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, featuring a short biography and a visual timeline of key events.

Written in clear, accessible language, this resource helps learners understand who Shakespeare was, what he wrote, and why he remains one of the most influential figures in English literature. The biography covers major milestones and themes, while the timeline gives students a quick-reference view of his life — from his birth in Stratford-upon-Avon to the opening of the Globe Theatre and beyond.

It’s perfect as a foundation for any Shakespeare unit, whether you’re studying his plays, exploring cultural history, or building confidence with reading fluency and topic-based vocabulary.

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 lessons or project work
• Reading fluency tasks with historical content
• Thematic lessons 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.