Shakespeare Resources
Explore our collection of Shakespeare resources for Primary pupils.
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School Radio – Shakespeare Retold
Ten plays are re-imagined by leading children’s writers and read by famous voices. Writers include Frank Cottrell Boyce, Pamela Butchart and Jamila Gavin; readers include Simon Callow, Shirley Henderson and Julian Rhind-Tutt. Suitable for teaching pupils aged 9-11.
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CBeebies – A Midsummer Night’s Dream
A collection of videos, audio and interactive activities introducing Shakespeare's classic play to children aged 6 and under.
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i.am.Will.Shakespeare
Ricky and Leah Boleto present five short films exploring Shakespeare's life, theatre, and plays. Suitable for teaching pupils aged 5-11. This link takes you to the BBC Teach external YouTube page.
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Shakespeare in Shorts
An animated collection of William Shakespeare’s plays condensed and set to modern music. Suitable for teaching pupils aged 7-14. This link takes you to the BBC Teach external YouTube page.
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CBBC - Shakespeare
Go Totally Shakespeare with CBBC's quizzes and funny films for children aged 7-12.
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School Radio - The Tempest
Explore Shakespeare’s classic play through music with this collection of animated films from School Radio. Suitable for teaching pupils aged 9-11.
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School Radio - Macbeth
Discover Macbeth through music with this collection of films from School Radio. Suitable for teaching pupils aged 9-11.
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Horrible Histories presents Sensational Shakespeare
A historical sketch show looking at the life and times of William Shakespeare; from his humble beginnings to his great success. For ages 7-12.
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Which Shakespeare character are you?
Your class can find out which Shakespeare character they are most like with this interactive quiz for pupils aged 7-11.
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Primary Shakespeare Playlist
Explore our comprehensive primary Shakespeare playlist on the BBC Teach YouTube channel. Suitable for teaching pupils aged 5-11. The links takes you to the external BBC Teach YouTube page.
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Michael Rosen's seven Shakespeare facts you might not know
Michael Rosen and Newsround have some interesting facts about Shakespeare to share with your class. For ages 7-12.
