5th Grade Reading Scripts (by date, latest first)

Lionel Messi: An Inspiring Readers Theatre Script for Years 3-5

Bring the story of one of the world’s most inspiring people, Lionel Messi, into your classroom with this engaging and educational Readers Theatre script! Perfect for literacy centres, this script highlights Messi’s incredible journey from a small town boy in Argentina to becoming one of the greatest soccer players of all time.

Students will explore themes of perseverance, resilience, and hard work as they bring Lionel Messi’s story to life through drama. Divided into scenes with clear stage directions and multiple roles, the script is designed to be fun and easy for Year 3-5 students to perform.

Why You’ll Love This Resource:

• Promotes Literacy: Encourage fluency, expression, and teamwork through Readers Theatre.
• Inspiring Story: Teach students the value of determination and dreaming big with the story of Lionel Messi.
• Perfect for Literacy Centres: This script is ideal for group work and literacy rotations.
• Engages Students: A relatable and exciting story that captures young learners’ imaginations.
• Easy to Use: Includes stage cues, divided scenes, and a range of character roles for all reading abilities.

What’s Included:

• A fully scripted Readers Theatre piece (suitable for Years 3-5).
• A focus on key events in Messi’s life: his childhood in Argentina, overcoming obstacles, his move to FC Barcelona, and his World Cup victory.
• Themes of overcoming challenges, teamwork, and chasing dreams.

Perfect For:

• Literacy centres
• Drama activities
• Character education lessons on inspiring people
• Celebrating sports stars in the classroom

Inspire your students with this dynamic and motivational Readers Theatre script and show them that even the smallest players can achieve the biggest dreams. Get ready to watch your classroom come alive with the story of Lionel Messi!

This bundle is a collection of the Reader's Theater Companion products from The Night Before series by Natasha Wing. Currently there are 9 Reader's Theaters included in this product! As new Reader's Theater Companion products are added they will be included in this bundle.

• The Night Before Summer Vacation 
• The (Night Before The) Night Before Christmas
• The Night Before Class Picture Day 
• The Night Before the Snow Day 
• The Night Before Halloween 
• The Night Before My Birthday 
• The Night Before Thanksgiving 
• The Night Before Easter
• The Night Before Valentine’s Day

If you would like to request a specific Reader's Theater companion please leave your suggestion as a question or email (mrleeslearners1@gmail.com)!

All Reader's Theater Script

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This product is a collection of 25 Reader's Theater that are offered in my store. This product is perfect for any teacher looking for Reader's Theaters to meet the different level of readers in a kindergarten, first grade, second grade, or even third grade classroom!

All of the Reader's Theaters are aligned to a picture book that allows students to practice their fluency and expression! The Reader's Theaters also are offered in multiple versions to allow you to mix and match your students easier.

Look at the previews of the individual products to see a closer look at all the reader's theaters included!

If you have suggestions or want to ask any questions, please feel free to reach out to me by email, mrleeslearners1@gmail.com

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This product includes 6 different #Halloween reader's theater scripts to use with your students! These reader's theaters will enable the children to enjoy the stories even more as well as increase reading fluency and speaking skills. #HappyHalloween

All of these reader's theater scripts are companion activities to each book.

Splat the Cat and the Pumpkin-Picking Plan - A Halloween Reader's Theater

When Splat the Cat goes with Seymour to a pumpkin patch, he is determined to find the biggest pumpkin ever. But when he finally does, Splat discovers the real challenge isn't finding the pumpkin.

There are roles for four students; two narrators, Splat and Mom.

Click, Clack, Boo! - A Halloween Reader’s Theater

Farmer Brown does not like Halloween. Farmer Brown hears some mysterious sounds throughout the night. The ending may surprise you!

There are roles for three students.

Who Will Haunt My House on Halloween? - A Halloween Reader’s Theater

It's Halloween night. While her mother is upstairs getting her daughter's costume read, lots of trick-or-treaters stop by the house - from werewolves, ghosts, and zombies to witches, bats, dinosaurs, and more! But are they really . . . real?

There are roles for three students.

Halloween Night - A Halloween Reader's Theater

This rhyming story tells of a group of animals, monsters, and witches, who prepare such a frightening Halloween party that their expected trick-or-treaters all run away.

There are two versions included. The only difference between the versions is the number of parts. One version has roles for three students, the other version has roles for four students. Each version is 3 pages.

Spooky Hour - A Halloween Reader's Theater

The midnight spooks come around when the bell in the rickety tower bongs twelve times.

There are two versions included. The only difference between the versions is the number of parts. One version has roles for three students, the other version has roles for four students. Each version is 3 pages.

