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Why I Still Teach Romeo and Juliet (Even Though I Hate It)

Why I Still Teach Romeo and Juliet (Even Though I Hate It)

I’ve taught Romeo and Juliet for over a decade—and I still hate it. But that’s exactly why it works. Here’s how I use student debates, modern rewrites, and creative twists to turn eye-rolls into engagement (and yes, we watch the Leo version).

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