1. Title: How superstitious was James I?
Starter: 3, 2, 1
Some
Write out 1 paragraph which describes a witch using a number of adjectives.
Most
Write down 2 sentences which describe a witch.
All
Write down a list of 3 words to describe a witch.

2. Is this the sort of person that you imagined?

3. How superstitious was James I?
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How superstitious was James I?
All will identify reasons why James believed in witches
Most will describe and explain these reasons
Some will combine information to compile a book report on James book.

4. Task: See if you can use these 5 symbols to explain why the Stuarts believed in witches.
The Stuarts may have believed in witches because…

5. As we agreed in our last lesson, James was not your typical king
As we agreed in our last lesson, James was not your typical king! He published a book all about witches and witchcraft. He was also a VERY superstitious man.
Task: As we meet our guests, tick off any of the characteristics they speak about.

6. Task: Write a book report which reviews James’ book using your information sheet.
What might it look like Sir? Introduction – What is the book called? When was it written? Who was the author and what is he like? Paragraph 1 – Describe the key features. What information does the book include? Paragraph 2 – Why do you think the book was popular at the time? Paragraph 3 – What are your thoughts of the book? Does it contain good ideas? Would it be popular today?

7. Final thoughts: In 1623 William Shakespeare wrote Macbeth, a play about witches and witchcraft. Why do you think he did this? Who would it impress? Why are modern authors still writing about witches?