Learning Resource Type

Classroom Resource

Parent-Child Relationships in Shakespeare's Works

Subject Area

English Language Arts

Grade(s)

12

Overview

This series of videos from Shakespeare Uncovered explores parent-child relationships in Henry IV and The Tempest. The videos explore the relationship between King Henry IV and his son Hal, highlighting how the King is at first disappointed with Hal and how their relationship evolves and strengthens. The segments from The Tempest highlight Miranda's "moment of disobedience," Prospero’s efforts to protect her, and how the parent-child dynamic changes when the lead role is played by a woman.

Be sure to read the Discussion Questions, along with the other materials under the Support Materials for Use with Students section to fully teach the standard.

    English Language Arts (2021) Grade(s): 12

    ELA21.12.1

    Read, analyze, and evaluate complex literary and historical texts written from particular points of view or cultural experiences, with an emphasis on works of literature from the British Isles.

    Unpacked Content

    UP:ELA21.12.1

    Vocabulary

    • Analyze
    • Evaluate
    • Complex literary text
    • Complex historical texts
    • Points of view
    • Cultural perspectives
    • British Isles literature

    Knowledge

    Students know:
    • Necessary skills to read, analyze, and evaluate complex literary and historical texts.
    • Strategies to identify and describe various points of view and cultural perspectives.

    Skills

    Students are able to:
    • Read complex texts.
    • Analyze elements within complex texts.
    • Evaluate text based on specific criteria provided by the teacher.

    Understanding

    Students understand that:
    • Texts written from various cultural perspectives and viewpoints can provide them with valuable information about the thoughts, opinions, and experiences of others in the present and in the past.
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    CR Resource Type

    Audio/Video

    Resource Provider

    PBS
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