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Bible Easter Story Drama Play: Jesus' Resurrection and Final Days - Christian
By Michellecurtis
Dive into the heart of Easter with "Easter Story Play: Jesus' Resurrection and Final Days," a richly detailed script designed for educational and religious settings. This play script includes a variety of roles, from Jesus Christ and His disciples to Pontius Pilate and Mary Magdalene, allowing for broad participation. With scenes spanning from Jerusalem's streets to the solemnity of Golgotha and the joy of the resurrection, it provides a comprehensive portrayal of biblical events. Ideal for enhancing Easter celebrations, religious studies, and theatrical performances, this script offers a meaningful way to explore faith, sacrifice, and renewal.
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This play script is a valuable resource for anyone looking to create a powerful and educational Easter performance that resonates with audiences of all ages.
Tales From Shakespeare: The Tempest by Charles and Mary Lamb: Worksheet Bundle
By Tomorrowcomes
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 The Tempest.
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.
Check for more Tales From Shakespeare worksheets being posted for each play!!!
Including: Midsummer Night's Dream
Tales From Shakespeare Bundle
100th Day of School Character Study: Drama Activity
By Colleen Burdette
Celebrate the 100th Day with older students:
I have transitioned from elementary school to middle school and am teaching drama. I felt this was a good class to try a fun, thoughtful 100th day activity.
Students will choose a person who could be a "character" either fictional or real. The person must be old (I said 80, but did lower the age to 75 for students who could make a good argument) but they do not have 100. I also allowed the students to choose someone who has passed away as long as they were old when they passed away. So, yes to Elaine Stritch, no to Marilyn Monroe.
Students will have a research worksheet to complete about this person which will help them give a presentation about this person. They may present as the person or present about the person.
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Hamilton vs. Burr: Conflict Character Analysis Lyrics, Slides, Writing Prompts
By TooBookedUp
I am not throwing away my shot! Hamilton vs. Burr: A Musical Journey through Conflict and Character is an innovative resource designed for upper middle school and lower high school English Language Arts teachers. This engaging packet leverages the powerful narrative of the musical 'Hamilton' to delve into the intricate dynamics between two of America's founding fathers, Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr. This literary analysis is an easy way to practice plot, conflict, and character development while enjoying some of the best songs from the Hamilton Musical soundtrack.
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'Hamilton vs. Burr: A Musical Journey through Conflict and Character' is more than just a teaching resource; it's a gateway to exploring history, literature, and music in an immersive and captivating way. Prepare to bring the excitement of 'Hamilton' into your classroom and watch as your students develop a richer understanding of literary analysis, historical context, and character study.
Shakespearean Insults | Introduction to Shakespeare Activities and Game Bundle
By Jennifer Arnold
Let's face it, Shakespeare can be a bit ...boring.
But not with this Shakespearean Insults activity pack and game bundle!
Get your students laughing while they learn Shakespeare vocabulary and interact with Shakespeare's plays in a whole new way.
Perfect for students in grades 6-12!
WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS FOR YOUR CLASSROOM OR HOMESCHOOL:
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
Shakespearean Insult verbal duel dramatic play game.
Roast (Insult) building game
Matching Quiz
Shakespeare trivia
3 Glossaries
What would Shakespeare Say activity
Music activity
Art activity- create a comic
Battle of wits game- verbal smackdown
Synopsis and insults from 12 plays: King Lear
Romeo and Juliet
The Taming of the Shrew
Hamlet
Macbeth
The Taming of the Shrew
Midsummer Nights Dream
Julius Caesar
The Tempest
Othello
Merchant of Venice
Twelfth Night
Much Ado About Nothing
This pack is a game-changer for anyone who wants to make Shakespeare come alive in their classroom.
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
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By Educate and Create
Looking for a fun way to get your students talking, moving, and collaborating? Look no further!
The focus of this breakout is both Shakespeare’s As You Like It. The activities in this breakout game are designed to help students review what they have read in the play. A great review game before a test or quiz. Comes complete with answer key.
Lionel Messi - Readers Theatre Script
By Clodagh
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.
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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!
Fairy Tale Monologue and Script - Drama and Language Arts
By MsNerdWood
Fairy Tale Scenarios
This is a 3 part individual/group assignment where groups (of 4-6) are given a problem based on a well known fairy tale where students have to write and perform their solution to the problem. Students will write out a monologue individually and as a group will write the body of the script. After the groups have resolved their problem, each group member will have a chance to reflect on how their character feels after the resolution of the problem. This activity would be appropriate for middle school students. This package will provide your students with hours of entertainment that include opportunities to write and showcase their creativity. For teachers, it provides great opportunities to teach script writing, assess writing samples, dramatic performances, and to foster group cooperation.
Topics Covered:
Monologues
Script Writing
Dramatic Performances
Fairy Tales:
Cinderella: The Shoe Fits ALL Of Us!
3 Little Pigs: I’m Not Paying Insurance!
Snow White: Time To Move On?
