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Announcing our newest Folger Editions — Folger Digital Texts!

 

It's the Folger Edition text of the play you've always depended on, now in digital format. Search for your favorite line or scene, read whole plays for free, and download the code to create your own apps and programs!

 

Part of the Folger Shakespeare Library editions of Shakespeare published by Simon & Schuster.

Read Now: Folger Digital Texts




Welcome to Students & Families
Shakespeare for Kids

Listen to Elizabethan music, perform a play, or get to know Shakespeare's characters in our interactive site just for kids.

 

Shakespeare in American Life

Play games, enjoy coloring and activities, as you explore the role a British playwright from 400 years ago has played in America.

 

Shakespeare's Birthday

Celebrate Shakespeare's Birthday with music, games, grafts, jugglers, and performers, and free cake with the Queen for all!

 

Study Guides

Each guide includes a plot synopsis, interactive activities, and discussion questions.

 

Discover Shakespeare

Explore the Folger's world-class collection and learn more about Shakespeare.

 

Programs for Teachers and Students

Learn about workshops, matinees, seminars, and special outreach opportunities.

 

Ask a Librarian

Have a question about Shakespeare and his times? Ask a Folger expert.

Shake Up Your Saturday!

Fun at the Folger!

Every 1st Saturday

10am-11am  

 

Explore the world Shakespeare lived and wrote in with Folger teaching artists and staff. See what Elizabethan England was like, speak Shakespeare's words, and use your imagination to bring them to life!

 

FREE - Registration Required

Recommended ages: 6-12

Call 202-675-0395 or email educate@folger.edu


Learn More

Calendar

May 25, 2013

Shakespeare in Action


June 1, 2013

Shake Up Your Saturdays! Fun at the Folger


June 8, 2013

Pre-Show Talk and Book Party with Ken Ludwig


July 6, 2013

Shake Up Your Saturdays! Fun at the Folger




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