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A funny Christmas play that revolves around Holly the Elf. After being accidentally taken to the North Pole one Christmas Eve, she stayed until adulthood and grew up thinking she was an elf herself. One day she found out she was a human, and decided to go and visit her biological father.

On arrival she wasn’t welcomed by her father but soon the family grew to like Holly, and she also found a boyfriend. But then everything changed when she fell out with her father and she decided to leave.

However, as she was walking alone, she heard a crash; when she went to investigate, she noticed it was her good friend, Santa. Her family catch up with her and together they all manage to lift Christmas spirit and power Santa’s sleigh.

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There are song recommendations throughout the script, with a mixture of traditional Christmas songs and modern songs. There are 21 speaking parts, with additional non-speaking roles too for up to 30 students. The play is around 40-50 minutes long.

I hope you have fun with it, my class had a ball!

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If you are unsure whether it will suit your class, download a free preview and give it a go!

I also have a few more Christmas play scripts in my store including:

• A Christmas Carol (A School Remix)
• The Grouch
• A Christmas Carol (A Traditional Version)
• Santa's Successor

To save money you can buy all five play scripts in my Christmas Play Script Bundle (saving nearly 40%) - link below:

• Christmas Play Script Bundle

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This is a play script for Charles Dickens' 'A Christmas Carol'. It tells the story of a mean, old man named Ebenezer Scrooge, who runs a dark and miserable business. His workers are under-paid and over-worked, especially his assistant Bob Cratchett.

It is Christmas eve and his Bob asks for the day off to spend time with his family, and sick child – Tiny Tim. Scrooge almost refuses but decides to just dock his pay for the day. Then, that evening he gets a visit from his previous business partner – another miserable person called Jacob Marley.

Marley tells him he needs to change his ways or end up with the same fate as him; he tells him how he will be visited by three ghosts that night. The ghosts visit and show Scrooge various things that upset him enough to change his ways.

After the visits of the ghosts Scrooge wakes up on Christmas day a changed man and tries to put right all the wrongs he has caused over the previous decades!

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There are song recommendations throughout the script and roles for 19 speaking parts, with extra parts for up to 30 students. The play is around 40-50 minutes long.

I hope you have fun with it!

If you are unsure whether it will suit your class, download a free preview and give it a go!

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There are also a few more Christmas play scripts in my store including:

• Holly the Christmas Elf
• Santa's Successor
• A Christmas Carol (A School Remix)
• A Christmas Carol (Traditional Version)
• The Grouch

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Also, don't forget to leave feedback to earn TeachShare credits to spend!

A funny Christmas play script called Santa's Successor. The script follows the story line of a man who accidentally disrupts Santa's deliveries and has to take over his route before finding his way to Santa's work shop.

After causing Santa to fall from his rooftop, the man and his two young sons have to finish Santa’s deliveries for the night, and then the reindeers fly them to the North Pole. Once there, they are greeted by two elves, who explain how he must become the new Santa. He then slowly starts turning into Santa, which everybody else finds hard to believe!

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There are song recommendations throughout the script, with a mixture of traditional Christmas songs and modern songs. There are 20 speaking parts, with additional non-speaking roles too for up to 30 students. The play is around 40-50 minutes long.

I hope you have fun with it, my class had a ball!

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There are also a few more Christmas play scripts in my store including:

• Holly the Christmas Elf
• Santa's Successor
• A Christmas Carol (A School Remix)
• A Christmas Carol (Traditional Version)
• The Grouch

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A funny Christmas play that revolves around a town where everyone loves Christmas. In fact they love Christmas so much it is all they talk about! However, a mysterious outcast lives outside of the town; this outcast hates Christmas and anything to do with the festive time of year. This beast is called the Grouch!

The play follows the story of Mary-Boo and her family as they open up to the Grouch, and try to show him what Christmas is all about. However, the Grouch has his own plans to ruin Christmas for the town, and steals all the presents on Christmas eve.

He has a change of heart however when he hears the town enjoying Christmas even though he had stolen all of the presents. After this he returns the gifts and takes part in all the festivities.

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There are song recommendations throughout the script, with a mixture of traditional Christmas songs and modern songs. There are 28 speaking parts, with additional non-speaking roles too for up to 30 students. The play is around 40-50 minutes long.

