Romeo & Juliet Lesson 17: Romeo's Diary - Lesson Plan

In this lesson plan for studying Shakespeare's "Romeo and Juliet," the learning objective is to explore the significance of Act 3, Scene 1 within the broader narrative of the play. To achieve this, students will engage in a variety of activities, including discussion, reading, and a specific task titled 'Good Times Bad Times'. The lesson is designed to assess students' progress in understanding the pivotal events of the scene and their impact on the play's development.

The lesson begins with a 'Who Said What?' task that serves as a starter activity, stimulating students' recall and comprehension of the dialogue. The main teaching segment includes a 'Changing Times' task, where students delve into the transformations in character dynamics and plot progression. This is followed by the 'Good Times Bad Times' graph, which visually represents the fluctuations in the fortunes of the characters, particularly focusing on Romeo's experiences. Students are then prompted to consider how Romeo has been affected by the events of Act 3, Scene 1. For those who finish early, an extension activity invites them to write a diary entry from Romeo's perspective, reflecting on the scene's events. The lesson concludes with a plenary consisting of feedback and a group discussion, allowing students to consolidate their learning. Differentiation opportunities are provided throughout the lesson to accommodate varying levels of ability and learning styles, ensuring all students can engage meaningfully with the material.