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Shakespeare's Tales Retold for Children: A Midsummer Night's Dream, Twelfth Night, Macbeth, Romeo and Juliet

Shakespeare's Tales Retold for Children: A Midsummer Night's Dream, Twelfth Night, Macbeth, Romeo and Juliet

Published in
2023
5.00
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Description

Samantha Newman brings Shakespeare's beloved plays to life for young readers in this beautifully illustrated box set. The collection includes simplified and engaging retellings of classic tales such as A Midsummer Night's Dream, Twelfth Night, Macbeth, Romeo and Juliet, Comedy of Errors, Much Ado About Nothing, Othello, The Tempest, and many more. Newman's cleverly reworked text retains many of Shakespeare's own inimitable turns of phrase, while simplifying and clarifying the language and plots to make the stories accessible and enjoyable for children aged 7+.
Age
7-11
Text complexity
proficient
Length
256 pages

Why to read

  • Introduces children to classical literature in a digestible format
  • Fosters imagination and creativity through timeless stories
  • Helps develop empathy and understanding through diverse characters and emotions
  • Encourages interest in theatre and ancient cultures