Fans of musical theater may know the title tune of Into the Woods well, but do they know what the show is all about? A study guide provides information about the classic musical, including details about the characters and a summary of the plot. Thematic discussion questions and writing activities introduce key aspects of play, and a learning plan gives suggestions for implementing the lesson components in the classroom.

Concepts

musical theater, fairy tales, elements of drama

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Additional Tags

english language arts

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Instructional Ideas

• Read the original fairy tales that feature the characters highlighted in the play
• Turn the wishes writing prompt into a visual essay or poster

Classroom Considerations

• Complete learning plan designed for grades 7-12

Pros

• Suggests a variety of activities to support different learning styles
• Aligns with Sunshine State Standards for English and the arts

Cons

• Missing time frames to accompany suggested activities

Common Core

RL.9-10.7 RL.11-12.7 W.9-10.3.a W.11-12.3.a