The Night Before Halloween - A Halloween Reader's Theater

Little monsters and goofy goblins take center stage in this silly, spooky spin on Clement C. Moore's beloved poem. But what will happen on Halloween when the monsters come face to face with human trick-or-treaters in this fun-filled book

There are two versions included. One version has roles for three students and the other version has roles for four students. Both versions are 4 pages.

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This #Halloween Reader's Theater is a companion activity to the book “The Night Before Halloween” by Natasha Wing. It will enable the children to enjoy the story even more as well as increase reading fluency and speaking skills.

About the Book

Little monsters and goofy goblins take center stage in this silly, spooky spin on Clement C. Moore's beloved poem. But what will happen on Halloween when the monsters come face to face with human trick-or-treaters in this fun-filled book by the author of The Night Before Easter?

There are two versions included. One version has roles for three students and the other version has roles for four students. Both versions are 4 pages.

I hope you enjoy using this reader’s theater with your students. #HappyHalloween

AR Test No. 104991 Grade Level 3.3

Halloween Reader’s Theater:

Splat the Cat and the Pumpkin-Picking Plan - A Halloween Reader's Theater

Who Will Haunt My House on Halloween? - A Halloween Reader’s Theater

Click, Clack, Boo! - A Halloween Reader’s Theater

Halloween Night - A Halloween Reader's Theater

Spooky Hour - A Halloween Reader's Theater

Halloween Reader's Theater Bundle

All Reader's Theater Script

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Looking for some hidden social and emotional lessons in your readers theatre? Does your class need a lesson on the importance of kindness, emotions, dealing with an inner critic or resilience? These scripts are perfect to work into your literacy lessons while delivering a message for your students. You could even perform these in your social and emotional learning lessons!

This bundle features 4 scripts that are fun but also deliver social and emotional lessons in them.

The Featured Readers Theatre Scripts:

The Kindness Crew

In this Readers Theatre script, your students will meet the unique characters of the Kindness Crew: Charlie, Grace and Emma, as they embark on a mission to teach Zog, an alien from Planet Meany, about the importance of kindness.

The Inner Voices

In this Readers Theatre script, your students will meet Emma and Liam, whose ‘inner champion’ and ‘inner critic’ accompany them for a day at school. Inner Champion offers positivity, encouragement and kindness… Whilst Inner Critic is negative, unhelpful and unkind.

The Emotion Busters

In this Readers Theatre script, your students will meet the unique characters of "The Emotion Busters": Happy Harry, Sad Sally, Fearful Fred, Frustrated Fran and Angry Alex, as they drink a potion to suppress emotions they don't like.

Resilient Riley

In this Readers Theatre script, your students will meet the unique characters of Resilient Riley and Non Resilient Riley. Resilient Riley steps up to date to day challenges, however Non Resilient Riley runs away and ends up feeling even worse.

Perfect for Years 3 - 6: Suitable for upper elementary/primary, these scripts can be adapted for various grade levels. The language is simple and easy to follow.

Engaging Dialogue: The witty and heartwarming dialogue in this readers theatre scripts keeps students engaged and eager to see what happens next, making it an excellent choice for classroom readings and performances.

Literacy centres or social emotional learning lessons: Perfect to integrated into your literacy centres or your social emotional learning lessons!

Easy to Use: All you need to do is print, staple and go! Woo hoo!

By using these Readers Theatre Scripts you can create a positive and inclusive classroom environment while promoting important values such as kindness, empathy, resilience and listening to your inner champion!

And what a fun way to spread the word!

Enjoy!

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With this Readers Theatre Scripts Bundle you can get your students tuned into Fractured Fairytales! These funny and heartwarming readers theatre scripts are an engaging and entertaining way to teach students about fractured fairytales.

In these Readers Theatre scripts, your students will act out the Fairytale of...

Fractured Fairy Three Little Pigs Readers Theatre Script

Fractured Fairytale Cinderella Readers Theatre Script

Fractured Fairytale Rapunzel Readers Theatre Script

Fracture Fairytale Sleeping Beauty Readers Theatre Script

Through a series of humorous and heartwarming scenes, your students will act out these fractured fairy tales.

Key Features:

Educational and Entertaining: The fractured fairy tale readers theatre scripts combines education and entertainment seamlessly, making it an ideal teaching tool. It's perfect for a fairy tale unit or study! Perfect for literacy sessions or the drama classroom!

Character Development: The fairytale characters in the scripts are relatable and well developed, allowing your students to connect with them on a personal level.

Engaging Dialogue: The witty and heartwarming dialogue keeps students engaged and eager to see what happens next, making it an excellent choice for classroom readings and performances.

