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Teach teachers to do a unit of study in drama through a human development lens.

Stage It equips teachers with practical, whole classroom engagement strategies for introducing Shakespeare to students ages 9–12.

Recommended for courses in:

  • Curriculum & Instruction

  • Language Arts/English Methods (Elementary or Middle Grades)

  • Drama in Education

  • Integrated Curriculum/Creative Arts

  • Teaching Literature to Children/Youth

Key Features and Why Include This Book?

  • Analysis of why drama is a developmental imperative for children ages 9-12

  • Step-by-step guidance to use drama as a pedagogy regardless of experience in the art form

  • Adaptable performance activities and abridged scripts rich in vocabulary

  • A focus on making Shakespeare accessible, inclusive, and fun

  • Classroom-ready lesson plans aligned with literacy outcomes that have been shown to engage every student in the classroom

Course Learning Objectives Supported:

  • Demonstrate strategies for engaging students in reading complex texts

  • Integrate creative arts into core literacy instruction

  • Plan differentiated instruction for diverse learners

  • Build confidence in delivering culturally responsive literature lessons

Extras Available to Instructors:

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  • Virtual guest author Q&A for your class

  • Companion Support Materials available for download

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