I hope you have fun with it, my class had a ball!

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If you are unsure whether it will suit your class, download a free preview and give it a go!

I also have a few more Christmas play scripts in my store including:

• Holly the Christmas Elf
• Santa's Successor
• A Christmas Carol (A School Remix)
• A Christmas Carol (Traditional Version)
• The Grouch

To save money you can buy all four play scripts in my Christmas Play Script Bundle (saving nearly 40%) - link below:

• Christmas Play Script Bundle

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This is a play script for A Christmas Carol, however it is a modern remake that is based in a school. The play script tells the story of a mean, old headmaster, Ebenezer Loops, who runs a dark and miserable school. The teachers are under-paid and over-worked, and the students are not allowed to smile or have fun.

It is Christmas eve and his best worker, Bob Bamboo asks for the day off to spend time with his family, and sick child – Petite Pat. Loops almost refuses but decides to just dock his pay for the day. Then, that evening he gets a visit from the previous headmaster – another miserable person called Mr Frown.

Mr Frown tells him he needs to change his ways or end up with the same fate as him; he tells him how he will be visited by three ghosts that night. The ghosts visit and show Loops various things that upset him enough to change his ways.

After the visits of the ghosts Loops wakes up on Christmas day a changed man and tries to put right all the wrongs he has caused over the previous decades!

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There are song recommendations throughout the script, with a mixture of traditional Christmas songs and modern songs. There are 19 speaking parts, with additional non-speaking roles too for up to 30 students.

I hope you have fun with it, my class had a ball!

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There are also a few more Christmas play scripts in my store including:

• Holly the Christmas Elf
• Santa's Successor
• A Christmas Carol (A School Remix)
• A Christmas Carol (Traditional Version)
• The Grouch

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For more great resources follow my store ⇉⇉ CLICK HERE

Also, don't forget to leave feedback to earn TeachShare credits to spend!

This is a play script for William Shakespeare’s Richard III rewritten for students from third grade to seventh grade. The script now also comes with a PDF teacher presentation to help you introduce the play and the characters to your students.

Richard III tells the story of Richard – a humpbacked member of the royal family who had a deep desire to be king. However, he was fifth in line to the throne with four close family members ahead of him. The play follows the story of his murderous journey to the top, and his eventual demise to Henry at the Battle of Bosworth.

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The play script is a mix of modern English with some of the famous lines from the real play mixed in as well. I hope you enjoy it – good luck!

There are 20 speaking roles with parts for up to 30 students. The language is a mix of Shakespearean and modern English. Ideal for theater performances or plays, reading activities or guided reading sessions.

Also ideal for older students who need to know the story better without getting wrapped up in the difficult language - Shakespeare is easy to understand if you understand the story!

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In our Shakespeare Play Script Collection we also have:

• A Midsummer Night's Dream
• Hamlet
• Macbeth

If you want a Christmas play script we also have some fun alternatives:

• Elf
• The Santa Clause
• A Christmas Carol (A School Remix)
• A Christmas Carol (A Traditional Version)
• The Grinch

Other similar or relevant resources:

• Other William Shakespeare Resources
• World History Resources

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A play script for William Shakespeare's Hamlet rewritten for students from third grade to seventh grade. The script now also comes with a PDF teacher presentation to help you introduce the play and the characters to your students.

Hamlet tells the story of a Prince whose father, the King, has just died. His father’s ghost visits him and tells him that the new King, Claudius – who has married his mother – was the killer.

Hamlet wants revenge and the story follows a bloody path in which he takes revenge but loses his own life, and the life of the woman he loves – Ophelia.

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The play script is a mix of modern English with some of the famous lines from the real play mixed in as well. I hope you enjoy it – good luck!

There are 15 speaking roles, and extra characters for up to 25-30 people. Ideal for theater performances or plays, reading activities or guided reading sessions.

Also ideal for older students who need to know the story better without getting wrapped up in the difficult language - Shakespeare is easy to understand if you understand the story!