Literacy Sessions or Performing Arts Lessons: Perfect to integrate into your literacy centres or your social emotional learning lessons! A great way for your students to study fractured fairytales and then create their own.

Perfect for Years 3 - 6: Suitable for middle-upper elementary students, this script can be adapted for various grade levels, ensuring that every student can benefit from its message of cooperation and empathy.

Fractured Fairy Tales: A fun way to teach Fractured Fairytales and all the wonderful literacy elements that come along with them.

Easy to Use: All you need to do is print, staple, and go!

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The Three Little Pigs Allergies

This Fractured Fairytale tells a different version of the classic tale, where the pigs are allergic to wolves and sneeze their houses down. The wolf, Wolfie, is actually trying to help the pigs by warning them about their fragile homes.

Rapunzels Super Strong Hair

This Fractured Fairytale tells a different version of Rapunzel, where she learns the power of self-reliance and making sacrifices for the greater good.

The Cure For Sleeping Beauty

This Fractured Fairytale tells a different version of Sleeping Beauty, where everyone thinks she needs true loves kiss, but actually she just needs some medicine!

Cinderella’s True Colours

This Fractured Fairytale tells a different version of Cinderella, where she is unkind, entitled and not treating her step family well!

By using these Readers Theatre Scripts, you can explore fractured fairy tales and have fun while you’re at it. Your students will not only enjoy the entertaining stories but will also gain a deeper understanding of different perspectives and the power of storytelling.

Simply download, print, staple, and you're good to go! Woo hoo!

Enjoy!

Celebrate Diversity with Engaging Readers Theatre Scripts!

Are you looking to bring cultural celebrations to life in your classroom while boosting students’ reading skills? This Readers Theatre Script Bundle is designed for upper primary/elementary students and offers a captivating exploration of five important global celebrations: Thanksgiving, St. Patrick's Day, Diwali, Chinese New Year, and Hanukkah.

Each script in this bundle is carefully crafted to immerse students in the rich histories and vibrant traditions of these cultural events. Not only do these scripts enhance reading fluency and expression, but they also encourage active participation and deeper understanding of the diverse celebrations that shape our world.

What's Included:

• Thanksgiving: Travel back in time to the origins of this American holiday, learning about the Pilgrims, the first Thanksgiving feast, and the importance of gratitude and giving thanks.
• St. Patrick's Day: Follow the legendary tales of St. Patrick, uncover the meaning behind shamrocks, and discover the colourful and festive Irish traditions.
• Diwali: Brighten your classroom with the story of Diwali, the Hindu Festival of Lights, and learn how good triumphs over evil in this celebration of light.
• Chinese New Year: Experience the magic of this Lunar New Year festival, filled with iconic symbols like dragons, lanterns, and family gatherings, as students explore its ancient customs.
• Hanukkah: Delve into the history and miracles of Hanukkah, the Jewish Festival of Lights, and learn how it symbolises faith, resilience, and cultural heritage.

Why Choose These Scripts?

• No Prep, Print and Go: Save time with ready-to-use scripts that require minimal preparation—perfect for busy teachers!
• Interactive Learning: Engage students in meaningful readers theatre activities that boost reading comprehension, fluency, and expression.
• Culturally Enriching: Promote diversity and inclusion by teaching students about important global holidays and the values behind them.
• Versatile Use: Ideal for social studies, literacy lessons, holiday celebrations, or multicultural education units.

Whether you’re incorporating these scripts into a readers theatre performance, using them for group reading activities, or integrating them into holiday-themed lessons, this bundle is sure to captivate students while meeting important learning objectives.

Enhance your classroom with these Readers Theatre Scripts that make learning about cultural celebrations fun, educational, and engaging. Let your students step into the shoes of historical figures, participate in age-old traditions, and build empathy and understanding for the diverse world around them.

Want to check out the readers theatre scripts?

St Patrick's Day Readers Theatre

Hanukkah Script

Chinese New Year

Thanksgiving

Diwali

Some social and emotional skills needed to collaborate with each other on a readers theatre performance are:

• Empathy
• Resilience
• Communication
• Cooperation
• Confidence
• Emotional regulation

To ensure the students are set up for success, before they are sent off into the wild for readers theatre there needs to be guidelines and clear expectations. An example of some Readers Theatre rules could be

Be Kind: Listen to each other and treat everyone with respect.

Join In: Everyone gets a chance to be part of the fun!

Teamwork Rocks: Work together to make our performance shine.

Get Ready: Practice your lines and cues before rehearsals.

Talk It Out: Share ideas and listen to each other's suggestions.

Try New Things: Be open to trying different ways of doing things.

