What's So Special About Shakespeare?

A revelation of just how good a teacher and critic Rosen is. Will serve as a model for those teaching Shakespeare at Key Stages 2 and 3. ~The Times Educational Supplement

A terrific idea, winningly executed by poet and wit Michael Rosen. Taking four of the bard’s plays ... he presents a lively canter through Shakespeare’s life and times, and in the lightest possible manner offers a persuasive argument for why Shakespeare still matters. Better than that, why he is a pleasure, not a chore ~The Glasgow Herald

A lively and accessible book. ~My Child

Stands out because it encourage children to wonder and questions why Shakespeare is still acted, read and quotes and why his work still shapes our language and literature today ~Books for Keeps, 10 best books to introduce children to William Shakespeare

An engaging, easy-to-use and informative biography of Shakespeare with humorous illustrations. ~The Bookseller

Find out what makes Shakespeare so special in this brilliant introduction to his work and world by the esteemed Michael Rosen. ~Angels & Urchins

This is a wonderful introduction to our most famous playwright. […] Inspiring. ~South Wales Evening Post

This smart series for young readers poses a good question, and in the hands of all-round literature-lover, Michael Rosen, the answer is both educational and entertaining. […] a rousing round-up of the Bard’s continuing significance. Nicely packaged with hilarious illustrations ~IBW Children's Book Guide, The Bookseller