Author: Based on the Novels by Philip Pullman

Adapted by: Nicholas Wright

Activities and Teaching Resources by Paul Bunyan & Ruth Moore

Publisher: Heinemann Plays 2005

Format: Hardback

Pages: 317

Suitable: Secondary English / Drama

Description:

Heinemann Plays is a well-established series offering the best of contemporary drama and a wide range of established classics, in value-for-money hardback versions. The series has been specially developed to support classroom teaching and performance. Within the series there are plays for the full 11-17 age range. The series also contains the best of contemporary writing, and new editions of classic plays.

Heinemann Plays are sewn and bound in sturdy hardback covers, guaranteeing longer life. Heinemann Plays are ideal for class reading and performance, many with large casts and an equal mix of parts for boys and girls.

From the novels by Philip Pullman, this brilliant adaptation by Nicholas Wright of His Dark Materials is sure to be a runaway success with your students - such is the popularity of the original trilogy which has earned wide literary acclaim.

HIS DARK MATERIALS include: A motivational and easy to use scheme of work to help students, through drama, come to a greater understanding of the textual features and dramatic structures - There are stimulating and accessible activities that encourage students to evaluate their own learning and examine the development of their skills