Romeo and Juliet for Young Readers
A chapter book retelling of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, perfect for kids ages 7-10!
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A chapter book retelling of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, perfect for kids ages 7-10!
Discover the timeless love story of Romeo and Juliet, beautifully rewritten for young readers. This engaging chapter book follows Romeo Montague and Juliet Capulet as they fall in love, even though their families are sworn enemies. With exciting action, dramatic scenes, and a clear, easy-to-follow storyline, this adaptation brings Shakespeare’s most famous play to life for kids ages 7–10.
The book features memorable lines from the original play—italicized and gently woven into the text—so readers can enjoy the beauty of Shakespeare’s words in a way that’s understandable and age-appropriate. Along the way, readers will explore important themes like love, friendship, family, and forgiveness. Challenging vocabulary is explained through context, and the story is crafted to keep young readers turning the pages.
The perfect introduction to Shakespeare:
- Retells Shakespeare’s famous play with easy-to-read text for kids
- Sprinkles in the most famous lines from the play in their original form so kids can appreciate Shakespeare’s masterful writing without feeling overwhelmed
- Original lines are italicized to distinguish them from the rest of the text
- Begins with a “who’s who” cast of characters to help kids follow the story
- Includes a glossary of advanced terms
- Includes discussion questions that focus on general understanding, character exploration, themes and messages, and alternative outcomes
- Each bite-sized chapter is around 300-500 words
- Closes with a biography about William Shakespeare
Whether you're a teacher, parent, or curious reader, this Shakespeare for kids book is a great introduction to one of the Bard’s greatest works!
Contents include:
- Introduction
- The Cast
- Chapter 1: The Feuding Families
- Chapter 2: A Secret Party
- Chapter 3: The Balcony Promise
- Chapter 4: A Secret Wedding
- Chapter 5: The Fight in the Streets
- Chapter 6: A Desperate Plan
- Chapter 7: A Chance of Hope
- Chapter 8: The Misunderstanding
- Chapter 9: The Tragic End
- Helpful Vocabulary
- Discussion Questions
- Meet William Shakespeare
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