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Calling all students

The BBC is looking for UK schools students to create a 60 second interpretation of Shakespeare.

I don’t know about you but I could never get to grips with Shakespeare at school and found it very difficult to be enthusiastic, so the idea of being able to watch individual interpretations is great.

The BBC says that you can interpret an act, a scene, or a theme or even a complete play (which would be a huge challenge) but it can’t be longer than 60 seconds.

For more information on the challenge and tips on how to produce a great film visit the BBC website .

It’s will be amazing to see what can be done in 60 seconds.

Add comment March 25th, 2008

Back-to-school tips

If you’ve got school-age children, then you’ll know that getting them out of the front door each morning is easier said than done. Every morning can be a real drama what with getting them washed and dressed, fed and teeth-brushed, and ready with packed lunch and other acoutrements ranging from sports equipment to homework or something to show and tell the class. With the new term looming, you may find these tips on the M&S website aimed at reducing the school-day stress helpful. There’s ten tips in all, but if I can successfully get just one or two adopted in my house then I’ll be pleased. See what you think - and please do add some tips of your own if you have any below.

Add comment August 21st, 2007