Pre-K Drama Activities

A prop box is a container filled with toys and other props that are related to a dramatic play theme. Prop boxes inspire meaningful, imaginative play, which is essential for the development of self-regulation skills.

This packet contains 50 dramatic play prop box themes for you to use! Each prop box theme comes with a cute printable label that you can affix right to the box. You also get a list of items to include in each box, as well as suggested activities for every prop box. You will find over 30 helpful tips that will get you started on using prop boxes in your classroom. In addition, there are 30 pages of printable activities that will help you implement the prop box themes.

Included Dramatic Play Themes:

Archeology

Astronaut

Babies

Bakery

Beach

Bedtime

Birthday

Camping

Candy Store

Car Mechanic

Carpentry

Castle

Chef

Clothing

Circus

Cleaning

Dancing

Detective

Dish Washing

Doctor

Farmer’s Market

Fire Fighter

Fishing

Flower Shop

Garden

Gift Wrap

Grocery Store

Hair Salon

Hot Cocoa Stand

Ice Cream Parlor

Jewelry Store

Laundromat

Magician

Office

Optometrist

Painter

Pet Store

Picnic

Pizza

Post Office

Police Officer

Restaurant

Shoe Store

Scientist

Superhero

Toy Store

Tourist

Train Station

Veterinarian

Wedding

Zoo

Start your class off with these engaging icebreaker dice where students have fun doing animal actions like:

Act; stomp; eat; hop; sound; run... like a... monkey; frog; cat; cow; elephant; lion.

What is this and what should you do?

Each student rolls the action die and the animal die. Students act out whatever they get.

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[SCIENCE] Back to School | All About Me Science | Science Scavenger Hunt ⭐

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A fun, simple toddler and preschool friendly dragon yoga sequence.

Poses: Superhero (locust pose), cobra, down dog, mountain pose

Looking for a way to boost engagement, solidify learning, and turn your classroom into a laugh-filled zone? Look no further than the "Act It Out" activity! This dynamic game is more than just fun and giggles; it's a powerful tool that can supercharge your students' learning in any subject and at any age.

Here's how "Act It Out" benefits your students:

• Boosts Engagement: "Act It Out" transforms passive learning into active participation. Students become invested in the learning process as they take center stage to act out scenarios.
• Solidifies Understanding: By physically portraying key concepts, students gain a deeper understanding that goes beyond memorization. Laughter further strengthens those connections, making information more memorable.
• Enhances Creativity: "Act It Out" encourages students to think creatively as they interpret and portray information in a new way.
• Fun for All Ages & Subjects: The beauty of "Act It Out" is its versatility. It can be adapted to any subject and age group, making it a valuable tool for every educator's toolbox.

Ready to transform your classroom into a place of laughter and learning? Let's get acting!

"Act It Out" is the perfect solution for teachers who want to:

• Make learning fun and engaging
• Improve student comprehension and retention
• Foster creativity and critical thinking skills
• Create a more positive and interactive learning environment

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This adorable Safari Animals Paper Crown Headbands Printable by “The Fun Sheep” is a delightful addition for a charming school craft project that kids will absolutely adore

With these Paper Crowns, children can step into the shoes of their favorite Safari creatures. It's the perfect activity to celebrate learning about animals, making it a fantastic choice for an end-of-year project or any time you want to make your lessons more fun and exciting

What comes in the product:

- SET OF 12 Paper Hat templates (12 Color + 12 Black & white version)

- Set includes: Buffalo, Cheetah, Crocodile, Flamingo, Hippopotamus, Hyena, Lioness, Mandrill, Meerkat, Ostrich, Tiger, Warthog

- 24 pages to print

- A4 paper Size

- Best to print on card stock (Colors will vary depending on printer used)

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This fun and engaging gingerbread house and sweets shop themed pretend play center encourages students to play imaginary roles of building a gingerbread house and operating a sweets shop. Students will engage in literacy, self-regulation, fine/gross motor skills, and social skills.

What is dramatic play?

It’s the kind of play where kids take on roles and act them out as a way of exploring themselves and their surroundings. By pretending to be someone—or something—else, children can learn new ways to express themselves, share thoughts and ideas, and even get in touch with their feelings.

Dramatic play is a very important part of childhood development. Students will engage in literacy, self-regulation, fine motor skills, gross motor skills, and social skills. They will be interacting with one another in positive ways and learning so much without realizing it!