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In our Shakespeare Play Script Collection we also have:

• A Midsummer Night's Dream
• Richard III
• Macbeth

If you want a Christmas play script we also have some fun alternatives:

• Elf
• The Santa Clause
• A Christmas Carol (A School Remix)
• A Christmas Carol (A Traditional Version)
• The Grinch

Other similar or relevant resources:

• Other William Shakespeare Resources
• World History Resources

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For more great resources follow my store ⇉⇉ CLICK HERE

Also, don't forget to leave feedback to earn TeachShare credits to spend!

This is a play script for William Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream, which has been rewritten to be suitable for ages 9 to 14. The script now also comes with a PDF teacher presentation to help you introduce the play and the characters to your students.

A Midsummer Night’s Dream tells the story of four Athenian lovers who have a complicated yet dramatic love life. Lysander and Hermia loved each other and wished to be together. Helena loved Demetrius, but Demetrius loved Hermia, and Hermia’s father wanted him to marry his daughter.

Hermia and Lysander decided to run off together into the woods. But the woods were haunted by the Fairy King and Queen - Oberon and Titania, and the King’s mischievous henchman, Puck. The play tells the magical story of the eventual coming together of the four lovers, and Duke Theseus and his bride, Hippolyta.

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The play script is a mix of modern English with some of the famous lines from the real play mixed in as well. I hope you enjoy it – good luck!

There are 26 speaking roles with parts for the whole class; the language is a mix of Shakespearean and more modern English. Ideal for theatre performances or plays, reading activities or guided reading sessions.

Also ideal for older students who need to know the story better without getting wrapped up in the difficult language - Shakespeare is easy to understand if you understand the story!

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In our Shakespeare Play Script Collection we also have:

• Hamlet
• Richard III
• Macbeth

If you want a Christmas play script we also have some fun alternatives:

• Elf
• The Santa Clause
• A Christmas Carol (A School Remix)
• A Christmas Carol (A Traditional Version)
• The Grinch

Other similar or relevant resources:

• Other William Shakespeare Resources
• World History Resources

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For more great resources follow my store ⇉⇉ CLICK HERE

Also, don't forget to leave feedback to earn TeachShare credits to spend!

Nutcracker Ballet Mini Introduction Lesson

Ready to spice up your lessons on Shakespeare’s plays?

Imagine your students passionately delivering lines like, “Thou art a boil, a plague sore, an embossed carbuncle!” Yep, we’re talking about Shakespearean insults, and this printable game is the ultimate way to engage middle and high schoolers while teaching the Bard’s wit and wordplay!

WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT FOR YOUR CLASSROOM OR HOMESCHOOL:

Interactive Learning: Your students will dive headfirst into Shakespearean language through fun, competitive “duels.”

Drama Meets Creativity: They’ll use accents, gestures, and all the flair to bring the insults to life.

No Prep Required: Just print, set up, and let the hilarity unfold!

WHAT YOU'LL GET:

A list of 50 Shakespearean insults to fuel the duels.

Game instructions for individual battles, team play, and improv scenarios (perfect for all group sizes!).

Creative variations like freestyle duels, skit-making, and improv challenges.

NO Prep- just print and play! Easy setup for classrooms, drama clubs, or homeschool groups.

HOW IT WORKS:

Pair Up or Team Up: Students get their insults ready.

The Duel Begins: With dramatic flair, they throw Shakespearean shade at their opponent.

Audience Votes: The most creative and theatrical delivery wins!

Crown a Champion: Continue the duels until the Shakespearean Insult Champion reigns supreme.

PERFECT FOR:

Literature and drama classes studying Shakespeare plays

Icebreakers or fun review days

Homeschool co-ops looking for creative language activities

LOOKING FOR MORE SHAKESPEARE ACTIVITIES?

Check out the Shakespeare Insults Activity Pack.

Both resources are also included in the Shakespeare Insults Activity and Game bundle so you can save on both!

IMPORTANT DETAILS:

This is a digital download. You will not receive anything in the mail.

Please use a computer to download and not your phone.

This file is for personal use only and may not be reproduced or sold commercially.

I don't accept returns, exchanges, or cancellations. But please contact me if you have any problems with your order.

