Starting Hamlet can feel overwhelming. Many teachers struggle with how to introduce the play in a way that excites students instead of intimidating them. The result? Confusion, disinterest, and students who tune out before the first soliloquy.

This Intro to Hamlet unit changes that. Through fun, thought-provoking activities, students connect Shakespeare’s themes and essential questions to their own lives and today’s world — before they even read a single line.

✅ What’s Included

• 4–6 engaging intro lessons and activities (no prep required)

• Editable Google Docs + PDF versions for maximum flexibility

• Group discussion prompts that spark curiosity

• Creative activities linking Hamlet’s themes to modern teen life

• Teacher notes and answer keys for smooth implementation

⭐ Why You’ll Love It

• No more awkward starts → students are hooked before Act 1 Scene 1

• Time-saving → everything is ready-to-use and classroom-tested

• Relevance built in → activities highlight connections to modern issues teens care about

• Engagement guaranteed → discussion, collaboration, and creativity replace blank stares

• Confidence for teachers → a clear roadmap for launching your Hamlet unit

👩‍🏫 Benefits for Teachers

• Solve the hardest part: introducing Shakespeare in a meaningful way

• Save hours of planning with ready-to-go activities

• Build buy-in from the very start of the unit

👩‍🎓 Benefits for Students

• Discover how Hamlet speaks to timeless issues of identity, revenge, and morality

• Connect Shakespeare’s themes to their own lives and today’s world

• Enter the play curious, engaged, and ready to dig deeper

👉 Set the stage for success. With this Intro to Hamlet unit, you’ll transform the challenge of starting Shakespeare into an opportunity for excitement, relevance, and deep learning.