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An Introduction to Beowulf: Language and Poetics
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| Grades | 11 – 12 |
| Lesson Plan Type | Standard Lesson |
| Estimated Time | Two 50-minute sessions |
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Giovanna H. Pennick
February 24, 2013
This is a valuable resource for introducing "Beowulf" in an engaging way. Thank you!
Michelle Valencia
February 07, 2012
It was just great to find out everything presented here. The resources are very complete and accurate. Thanks so much for sharing this information. I was having a very hard time.
Kate
September 13, 2011
Thank you so much for this lesson! It has really helped explain the basics of Old English and the students love listening to the Old English audio reading. A perfect introduction to Beowulf.
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