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Shakespeare Side by Sides

Modern translations next to the original texts makes understanding Shakespeare's plays simple.

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Parallel text makes understanding Shakespeare's plays simple.

Help students get the most out of Shakespeare.

Now you can introduce Shakespeare to students of all ability levels—and help even reluctant readers learn to love his wit and dramatic expertise.

Prestwick House Side by Side editions of Shakespeare classics present the original text and a modern English translation next to each other, encouraging your students to better understand each play without feeling overwhelmed by the Bard's sometimes daunting language.

The parallel text approach makes it easier to perform a deeper analysis of the symbolism, figurative language, themes, and other literary elements Shakespeare masterfully incorporates into his plays.

Side by Sides: Shakespeare Parallel Texts Teaching Packages include:

  • 30 Student Side by Side texts with Shakespeare's original text and a modern version, as well as guided reading questions
  • Reproducible Literature Teaching Unit, which includes a chapter-by-chapter study guide, objectives, a test, and more
  • Reproducible Response Journal, which includes open-ended response questions that relate the play to your students' lives
  • Reproducible Activity Pack, which is loaded with worksheets, graphic organizers, and activities for the play
  • Answer Key for questions in the student edition
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Romeo and Juliet - Side by Side

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Midsummer Night's Dream, A - Side by Side

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Hamlet - Side by Side

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Julius Caesar - Side by Side

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All Side by Side Editions

“As an English teacher, it is a major benefit to be able to provide my students with quality texts at very affordable prices. The ability for my students to own the copies of literature they read and discuss in class greatly raises the level of overall interest.”

G. Mishuck, ELA Teacher


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