition ultimately destroys Macbeth as well, as he turns into a tyrant and consequently alienates his friends.

This lesson plan, which lasts nearly 6 hours (depending on your class size, of course), provides a comprehensive analysis of William Shakespeare's renowned play. It comprises spoken and written tasks, arranged into four worksheets. The responses are also incorporated.

The tragedy of political aspirations

A courageous Scottish general called Macbeth is given a prediction by three witches that he will someday be King of Scotland. Driven by ambition and urged into action by his wife, Macbeth kills King Duncan and quickly transforms into a tyrannical leader. Core themes in Shakespeare's Macbeth encompass: the conflict of good and evil, the perils of ambition, the impact of supernatural elements, the disparity between appearance and truth, as well as loyalty and remorse. A prominent theme in Macbeth is ambition, evident in both Macbeth and Lady Macbeth. They are lured by the notion that Macbeth will ascend to the throne – Macbeth is uncertain about his choices, but his wife is relentless in pursuing her desires – she considers her husband a coward and seems willing to go to any lengths.

Ambition drives one to wickedness - it empowers Macbeth, increasing his resolve, yet ultimately leads to his wife's madness.

Ambition ultimately destroys Macbeth as well, as he turns into a tyrant and consequently alienates his friends.

This lesson plan, which lasts nearly 6 hours (depending on your class size, of course), provides a comprehensive analysis of William Shakespeare's renowned play. It comprises spoken and written tasks, arranged into four worksheets. The responses are also incorporated.