Solve Problems Together: Work as a team to overcome any challenges.

Say Thanks: Celebrate each other's hard work and talent.

Look Back and Learn: Reflect on what we did well and how we can improve.

Have Fun!: Let's make reader's theatre a blast for everyone!

Readers Theatre Scripts

There are many out there to suit a whole range of different year levels and themes!

I’ve created these social and emotional learning readers theatre scripts for years 3-6, with each focusing on a different area.

The Kindness Crew 

In this Readers Theatre script, your students will meet the unique characters of the Kindness Crew: Charlie, Grace and Emma, as they embark on a mission to teach Zog, an alien from Planet Meany, about the importance of kindness.

The Inner Voices

In this Readers Theatre script, your students will meet Emma and Liam, whose ‘inner champion’ and ‘inner critic’ accompany them for a day at school. Inner Champion offers positivity, encouragement and kindness… Whilst Inner Critic is negative, unhelpful and unkind.

The Emotion Busters 

In this Readers Theatre script, your students will meet the unique characters of “The Emotion Busters”: Happy Harry, Sad Sally, Fearful Fred, Frustrated Fran and Angry Alex, as they drink a potion to suppress emotions they don’t like.

Resilient Riley 

In this Readers Theatre script, your students will meet the unique characters of Resilient Riley and Non Resilient Riley. Resilient Riley steps up to date to day challenges, however Non Resilient Riley runs away and ends up feeling even worse.

Check out the 'Readers Theatre In The Classroom' blog on the Captivating Kids blog.

'The Emotion Busters' Readers Theatre Script - A Lesson In Feeling Our Emotions

Get your students tuned into the power of emotions in your classroom with "The Emotion Busters" Readers Theatre Script. This engaging and heartwarming script is a fun and entertaining way to teach students the invaluable lesson of why we have different emotions and the importance of feeling them.

In this Readers Theatre script, your students will meet the unique characters of "The Emotion Busters": Happy Harry, Sad Sally, Fearful Fred, Frustrated Fran and Angry Alex, as they drink a potion to suppress emotions they don't like.

Through a series of humorous scenes, your students will become aware of why we have these human emotions and watch as the Emotion Busters learn a valuable lesson.

Key Features:

Educational and Entertaining: This Readers Theatre script seamlessly combines education and entertainment, making it an ideal teaching tool. It's perfect for social and emotional learning.

Engaging Dialogue: The witty and heartwarming dialogue keeps students engaged and eager to see what happens next, making it an excellent choice for classroom readings and performances.

SEL Lessons: Perfect for integrated into your social emotional learning (SEL) lessons, "The Emotion Busters" readers theatre script helps students explore and understand their emotions better.

Lesson on Emotional Well-being: The central theme of emotional wellbeing is woven throughout the readers theatre script, imparting a valuable life lesson to young minds.

Perfect for Grades 3-6: Suitable for upper elementary, this script can be adapted for various grade levels, ensuring that every student can benefit from its message of emotional well-being.

Easy to Use: All you need to do is download, print, staple, and you're ready to go!

By using "The Emotion Busters" Readers Theatre Script, you can create a positive and emotionally intelligent classroom environment while promoting important values such as understanding, empathy, and self-awareness. Your students will not only enjoy the entertaining story but will also gain a deeper understanding of the importance of managing their emotions for a happier and healthier life.

Simply download, print, staple, and you're good to go!

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Looking for a bundle of Social and Emotional Learning Readers Theatre Scripts?

Check out this bundle of The Kindness Crew, Resilient Riley, The Emotion Busters and The Inner Voices.

“Resilient Riley Readers Theatre Script: A Perspective on Resilience”

Get your students tuned into what resilience looks like in your classroom with this ‘Resilient Riley’ Readers Theatre Script. This funny and heartwarming script is an engaging and entertaining way to teach students the invaluable lesson of resilience.

In this Readers Theatre script, your students will meet the unique characters of Resilient Riley and Non Resilient Riley. Resilient Riley steps up to date to day challenges, however Non Resilient Riley runs away and ends up feeling even worse.

Through a series of humorous scenes, your students will witness the difference between facing challenges with resilience and not.

Key Features:

• Educational and Entertaining: This script combines education and entertainment seamlessly, making it an ideal teaching tool. It's perfect for enhancing social emotional learning (SEL) in the classroom.

• Character Development: The characters in the readers theatre script are relatable and well developed, allowing your students to connect with them on a personal level.

• Engaging Dialogue: The witty and heartwarming dialogue in this readers theatre script keeps students engaged and eager to see what happens next, making it an excellent choice for classroom readings and performances.

