About This Book
This engaging chapter book by Michael Rosen offers an accessible and humorous introduction to William Shakespeare for children aged 4-11. Rosen, a celebrated poet, explores Shakespeare's life, the vibrant world of Elizabethan London, and provides simplified retellings and insights into four key plays: A Midsummer Night's Dream, Macbeth, King Lear, and The Tempest. It aims to demystify Shakespeare, making his genius relatable and sparking curiosity in young readers about classic literature and theater history. Parents will appreciate its blend of educational content with an entertaining, conversational tone.
More than four hundred years after William Shakespeare s death, his name is known in every corner of the world. Why? Celebrated poet, critic, and Shakespeare enthusiast Michael Rosen answers that question with humor, knowledge, and appreciation, offering a whirlwind tour of Shakespeare s life, his London, and four of his plays: A Midsummer Night s Dream, Macbeth, King Lear, and The Tempest.
Discussion Prompts
1
What did you find most surprising about Shakespeare's life or the time he lived in?
2
Which of Shakespeare's plays mentioned in the book sounds most interesting to you and why?
3
Michael Rosen asks, "What's so special about Shakespeare?" How would you answer that question after reading this book?
4
How do you think stories from long ago, like Shakespeare's plays, can still be important to us today?
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