Twelfth Night

After a shipwreck, Viola disguises herself and enters a world where love letters, mistaken identities and ambitious schemes create increasing confusion. Shakespeare's comedy offers laughter alongside longing and uncertainty about who people really are. This children's adaptation makes the intertwining plot approachable, inviting readers to follow clues, compare perspectives and enjoy the moment when hidden truths begin to emerge.

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.