Macbeth

Three witches offer Macbeth a prophecy that awakens his ambition, but becoming king draws him and Lady Macbeth into an increasingly frightening world of guilt and suspicion. This children's retelling captures the tension of Shakespeare's tragedy without requiring readers to tackle the original text. A dramatic choice for those drawn to eerie atmosphere, difficult decisions and stories in which actions have lasting consequences.

Age suitability and learning: Primary (6-8), Older children (9-12). The adapted prose offers primary and older children a manageable introduction to Shakespeare, with adult discussion useful for the darker events and historical attitudes. Following the plot supports comprehension and inference, while comparing characters' motives develops discussion of choices, consequences and different viewpoints.

Available at QT Toys in Battersea.