Julius Caesar Play Text & Portfolio Book
An accessible, engaging edition for both students and teachers written specifically to meet the outcomes of the Junior Cycle English specification. Features inlude:
Free ebook version of the book.
Fully annotated play text. Simple modern English translation is provided for unfamiliar terms, while brief in-line margin notes and commentary explain more complex plot points and historical references.
All scenes are introduced with clear learning intentions, a summary of the action and bank of useful terms.
A wealth of creative activities, both at the end of scenes and in the accompanying portfolio book, assists students in engaging with the world of the play and allows teachers to quickly and easily assess their progress.
In-depth analysis and examination information prepare students for their written paper with clear guidance on approaching drama questions, informed by the most recent exams.
This beautifully illustrated edition helps students to achieve many of the learning outcomes for Junior Cycle English through the study of a prescribed play.
The included Portfolio book helps students to:
– Complete tasks to further their understanding of and engagement with the play, such as:
Creating news articles and social media posts
Writing letters and diary entries
Keeping a Director’s Notebook
Producing cartoons, caricatures and drawings
Engaging with step-by-step activities that assist in getting to grips with important quotes, key moments and images
– Keep a record of plot, characters and themes that will work as their own personal revision guide at exam time
– Reflect on what they have learned.