Although 'Romeo and Juliet' is one of the best loved of Shakespeare's plays, its story was a popular one long before this play was written, having been told before in Italian, French, and English. It is thought to be one of Shakespeare's earliest plays and was written while he was still almost a poet more than a playwright. Teachers who use this unit guide will find the following features to supplement their own valuable ideas: sample lesson plans, pre-reading activities, a biographical sketch and picture of the author, a book summary, vocabulary lists and suggested vocabulary activities. The chapters are grouped for study with each section including: quizzes, hands-on projects, cooperative learning activities, curriculum connections, and extentions into the reader's own life. Also included are post-reading activities, research ideas, a culminating activity, unit test options, a bibliography of related reading, and an answer key. Perforated, reproducible pages. Unit guide only; 'Romeo and Juliet' can be purchased through CBD (stock #871773) or borrowed from your local library.