To demonstrate their understanding of characterization in The Winter's Tale, groups create a Facebook profile for one of the characters in Shakespeare's play.

Concepts

dramatic plays, william shakespeare, characterization

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Additional Tags

english language arts

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Instructional Ideas

• If Facebook access is not available, create a model template for groups to use to record the profile for their character

Classroom Considerations

• The fifth in a series of 10 activities designed to accompany a reading of The Winter's Tale

Pros

• The resource includes a rationale for the activity and step-by-step directions

Cons

• The activity presumes kids are familiar with Facebook profiles, posts, walls, etc.