Lesson Plan Overview
Another great way to engage your students by creating a storyboard that uses Shakespearean vocabulary. Many students struggle with the meaning of commonly used Shakespearean terms; getting them to use them in context before reading is an excellent way to cultivate the comprehension of vocabulary. In the example below, students were asked to create storyboards that use familiar Shakespearean terms.
In a Shakespearean vocabulary board, students can use the words in a sentence they create, or they can pick a phrase from the play. In the example storyboard, the student has chosen to create their sentences for their words:
- Marry - Indeed:
"Then they asked me if that was the word of the Prince, and I replied, 'It was marry!'"
- Pray - To hope:
I pray the nurse comes quickly with good news!
- Sauce - Sassy:
The saucy porter wouldn't let me in without a password.
- Thou - You (used for one person who is the subject of a sentence:
If thou hast a cold come see me... the friendly apothecary!
Template and Class Instructions
(These instructions are completely customizable. After clicking "Copy Activity", update the instructions on the Edit Tab of the assignment.)
Student Instructions
Demonstrate your understanding of Shakespearean vocabulary by creating visualizations.
- Choose six words (or phrases) from the play and type them in the title boxes.
- Find the definition in a print or online dictionary and type the meaning in the description boxes.
- Illustrate the meaning of the word in the cell using a combination of scenes, characters, and items.
- Add a sentence from the play, or come up with your own sentence that uses the vocabulary word.
Lesson Plan Reference
Student Rubric
(You can also create your own on Quick Rubric.)
| Proficient | Emerging | Beginning | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meaning | Word meanings are clear and correct. | Word meanings are mostly correct, but some are unclear or incorrect. | Most word meanings are unclear or incorrect. |
| Sentence | Vocabulary words are used correctly in the example sentences in both meaning and context. | Most words are used correctly, but some of the vocabulary words are used awkwardly or in the wrong context. | Most vocabulary words are not used correctly in the example sentences. |
| Comic Visualization | Storyboard cell clearly illustrates the meaning of the vocabulary word. | The storyboard cell relates to the meaning of the vocabulary word, but is difficult to understand. | The storyboard cell does not clearly relate to the meaning of the vocabulary word. |
Lesson Plan Overview
Another great way to engage your students by creating a storyboard that uses Shakespearean vocabulary. Many students struggle with the meaning of commonly used Shakespearean terms; getting them to use them in context before reading is an excellent way to cultivate the comprehension of vocabulary. In the example below, students were asked to create storyboards that use familiar Shakespearean terms.
In a Shakespearean vocabulary board, students can use the words in a sentence they create, or they can pick a phrase from the play. In the example storyboard, the student has chosen to create their sentences for their words:
- Marry - Indeed:
"Then they asked me if that was the word of the Prince, and I replied, 'It was marry!'"
- Pray - To hope:
I pray the nurse comes quickly with good news!
- Sauce - Sassy:
The saucy porter wouldn't let me in without a password.
- Thou - You (used for one person who is the subject of a sentence:
If thou hast a cold come see me... the friendly apothecary!
Template and Class Instructions
(These instructions are completely customizable. After clicking "Copy Activity", update the instructions on the Edit Tab of the assignment.)
Student Instructions
Demonstrate your understanding of Shakespearean vocabulary by creating visualizations.
- Choose six words (or phrases) from the play and type them in the title boxes.
- Find the definition in a print or online dictionary and type the meaning in the description boxes.
- Illustrate the meaning of the word in the cell using a combination of scenes, characters, and items.
- Add a sentence from the play, or come up with your own sentence that uses the vocabulary word.
Lesson Plan Reference
Student Rubric
(You can also create your own on Quick Rubric.)
| Proficient | Emerging | Beginning | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meaning | Word meanings are clear and correct. | Word meanings are mostly correct, but some are unclear or incorrect. | Most word meanings are unclear or incorrect. |
| Sentence | Vocabulary words are used correctly in the example sentences in both meaning and context. | Most words are used correctly, but some of the vocabulary words are used awkwardly or in the wrong context. | Most vocabulary words are not used correctly in the example sentences. |
| Comic Visualization | Storyboard cell clearly illustrates the meaning of the vocabulary word. | The storyboard cell relates to the meaning of the vocabulary word, but is difficult to understand. | The storyboard cell does not clearly relate to the meaning of the vocabulary word. |
How To Analyze Foil Characters Using a Character Map
Introduce the Concepts
Teachers can begin by explaining the concept of foil characters and character maps. They can also introduce the significance of both concepts and how they can be used to gain a deeper understanding of fictional characters in literature.
Divide Into Groups
Divide the class into groups and ask them to pick a pair of foil characters to represent from the selected text. These characters ought to be distinctly different from one another in a way that adds to the story's themes, conflicts, or takeaways.
Examine Each Foil Character Separately
Analyze each foil character separately to start. Focus on the characteristics, drives, connections, and momentous occasions that shaped each character's personality and behavior as you fill in their parts on the character map.
Find Differences and Similarities
After you've finished analyzing each character individually, list the precise differences and similarities between the two characters. Talk about how these distinctions bring out important facets of each character and how they impact the themes or conflicts of the novel. These differences and similarities will be visible throughout the character map.
Summarize and Discuss
Synthesize the results from the character map to conclude the analysis. In light of the story's wider themes, messages, and character relationships, discuss the significance of the foil character duo.
Frequently Asked Questions About Character Map for The Tragedy of Hamlet
Which "Hamlet" Characters Suit Foil Analysis Using a Character Map?
Hamlet and Laertes, Hamlet and Fortinbras, and Hamlet and Claudius are some good examples of foil character pairs for character map analysis in "Hamlet." The investigation of concepts like vengeance, power, and morality is made richer by these pairs' dissimilar traits and motivations.
What Other Elements of "Hamlet" Can You Examine Using a Character Map?
A character map for "Hamlet" can be used to examine character changes, motivations, relationships (such as Hamlet's interactions with Ophelia and Gertrude), and the influence of the cultural setting on character behavior in addition to contrasts between foil characters.
What Connection Exists Between the Themes of "Hamlet" and Character Map Analysis?
Themes from "Hamlet," such as the intricacy of human nature, retribution, betrayal, and the effects of inaction, are intimately related to character map analysis. Students can better comprehend how these ideas are developed and expressed throughout the play by analyzing the traits and behaviors of the characters.
More Storyboard That Activities
Tragedy of Hamlet, Prince of Denmark, The
Testimonials
“By using the product, they were so excited and they learned so much...”–K-5 Librarian and Instructinal Technology Teacher
“I'm doing a Napoleon timeline and I'm having [students] determine whether or not Napoleon was a good guy or a bad guy or somewhere in between.”–History and Special Ed Teacher
“Students get to be creative with Storyboard That and there's so many visuals for them to pick from... It makes it really accessible for all students in the class.”–Third Grade Teacher
© 2026 - Clever Prototypes, LLC - All rights reserved.
StoryboardThat is a trademark of Clever Prototypes, LLC, and Registered in U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