Thank you! :)

-Jennifer

Copyright © 2024 ArnoldWellnessDesign

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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Introduce plays from William Shakespeare by studying the great adaptions from Charles Lamb and Mary Lamb with their Tales From Shakespeare. These are engaging worksheets geared to having your students interact more with the story line and vocabulary used in each play

Tales From Shakespeare are great adaptions of William Shakespeare's play that allow student to be introduced to the story line in a way they can understand while not being too simplistic. Worksheets, crossword, word search, chapter notes are bundled together based on the story. Answer sheets are provided where necessary.

Not reading the whole book..... check out my store for individual posting of each play.

Including: The Tempest

A Midsummer Night's Dream

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.

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Captivate your students, boost confidence, and spark laughter with "Become Anyone, Do Anything: Immersive Roleplaying Cards!" This no-prep, drama class game ignites imaginations and gets students moving.

Here's how it works:

• Grab the deck of cards (included!) brimming with unique character and situation prompts.
• Students pick a card, read it aloud (building public speaking skills!), and then... transform!
• Hilarious scenarios and unexpected characters come to life as students act out their cards with enthusiasm.

Why Teachers Love "Become Anyone, Do Anything":

• Zero prep needed: Just shuffle the cards and get started!
• Boosts confidence: Public speaking and acting practice in a fun, low-pressure environment.
• Enhances creativity: Students think on their feet, embodying diverse characters and situations.
• Improvisation practice: Thinking creatively and adapting to new situations, a valuable life skill.
• Fun brain break: Enliven your class and refocus students with this engaging activity.

Benefits for Students:

• Develop public speaking skills: Present their cards with confidence and clarity.
• Explore self-expression: Step outside their comfort zones and embrace new personas.
• Spark imagination: Think creatively to bring their characters and situations to life.
• Promote teamwork: Students may build upon each other's performances organically.
• Unleash laughter and joy: A fun learning experience that fosters a positive classroom environment.

"Become Anyone, Do Anything" is the perfect drama class activity for:

• Warm-up exercises to energize the class.
• Icebreakers to help students get to know each other.
• Creative writing prompts to spark storytelling ideas.
• Character development exercises to explore different personalities.
• And simply, for pure, imaginative FUN!

Order "Become Anyone, Do Anything" today and watch your drama class blossom with confidence and creativity!

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In this lesson, students learn interesting facts about the modern Broadway composer, Leonard Bernstein and his work, as they complete several projects including a WebQuest (Internet Scavenger Hunt) to answer questions about the topic. A complete answer key is provided for the WebQuest for easy grading, along with resources for both teachers and students. The student questions are included in both a print version and a digital (editable) version to make it easy for students to complete the lesson digitally or on paper. Then, students research their choice of one of his famous musicals and create a presentation or a video about it using their choice of Web 2.0 tools such as Adobe Creative Express (formerly Adobe Spark), eMaze, Canva, etc. (all are free, no download needed) or by using Microsoft Office or Google Apps. A full list of software/technology options is listed in the student lesson instructions and includes links to tutorials. For classrooms with limited technology, this lesson can be completed with students working in pairs or small groups. The completed presentations can be shared with the rest of the class if the teacher chooses.

This lesson is intended to be an introduction to the topic and was designed for middle school (grades 6-8) but could be used in high school as well. This lesson could be used in a music, drama, history or technology class and is also a great lesson to leave for a substitute teacher!

Files included:

· Teacher & Student Resources

· Learning about Leonard Bernstein WebQuest Activity (print and
editable digital files included)

· Learning about Leonard Bernstein WebQuest Answer Key

· Musical Compositions of Leonard Bernstein Project Expectations with Rubric

Approximate Lesson Duration:

· WebQuest - 1 (50 minute) class period

· Presentation / Video Project (including research) – 2-4 (50 minute) class periods

· Optional: additional time for students to present their project to the class (time will vary depending on class size).

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Dive into the festive spirit of Pancake Day and Shrove Tuesday with these engaging Paper Craft Crown Templates, perfect for learners in kindergarten, preschool & early elementary. This hands on art set offers 6 black & white designs. Ideal for classroom activities, morning work, centers or as a creative task for early finishers. Transform your students learning into an interactive celebration of Pancake Day/Shrove Tuesday, making it an unforgettable part of their educational journey.