• Literacy centres or social emotional learning lessons: Perfect to integrated into your literacy centres or your social emotional learning lessons!

• Lesson on Resilience: The central theme of resilience is woven throughout the readers theatre script, imparting a valuable life lesson to young minds.

• Perfect for Years 3 - 6: Suitable for middle - upper elementary and middle school students, this script can be adapted for various grade levels, ensuring that every student can benefit from its message of kindness.

• Easy to Use: All you need to do is print, staple and go!

By using ‘Resilient Riley’ Readers Theatre Script you can create a positive and inclusive classroom environment while promoting resilience. Your students will not only enjoy the entertaining story but will also gain a deeper understanding of the impact of their own resilience and how they could possibly be holding themselves back.

Simply download, print, staple and you're good to go! Woo hoo!

Like what you see? Follow along at Captivating Kids where you'll get heaps of inspiration and all the low down on new resources!

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Looking for a bundle of Social and Emotional Learning Readers Theatre Scripts?

Check out this bundle of The Kindness Crew, Resilient Riley, The Emotion Busters and The Inner Voices.

“The Inner Voices Readers Theatre Script: A Heartwarming Lesson in Positive and Negative Self Talk’

Get your students tuned into the power of positive self talk in your classroom with this ‘The Inner Voices’ Readers Theatre Script. This funny and heartwarming script is an engaging and entertaining way to teach students the invaluable lesson of having negative and positive inner voices.

In this Readers Theatre script, your students will meet Emma and Liam, whose ‘inner champion’ and ‘inner critic’ accompany them for a day at school. Inner Champion offers positivity, encouragement and kindness… Whilst Inner Critic is negative, unhelpful and unkind.

Through a series of humorous and heartwarming scenes, your students will witness Liam and Emma ignoring their Inner Critic and choosing their Inner Champion in challenging situations.

Key Features:

• Educational and Entertaining: This script combines education and entertainment seamlessly, making it an ideal teaching tool. It's perfect for enhancing social emotional learning (SEL) in the classroom.

• Character Development: The characters in the script are relatable and well developed, allowing your students to connect with them on a personal level.

• Engaging Dialogue: The witty and heartwarming dialogue keeps students engaged and eager to see what happens next, making it an excellent choice for classroom readings and performances.

• Literacy centres or social emotional learning lessons: Perfect to integrated into your literacy centres or your social emotional learning lessons!

• Lesson on Positive Self Talk: The central theme of kindness is woven throughout the readers theatre script, imparting a valuable life lesson to young minds.

• Perfect for Years 3 - 7: Suitable for middle - upper elementary and middle school students, this script can be adapted for various grade levels, ensuring that every student can benefit from its message of kindness.

• Easy to Use: All you need to do is print, staple and go!

By using 'The Inner Voices’ Readers Theatre Script you can create a positive and inclusive classroom environment while promoting important values such as kindness, empathy, and positive self talk. Your students will not only enjoy the entertaining story but will also gain a deeper understanding of the impact of their inner critic and champion.

Simply download, print, staple and you're good to go! Woo hoo!

Like what you see? Follow along at Captivating Kids where you'll get heaps of inspiration and all the low down on new resources!

I'd also love to connect on social media and see the resources in action!

Looking for a bundle of Social and Emotional Learning Readers Theatre Scripts?

Check out this bundle of The Kindness Crew, Resilient Riley, The Emotion Busters and The Inner Voices.

Get your students tuned into Fractured Fairytales in your classroom with this ‘Rapunzels Super Strong Hair’ Readers Theatre Script. This funny and heartwarming script is an engaging and entertaining way to teach students about fractured fairytales.

In this Readers Theatre script, your students will act out the Fairytale of Rapunzel, but with a twist! This Fractured Fairytale tells a different version of Rapunzel, where she learns the power of self-reliance and making sacrifices for the greater good.

Through a series of humorous and heartwarming scenes, your students will act out this fractured fairy tale and learn the importance of finding strength within oneself.

Key Features:

• Educational and Entertaining: This fractured fairy tale readers theatre script combines education and entertainment seamlessly, making it an ideal teaching tool. It's perfect for a fairy tale unit or study! Perfect for literacy sessions or the drama classroom!

• Character Development: The fairytale characters in the script are relatable and well developed, allowing your students to connect with them on a personal level.

• Engaging Dialogue: The witty and heartwarming dialogue keeps students engaged and eager to see what happens next, making it an excellent choice for classroom readings and performances.

• Literacy Sessions or Performing Arts Lessons: Perfect to integrate into your literacy centres or your social emotional learning lessons! A great way for your students to study fractured fairytales and then create their own.

