Meet Shakespeare | EFL Biography Text and Timeline

Introduce your students to the life, work, and legacy of William Shakespeare with this printable EFL reading resource.

This engaging resource includes a short, accessible biography and a clear visual timeline to help learners understand who Shakespeare was, what he wrote, and why his influence endures.

The biography highlights key events, themes, and achievements, while the timeline gives learners a quick-reference view of his life, from Stratford-upon-Avon to the Globe Theatre. Perfect for building topic-specific vocabulary, improving reading fluency, and setting the stage for deeper exploration of his plays or historical context.

This resource is also part of our Shakespeare | EFL Resource Pack, which is available to download here.

Perfect For:

• TEFL, ESOL, and EAL teachers introducing Shakespeare
• Cultural awareness and literature-themed lessons
• Reading fluency tasks using historical content
• Thematic projects on theatre, poetry, or storytelling

Please Note: Once you have completed your purchase, you will receive a PDF to download and print. This is a digital download – no physical product will be shipped.