Oxford Playscripts: Noughts and Crosses

Oxford Playscripts: Noughts and Crosses
Author/Publisher: Malorie Blackman / Oxford University Press
Target Audience: Secondary school students aged 12-16, particularly those studying English literature or drama.
Key Features:

• Comprehensive Content: Noughts and Crosses explores a dystopian society where racial tensions exist between two groups: the privileged Crosses and the oppressed Noughts. The story follows the forbidden love between Sephy, a Cross, and Callum, a Nought, highlighting themes of prejudice, identity, and social injustice.
• Clear Explanations: The play script format makes the complex themes of racism and inequality accessible to younger readers, providing a platform for discussion and critical thinking.
• Practice Questions: Includes comprehension and discussion questions at the end of each act, encouraging students to analyze the characters’ motivations and the societal issues presented in the play.
• Exam Focused: Designed to aid in exam preparation, helping students develop analytical skills essential for literature exams and essays.
• Interactive Elements: Features performance notes, character exploration activities, and group discussions that foster collaborative learning and engagement with the text.
• Aligned with Curriculum: Tailored to the UK curriculum, particularly suitable for GCSE English Literature studies.

Educational Value:
This powerful adaptation encourages students to confront and reflect on themes of inequality and injustice, promoting empathy and understanding through its compelling narrative.

Format and Quality:
Paperback, 112 pages, with easy-to-read script formatting and space for annotations, perfect for classroom reading and performances.

Why Choose This Book:
An engaging and thought-provoking play that not only improves students’ understanding of complex societal issues but also enhances their skills in literary analysis and performance.

Available at:
Books for the Future, with delivery to all cities in Iraq and the Kurdistan region.