• Lesson on Self-Reliance: The central theme of self-reliance is woven throughout this fractured fairytale readers theatre script, imparting a valuable life lesson to young minds.

• Perfect for Years 3 - 7: Suitable for middle-upper elementary and middle school students, this script can be adapted for various grade levels, ensuring that every student can benefit from its message of self-reliance.

• Fractured Fairy Tales: A fun way to teach Fractured Fairytales and all the wonderful literacy elements that comes along with them.

• Easy to Use: All you need to do is print, staple and go!

By using this ‘Rapunzels Super Strong Hair’ Readers Theatre Script, you can explore fractured fairy tales and have fun while you’re at it. Your students will not only enjoy the entertaining story but will also gain a deeper understanding of different perspectives and the power of storytelling.

Simply download, print, staple and you're good to go! Woo hoo!

Enjoy this fractured fairytale readers theatre script!!

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Readers Theatre Script - Fractured Fairytales Bundle

Readers Theatre Script - Social and Emotional Bundle

Get your students tuned into Fractured Fairytales in your classroom with this "Jack and the Beanstalk: The Kindly Giants" Readers Theatre Script. This funny and heartwarming script is an engaging and entertaining way to teach students about fractured fairytales.

In this Readers Theatre script, your students will act out the fairytale of Jack and the Beanstalk, but with a twist! This fractured fairytale tells a different version of the classic tale, where Jack is a thief who steals the magic beans and robs the giants. However, the giants, Gina and Greg, are just kindly beings trying to get by.

Through a series of humorous and heartwarming scenes, your students will act out this fractured fairytale and learn the importance of honesty and kindness.

Key Features:

• Educational and Entertaining: This fractured fairytale Readers Theatre script combines education and entertainment seamlessly, making it an ideal teaching tool. It's perfect for a fairytale unit or study! Great for literacy sessions or the drama classroom!

• Character Development: The fairytale characters in the script are relatable and well-developed, allowing your students to connect with them on a personal level.

• Engaging Dialogue: The witty and heartwarming dialogue keeps students engaged and eager to see what happens next, making it an excellent choice for classroom readings and performances.

• Literacy Sessions or Performing Arts Lessons: Perfect to integrate into your literacy centres or your social-emotional learning lessons! A great way for your students to study fractured fairytales and then create their own.

• Lesson on Honesty and Kindness: The central theme of honesty and kindness is woven throughout this fractured fairytale Readers Theatre script, imparting valuable life lessons to young minds.

• Perfect for Years 3 - 6: Suitable for middle-upper elementary students, this script can be adapted for various grade levels, ensuring that every student can benefit from its message of cooperation and empathy.

• Fractured Fairy Tales: A fun way to teach fractured fairytales and all the wonderful literacy elements that come along with them.

• Easy to Use: All you need to do is print, staple, and go!

By using this "Jack and the Beanstalk: The Kindly Giants" Readers Theatre Script, you can explore fractured fairytales and have fun while you’re at it. Your students will not only enjoy the entertaining story but will also gain a deeper understanding of different perspectives and the power of storytelling.

Simply download, print, staple, and you're good to go! Woo hoo!

Like what you see? Follow along at Captivating Kids where you'll get heaps of inspiration and all the low down on new resources!

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Readers Theatre Script - Fractured Fairytales Bundle

Readers Theatre Script - Social and Emotional Bundle

Get your students tuned into Fractured Fairytales in your classroom with this ‘The Cure For Sleeping Beauty’ Readers Theatre Script. This funny and heartwarming script is an engaging and entertaining way to teach students about fractured fairytales.

In this Readers Theatre script, your students will act out the Fairytale of Sleeping Beauty, but with a twist! This Fractured Fairytale tells a different version of Sleeping Beauty, where everyone thinks she needs true loves kiss, but actually she just needs some medicine!

Through a series of humorous and heartwarming scenes, your students will act out this fractured fairy tale and learn the power of listening to others and that true love isn’t the answer to everything.

Key Features:

• Educational and Entertaining: This fractured fairy tale readers theatre script combines education and entertainment seamlessly, making it an ideal teaching tool. It's perfect for a fairytale unit or study!

• Character Development: The fairytale characters in the script are relatable and well developed, allowing your students to connect with them on a personal level.

• Engaging Dialogue: The witty and heartwarming dialogue keeps students engaged and eager to see what happens next, making it an excellent choice for classroom readings and performances.

• Literacy centres or social emotional learning lessons: Perfect to integrated into your literacy centres or your social emotional learning lessons! A great way for your students to study fractured fairytales and then create their own.

