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Which subject	English
What topic	Macbeth
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 1
Class size	20
What curriculum
Include full script
Check previous homework
Ask some students to presents their homework
Add a physical break
Add group activities
Include homework
Show correct answers
Prepare slide templates
Number of slides	5
Create fill-in cards for students
Create creative backup tasks for unexpected moments

Lesson plan

Topic

Macbeth

Objectives

• To introduce students to the main themes and characters in Shakespeare's Macbeth.
• To enhance students' understanding of narrative structure through a simplified version of the play.
• To foster creativity by encouraging imaginative responses to the text.

Materials

• Simplified version of Macbeth (adapted for Year 1 students)
• Storyboard templates for creative response
• Whiteboard and markers
• Audio recording of key scenes (if available)
• Worksheets with key vocabulary and character descriptions

Grade/Age Group

Year 1

Subject

English

Class Size

20 students

Length of Lesson

30 minutes

National Curriculum Alignment

The lesson aligns with the English National Curriculum focusing on reading, writing, drama, and comprehension.

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length	Details
1	Introduction to Macbeth	5 mins	Briefly introduce the character of Macbeth and the historical context. Discuss the themes of ambition and fate.
2	Read Aloud	10 mins	Read a simplified version of the first act of Macbeth. Use voice modulation and gestures to engage students.
3	Discussion	5 mins	Hold a class discussion on the main characters and what students think about Macbeth's choices.
4	Creative Activity	7 mins	Distribute storyboard templates. Ask students to illustrate their favourite scene or character from the story.
5	Conclusion	3 mins	Recap key points from the lesson. Highlight vocabulary learned. Provide homework instructions.

Homework

• Complete a worksheet with key vocabulary from the lesson.
• Draw a picture of their favorite character from Macbeth in their homework book.

Checking Homework

• Collect the homework sheets at the start of the next lesson without requiring students to present them in front of the class.

Additional Notes

• Ensure that all materials are adapted to be age-appropriate and engaging for Year 1 students.
• Use supportive language to encourage participation and creativity throughout the lesson.

Lesson script