The Ugly Ducking: Is Plastic Surgery The Answer?
Cinderella 2.0: Matters Of The Family
Rubrics Included:
Written Work – Individual First Monologue
Written Work – Individual Writing for Final Monologue
Written Work – Group – Script Writing
Performances - Individual
Performances – Group
Peer Assessment
Self-Assessment
I hope you enjoy this drama and language arts based activity.
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By Rigorous Resources for High School English
Teaching a play by William Shakespeare? Want to provide students with a fascinating overview of the author's life, the construction of the Globe Theater, the language of early-modern English, the rhythm of iambic pentameter, and more? This 50-page EDITABLE resource has EVERYTHING you could possibly want to introduce ANY play by William Shakespeare....
This comprehensive bundle includes a Biography of the Bard, an account of the construction of the Globe Theater, handouts and exercises to help students understand Shakespeare's language, a Shakespearean insult generator, worksheets and quizzes introducing students to iambic pentameter, and more.
Here's what you'll find inside this 50-page resource bundle:
• William Shakespeare Biography: This 4-page biography of William Shakespeare explains the conditions of his early life and schooling in Stratford-upon-Avon, how he became involved in the London theater scene, the impact which the death of his son Hamnet had upon his writing career, his gradual transition from comedies to tragedies, and more. Includes a comprehension check with answer key. (5 pages)
• The Globe Theater: A 2-page handout on what inspired Shakespeare's acting company to build the Globe Theater. A dispute with the landlord of their old theater motivated Shakespeare's company to meet with lanterns in the middle of the night, disassemble their old playhouse, and transport the timber across the Thames River to the plot of land where they would build the Globe. How did the construction of the Globe infuse new life into Shakespeare's company? How would Shakespeare make reference to the Globe in plays written after its construction in 1599? Includes a comprehension check with answer key. (4 pages)
• Shakespeare's Language: A 3-page handout on the crucial topic of Shakespeare's language. Literary scholars have pointed out that "the life of Shakespeare's plays is in the language." What's so special about Shakespeare's language? Did he really invent 1,700 new words? What kinds of words did he invent, and how do they contribute to the meaning of his plays? Includes a comprehension check with answer key. (5 pages)
• Renaissance Glossary: This 2-page glossary features 50 words that appear frequently within Shakespeare's plays but are no longer used in modern-day speech: adieu, beseech, ere, fain, naught, prithee, troth, wot, etc. Familiarizing students with this words will make their reading experience much smoother! This glossary includes a definition for each word as well as an example of how it's used in Shakespeare's plays. (2 pages)
• Translation Practice: This 2-page worksheet features 20 brief quotations from a diverse range of Shakespeare's plays. Challenge students to translate each quotation into modern English. This exercise gives students a change to demonstrate their understanding of the words in the Renaissance Glossary. Includes answer key. (4 pages)
• Decode the Idiom: This 1-page worksheet features 12 quotations that feature idioms which Shakespeare invented: wear my heart on my sleeve, all that glitters is not gold, I have a charmed life, as good luck would have it, and more. Challenge students to identify the idiom by filling in the word missing from the quotation. Then have students explain the meaning of the idiom. Includes answer key. (2 pages)
• Blank Verse: A 2-page handout on the when and why Shakespeare employs blank verse (i.e. unrhymed iambic pentameter). This handout explains how blank verse emerged as a popular verse form as well as what distinguished Shakespeare's usage of blank verse. When and why do some of Shakespeare's characters break with the regular rhythms of blank verse? Why might some characters alternate between using verse and prose? (2 pages)
• Scansion Practice: Students learn to identify iambic pentameter by scanning 10 well-known quotations from Shakespeare's plays. Includes answer key. (4 pages)
• Quizzes on Meter (x2): The 2 quizzes on meter are designed to asses whether students are able to accurately scan Shakespearean lines. Each quiz features 10 quotations from Shakespeare's plays. Includes answer keys. (8 pages)
• Shakespearean Insult Generator: Shakespeare's characters are exceptionally creative in their elaboration of insults. Indeed, some scholars have suggested that the insults in Shakespeare's plays amount to their own education in wit. If your students are sufficiently mature, you could use this exercise to invite them to generate their own original Shakespearean insults. (2 pages)
The resource will download as a Zip folder which contains the entire 50-page unit in two separate formats: Word Doc *and* PDF. Because the Word Doc is fully EDITABLE, you'll be able to customize it to match your teaching style and/or the skill levels of your students — year after year! If you don't have Microsoft Word, you'll still be able to access a PDF version of the full unit — which is easy to navigate and quick to print!
If you have questions about ANYTHING related to Shakespeare, please don't hesitate to get in touch! This unit was designed by a Ph.D. in English who has devoted over 20 years to studying Shakespeare — and who currently teaches a course called "Shakespeare's Masterpieces." I LOVE hearing from fellow teachers who share a passion for great literature. Wishing you an amazing experience with the Swan of Avon!
Happy teaching!