• Lessons to learn: The central themes to discuss are that Fairy Tales seem to focus on true love being the answer to everything, especially for women! This Fractured Fairytale shows a different perspective.

• Perfect for Years 3 - 7: Suitable for middle - upper elementary and middle school students, this script can be adapted for various grade levels, ensuring that every student can benefit from learning fractured fairytales.

• Easy to Use: All you need to do is print, staple and go!

By using this ‘The Cure For Sleeping Beauty’ Readers Theatre Script you can explore fractured fairy tales and have fun while you’re at it. Your students will not only enjoy the entertaining story but will also gain a deeper understanding of different perspectives and the power of storytelling.

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Get your students tuned into Fractured Fairytales in your classroom with this ‘Cinderella’s True Colours’ Readers Theatre Script. This funny and heartwarming script is an engaging and entertaining way to teach students about fractured fairytales.

In this Readers Theatre script, your students will act out the Fairytale of Cinderella, but with a twist! This Fractured Fairytale tells a different version of Cinderella, where she is unkind, entitled and not treating her step family well!

Through a series of humorous and heartwarming scenes, your students will act out this fractured fairy tale and learn the power of being humble and kind.

Key Features:

• Educational and Entertaining: This fractured fairy tale readers theatre script combines education and entertainment seamlessly, making it an ideal teaching tool. It's perfect for a fairy tale unit or study!

• Character Development: The fairytale characters in the script are relatable and well developed, allowing your students to connect with them on a personal level.

• Engaging Dialogue: The witty and heartwarming dialogue keeps students engaged and eager to see what happens next, making it an excellent choice for classroom readings and performances.

• Literacy centres or social emotional learning lessons: Perfect to integrated into your literacy centres or your social emotional learning lessons! A great way for your students to study fractured fairytales and then create their own.

• Lesson on Kindness: The central theme of kindness is woven throughout this fractured fairytale readers theatre script, imparting a valuable life lesson to young minds.

• Perfect for Years 3 - 7: Suitable for middle - upper elementary and middle school students, this script can be adapted for various grade levels, ensuring that every student can benefit from its message of kindness.

• Easy to Use: All you need to do is print, staple and go!

By using this ‘Cinderella’s True Colours’ Readers Theatre Script you can explore fractured fairy tales and have fun while you’re at it. Your students will not only enjoy the entertaining story but will also gain a deeper understanding of different perspectives and the power of storytelling.

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Bring the captivating story of Chinese New Year to your classroom with "The Legend of Nian and Chinese New Year" readers theatre script, specially designed for Year 3-6 students. This engaging script takes students on an exciting journey to a small village in China, where they learn about the mythical beast Nian and the origins of Chinese New Year traditions. Perfect for literacy groups or in a Celebrations unit of work!

Why Choose This Chinese New Year Readers Theatre Script?

• Engaging Storyline: Students will be thrilled to act out the tale of Nian, the fearsome beast, and discover how the brave villagers use red decorations and loud noises to protect themselves.
• Cultural Education: Introduce students to the rich traditions, celebrations and history of Chinese New Year. They will learn about customs like hanging red lanterns, setting off firecrackers, and enjoying traditional foods.
• Character Roles: The script features a variety of characters, including Narrators, Nian, Old Villager, Young Villager, Village Elder, and a Brave Child, ensuring that every student has a role to play.
• Interactive Learning: Readers theatre is a fantastic way to boost reading fluency, comprehension, and public speaking skills while making learning fun and interactive. They also learn the history behind Chinese New Year and its celebrations.
• Easy Preparation: The script is designed for easy use in the classroom. It requires minimal props and can be performed with simple costumes and decorations.

Key Features:

• Target Audience: Perfect for Year 3-6 teachers looking to enrich their curriculum with an exciting and educational readers theatre script.
• Length: The script is designed to be performed in one class period, making it ideal for a single lesson or special cultral celebration event.
• Curriculum Integration: Seamlessly fits into language arts, social studies, cultural education/celebrations units and learning about Chinese New Year!

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Get your students tuned into Fractured Fairytales in your classroom with this 'The Three Little Pigs and the Wolf Allergy' Readers Theatre Script**.** This funny and heartwarming script is an engaging and entertaining way to teach students about fractured fairytales.

In this Readers Theatre script, your students will act out the Fairytale of the Three Little Pigs, but with a twist! This Fractured Fairytale tells a different version of the classic tale, where the pigs are allergic to wolves and sneeze their houses down. The wolf, Wolfie, is actually trying to help the pigs by warning them about their fragile homes.

Through a series of humorous and heartwarming scenes, your students will act out this fractured fairy tale and learn the importance of teamwork and understanding.

