Romeo & Juliet Lesson 13: Mercutio - Lesson Plan

This lesson plan is tailored for an English Drama class focusing on Shakespeare study, specifically targeting Lesson 20 on "Romeo and Juliet". The learning objective is to enhance students' knowledge and understanding of the character Friar Lawrence, as well as to examine Shakespeare's method of advancing the plot through the use of the wedding scene. To achieve this, the lesson employs a character study and comprehension task, which also serves as a means of assessing students' progress.

The expected outcomes of the lesson are structured into three levels: 'Must', where students should convey basic knowledge of the character and plot in Act 2; 'Should', where they are expected to demonstrate a sound understanding; and 'Could', which aims for a detailed comprehension. To cater to different learning needs, the lesson plan offers various differentiation opportunities, including the ability to edit the PowerPoint presentation, personalise tasks, and balance teacher guidance with independent learning. The lesson begins with a 10-minute starter activity discussing Act 2, Scene 6, followed by a 40-minute main teaching activity exploring themes, learning more about Friar Lawrence, and completing a specific task on 'Friar Lawrence and the Wedding'. An extension activity challenges students to explain Shakespeare's use of verse or prose. The lesson concludes with a 10-minute plenary to feedback and discuss responses.