Adam Jernigan, Ph.D.
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Feel free to check out these complete units on Shakespeare's masterpieces:
COMPLETE UNIT with Workbooks on Romeo and Juliet
COMPLETE UNIT with Workbooks on Julius Caesar
COMPLETE UNIT with Workbooks on Macbeth
COMPLETE UNIT with Workbooks on Othello
COMPLETE UNIT with Workbooks on Hamlet
COMPLETE UNIT with Workbooks on Much Ado About Nothing
Become Anyone, Do Anything: Immersive Role Playing Cards!
By Inspired By MlG
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.
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Theatre Play & Musical Production Permission, Policies & Expectations Form
By Classroom to Curtain
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Bring your theatre productions to life and keep your focus on the creative side with our expertly designed Theatre Play & Musical Production Permission, Policies, and Expectations Form! Crafted by a seasoned theatre educator, this comprehensive resource is your one-stop solution for setting clear guidelines and ensuring smooth, successful productions from auditions to strike.
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Grab your copy today and take the first step towards an unforgettable theatrical experience!
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Hamlet | A Play Script for Young Performers | FREE PREVIEW
By Creative Primary Literacy
This is a free preview of the Hamlet - Play Script. The full play script is available for just $4.75 by following the link above.
The play script is suitable for students aged 9 to 14. 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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AVID Public Speaking Digital Activity - Passive, Assertive, or Aggressive
By KJ Inspired Resources
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:
*consider having audience teams and points
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Click HERE to see our other AVID resources. We also have several great AVID bundle options available down below!
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Broadway Composers - Leonard Bernstein WebQuest & Presentation Project
By Innovations in Technology
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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By Bright Classroom Ideas Marketplace
The tragedy of political aspirations
A courageous Scottish general called Macbeth is given a prediction by three witches that he will someday be King of Scotland. Driven by ambition and urged into action by his wife, Macbeth kills King Duncan and quickly transforms into a tyrannical leader. Core themes in Shakespeare's Macbeth encompass: the conflict of good and evil, the perils of ambition, the impact of supernatural elements, the disparity between appearance and truth, as well as loyalty and remorse. A prominent theme in Macbeth is ambition, evident in both Macbeth and Lady Macbeth. They are lured by the notion that Macbeth will ascend to the throne – Macbeth is uncertain about his choices, but his wife is relentless in pursuing her desires – she considers her husband a coward and seems willing to go to any lengths.
Ambition drives one to wickedness - it empowers Macbeth, increasing his resolve, yet ultimately leads to his wife's madness.
Ambition ultimately destroys Macbeth as well, as he turns into a tyrant and consequently alienates his friends.
This lesson plan, which lasts nearly 6 hours (depending on your class size, of course), provides a comprehensive analysis of William Shakespeare's renowned play. It comprises spoken and written tasks, arranged into four worksheets. The responses are also incorporated.
Pancake Day & Shrove Tuesday Crown Crafts - Engaging Easter Activity
By Mrs Wates Teaching Creations
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:
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By Language Arts Excellence
Make your classroom pop with this set of 30 beautifully-made posters featuring quotes from William Shakespeare's most famous tragedy of star-crossed lovers, Romeo & Juliet. Each 7.5 x 7.5 (square) PDF poster contains a noteworthy quote from the play imposed over a stunning photograph that will spruce up your ELA classroom. The square format is reminiscent of Instagram and makes for an eye-catching arrangement on your wall or bulletin board. I suggest laminating the posters and using them not just during your Romeo & Juliet unit, but all year long!
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More Shakespearean quote posters by Language Arts Excellence:
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SKITS, READER'S THEATRE, & SUCH [MEGA-PACK]
By Richard B Williams
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! Skit Action Cards, Skit Action Sheets, 4 Projects, and Suggested Uses. This product can be used for 6th - 12th grade students. Check it out!
This Product Includes:
1. 2 STYLES of WORKSHEET ACTIVITIES
2. 4 Projects
3. 44 SKIT ACTION CARDS
4. Black & White Versions
5. BLANK SKIT ACTION CARDS for Teacher Creativity
6. 4+ Pages of Clarification and Explanation of Uses of this Item
will help to make your classroom GREAT!
Script Writing | Video Production Course | Storytelling
By Reece's Tech Shop by Scott Reece
As a video production teacher, one of the most important parts of my class is to make sure that my students can write a script. Whether it’s the script for the daily news show or the script for a short film, the process is still the same...it’s basic writing. I take a week at the beginning of the semester to talk about script writing in general. Here are those plans.
Day 1 ~ Introduce the idea of movie scripts. Read some movie scripts. Links included to three movies.
Day 2 ~ Brainstorm your script. Work out details on Location.
Day 3 ~ Character Development
Day 4 ~ Introduce Synopsis
Day 5 ~ Write Synopsis and Share movie ideas
Other Video Production Lessons
How We Reimagined Our School News Program
History of Broadcast and Film
A Camera and It's Parts (DSLR Edition)