Shakespeare Introduction - Year 8

All the world's a stage,
And all the men and women merely
players:
They have their exits and their entrances;
And one man in his time plays many parts.

from William Shakespeare's As You Like It, Act 2, Scene 7

Here's where to find out the basic facts about the life of one of the English speaking world's most famous people:

Britannica Online This will connect from any school computer. For a more detailed article go here.

BBC History A short biography and links to fun facts, a quiz and a 360 degree view of Shakespeare's birthplace.

Shakespeare's Life and Times For a more extensive treatment.

It seems like almost anything anyone has ever said was said by Shakespeare first. You don't believe it? Look at this list at Rhyme Zone.

If you think Shakespearean plays are too long then try 60 Second Shakespeare . Here you can read a dramatic newspaper article summary of a play, or watch a one minute movie version made by students.

Need a good insult for that special occasion? Try the Shakespeare Insult-O-Matic.