Ways to use these crown crafts:

1. Literacy Integration: Integrate the Pancake Day/Shrove Tuesday crown craft into literacy lessons by having your students write short stories or poems about Pancake Day and then present them wearing their crowns.
2. Math Connections: Incorporate math lessons by challenging students to solve pancake-themed math problems before they earn pieces of their crown to color and assemble.
3. Cultural Studies: Use the crown-making activity as an opportunity to teach students about the history and significance of Shrove Tuesday and how it is celebrated in different parts of the world. After the discussion, students can decorate their crowns with symbols or phrases that reflect what they've learned about the traditions and practices of various cultures on this day.
4. Community Building: You can use these crafts to foster a sense of community and teamwork in the classroom by organizing a Pancake Day parade or a crown-wearing ceremony.

Side Pieces Included:

1. Pancakes: Stack 'Em High!
2. Syrup and Smiles on Shrove Tuesday.
3. Flip, Flip, Hooray for Pancake Day!
4. Batter Up for Shrove Tuesday Fun!
5. Flipping Fun on Shrove Tuesday!

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Get students involved in your class reading or begin writing their own skits! This product allows students to participate in your classes more through SKITS & READER'S THEATRE! This product can be used for 6th - 12th grade students. Check it out!

This Product Includes:

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Teach your students about conflict management through this engaging Passive, Assertive, or Aggressive AVID improv game. This would be perfect to pair with your passive, assertive, or aggressive lesson OR used as a fun team building game. This is also a great way for students to practice their public speaking skills.

Directions:

• Each slide will have a number and that number represents how many actors will participate in the improv.
• Actors will be given a challenge to act out a different scenario and will decide who plays what role as a team.
• Actors should draw a card to decide if they are playing a passive, assertive, or aggressive role.
• They must portray a passive, assertive, or aggressive tone as they act out the scenario.
• The student audience will try to guess what tone each actor is portraying.

*consider having audience teams and points

What's Included:

• 1 direction slide
• 1 teach slide with definitions and examples of passive, assertive, and aggressive behaviors
• 15 scenario slides

Some Scenario Examples:

• At a police station being interrogated
• Girl Scouts selling cookies to someone
• News anchor just before the apocalypse

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Introduce plays from William Shakespeare by studying the great adaptions from Charles Lamb and Mary Lamb with their Tales From Shakespeare. These are engaging worksheets geared to having your students interact more with the story line and vocabulary used in Midsummer Night's Dream.

Tales From Shakespeare are great adaptions of William Shakespeare's play that allow student to be introduced to the story line in a way they can understand while not being too simplistic. Worksheets, crossword, word search, chapter notes are bundled together based on the story. Answer sheets are provided where necessary.

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Organize your next play or musical production with our Character Description Breakdown Template! This dynamic resource is a must-have for directors, educators, and students alike, serving as a versatile tool to elevate your theatre productions and class resources.

For Directors: Streamline your audition process with ease and precision. Our template allows you to craft detailed character profiles with fields for character description, gender identity, age range, vocal range, and even special casting notes and considerations. Whether you're preparing for auditions, crafting announcements, or finalizing casting decisions, this tool will become your go-to guide for bringing characters to life with clarity and creativity.

For Educators and Students: Dive deeper into character analysis and understanding with this engaging assignment tool. Perfect for directing classes or theatre studies, students can use the template to present their insights on characters from plays or musicals they have read or watched. This resource encourages critical thinking and allows students to showcase their comprehension of character motivations, relationships, and development from a director’s perspective.

Features:

• Comprehensive Sections: Cover everything from character traits and background to vocal range, age range, and more.
• User-Friendly Layout: Designed for ease of use, allowing you to focus on creativity and analysis without getting bogged down by complex formatting.
• Adaptable & Versatile: Suitable for any play or musical, this template is fully customizable to match the production or producing company’s fonts and styles, making it a timeless addition to your theatrical toolkit.
• Printable & Digital Formats: Access the template in a way that suits your needs, whether you prefer a hands-on approach or a digital workflow.

Elevate your theatre experience with our Play & Musical Character Description Breakdown Template—where every character’s story becomes a masterpiece waiting to unfold!

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