Key Features:

Educational and Entertaining: This fractured fairy tale readers theatre script combines education and entertainment seamlessly, making it an ideal teaching tool. It's perfect for a fairy tale unit or study! Perfect for literacy sessions or the drama classroom!

Character Development: The fairytale characters in the script are relatable and well-developed, allowing your students to connect with them on a personal level.

Engaging Dialogue: The witty and heartwarming dialogue keeps students engaged and eager to see what happens next, making it an excellent choice for classroom readings and performances.

Literacy Sessions or Performing Arts Lessons: Perfect to integrate into your literacy centres or your social emotional learning lessons! A great way for your students to study fractured fairytales and then create their own.

Lesson on Teamwork and Understanding: The central theme of teamwork and understanding is woven throughout this fractured fairytale readers theatre script, imparting valuable life lessons to young minds.

Perfect for Years 3 - 6: Suitable for middle-upper elementary students, this script can be adapted for various grade levels, ensuring that every student can benefit from its message of cooperation and empathy.

Fractured Fairy Tales: A fun way to teach Fractured Fairytales and all the wonderful literacy elements that come along with them.

Easy to Use: All you need to do is print, staple, and go!

By using this 'The Three Little Pigs and the Wolf Allergy' Readers Theatre Script, you can explore fractured fairy tales and have fun while you’re at it. Your students will not only enjoy the entertaining story but will also gain a deeper understanding of different perspectives and the power of storytelling.

Simply download, print, staple, and you're good to go! Woo hoo!

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St. Patrick's Day Readers Theatre Script

Bring the magic and history of St. Patrick's Day to life in your classroom with this engaging and humorous Readers Theatre Script designed for Year 3-6 students. Perfect for celebrating St. Patrick's Day, this script offers a fun and educational way for students to learn about the origins and traditions of the holiday.

This St. Patrick's Day Readers Theatre Script features:

• Fun Characters: Students will love playing the roles of St. Patrick, a mischievous leprechaun, curious villagers, and even a couple of talkative snakes!
• Interactive Learning: Through entertaining dialogue and lively scenes, students will discover the history of St. Patrick, the legend of the snakes, and the significance of the shamrock, all while practicing their reading and performance skills.
• Easy to Use: The script is designed with teachers in mind—simply print, assign roles, and watch your students bring history to life. It's perfect for classroom performances, small groups, or even a whole class activity.
• Curriculum-Aligned: This Readers Theatre script aligns with history and social studies standards, making it a valuable addition to your St. Patrick's Day lesson plans.

Whether you're looking to add a creative twist to your St. Patrick's Day celebrations or seeking an engaging Readers Theatre script that captivates your students, this resource is sure to be a hit. Watch as your students immerse themselves in the story of St. Patrick, learning and laughing along the way.

Get your class into the spirit of St. Patrick's Day with this delightful and educational Readers Theatre Script—an unforgettable experience that blends history, culture, and fun!

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A Diwali Story

Looking for a readers theatre script to accompany your celebrations unit? Or looking to enrich your literacy sessions with culture? Illuminate your classroom or stage with the radiant glow of Diwali through "Festival of Lights - A Diwali Story." This readers theatre script takes your audience through the ancient tale of Rama and Sita, celebrating the triumph of light over darkness. Your students will learn about the history behind Diwali and why there is this beautiful festival of lights every year.

Perfectly suited for units of inquiry focusing on celebrations, this script seamlessly integrates cultural richness and excitement into your curriculum. As students explore the significance of festivals around the world, "Festival of Lights - A Diwali Story" offers a compelling exploration of Diwali, inviting learners to immerse themselves in its vibrant traditions and timeless themes.

Crafted to engage audiences of all ages, each scene is meticulously designed to transport viewers into the heart of Diwali traditions. From the joyous homecoming of Rama and Sita to the illuminating victory over evil, every moment is brought to life with energy and authenticity.

Ignite your students' imaginations with this captivating readers theatre script, carefully crafted to immerse them in the cultural richness and timeless themes of Diwali.

• Character Development: The characters in the script are relatable and well developed, allowing your students to connect with them on a personal level.

• Engaging Dialogue: The witty and heartwarming dialogue keeps students engaged and eager to see what happens next, making it an excellent choice for classroom readings and performances.

• Literacy centres or social emotional learning lessons: Perfect to integrated into your literacy centres or your social emotional learning lessons!

• Perfect for Years 3 - 7: Suitable for middle - upper elementary and middle school students, this script can be adapted for various grade levels, ensuring that every student can benefit from its message of kindness.

• Easy to Use: All you need to do is print, staple and go!

Happy Diwali to one and all! A grand celebration!

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