Here’s what you’ll get:

• Sweet Shop Menu
• Hours Sign
• Open and Closed Signs
• Order Here, Pay Here Signs
• Pretend Money
• Gumball Machine Sign
• Gingerbread Men and Houses to Color

All of the hard work is done for you. Simply print and cut out the LOW PREP pages and laminate them for use year after year.

Optionally you can add hard goods to make it more interactive. For example, fake candy, fake cookies, bowls for decoration, and boxes/bags for orders!

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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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Extension chant to the book "One Lonely Fish". A great addition to this book which does not have too many words and perfect for keeping a steady beat!

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Kickstart the school year with this engaging and informative bundle designed to foster learning, collaboration, and community in your classroom. Packed with fun activities, this resource covers math, science, and icebreaker activity while providing valuable insights into your students' strengths and learning styles.

What's Included:

• Math Calculator
• Science-Themed Icebreaker Questions: Spark curiosity and critical thinking with thought-provoking prompts.
• Science Scavenger Hunt
• Get to Know You Bingo: Build a strong classroom community through fun and interactive icebreaker activities DICE AND BINGO.
• Get to Know You Backpack
• Tell Me About Your Child Form: Gather essential information from parents to support student success.

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This engaging activity offers two creative approaches to exploring Thanksgiving traditions and food.

Option 1: Dramatic Play

• Laminated Play Food: Create a set of laminated food items, such as turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, cranberry sauce, pumpkin pie, and rolls.
• Dramatic Play Area: Place the laminated food items in the dramatic play area, along with play plates, utensils, and tablecloths.
• Student Engagement: Encourage students to create their own Thanksgiving dinner plates by selecting and arranging the food items.

Option 2: Arts and Crafts

• Food Cutouts: Provide students with pre-cut shapes of various Thanksgiving foods.
• Creative Assembly: Allow students to color, decorate, and cut out the food items.
• Thanksgiving Plate: Have students glue the food items onto a paper plate to create their own personalized Thanksgiving dinner.

Benefits for Students:
Both approaches offer a multitude of benefits for students:
Cognitive Development:

• Problem-Solving: Students must decide which foods to include on their plates, considering their preferences and dietary restrictions.
• Decision-Making: They can practice making choices about food portions and combinations.
• Sequencing: Students can sequence the steps involved in preparing a Thanksgiving meal, from cooking to serving.

Social-Emotional Development:

• Cooperation: Students can work together to set up the dramatic play area or assist each other with the arts and crafts project.
• Communication: They can discuss their food choices, preferences, and Thanksgiving traditions with peers.
• Empathy: By imagining themselves as hosts of a Thanksgiving dinner, students can develop empathy for others.

Language Development:

• Vocabulary: Students can learn new vocabulary related to Thanksgiving, such as "turkey," "stuffing," and "cranberry sauce."
• Sentence Structure: They can practice using descriptive language to describe the appearance, taste, and smell of different foods.
• Storytelling: Students can create stories about their Thanksgiving experiences, incorporating the food items they have chosen.

Fine Motor Skills:

• Cutting: The arts and crafts approach provides opportunities for students to practice cutting skills.
• Gluing: Students can develop their fine motor skills by gluing the food items to the plate.
• Manipulating Objects: In the dramatic play area, students can practice manipulating the laminated food items and utensils.

By participating in this activity, students can develop a deeper understanding of Thanksgiving traditions, enhance their creativity, and strengthen various cognitive, social-emotional, and language skills.

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This adorable Zoo Animals Paper Crown Headbands Printable by “The Fun Sheep” is a delightful addition for a charming school craft project that kids will absolutely adore

With these Paper Crowns, children can step into the shoes of their favorite Zoo creatures. It's the perfect activity to celebrate learning about animals, making it a fantastic choice for an end-of-year project or any time you want to make your lessons more fun and exciting.

What comes in the product:

- SET OF 12 Paper Hat templates (12 Color + 12 Black & white version)

- Set includes: Giraffe, Gorilla, Hippo, Lion, Monkey, Ostrich, Panda Bear, Penguin, Polar Bear, Rhino, Tiger, Zebra

- 24 pages to print

- A4 paper Size

- Best to print on card stock (Colors will vary depending on printer used)

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Looking for a fun way to get your students practicing social skills through dramatic pretend play? This Lemonade Stand dramatic pretend play center is perfect to incorporate into your classroom encouraging playing roles of going to a lemonade stand!

What is dramatic play?

It’s the kind of play where kids take on roles and act them out as a way of exploring themselves and their surroundings. By pretending to be someone—or something—else, children can learn new ways to express themselves, share thoughts and ideas, and even get in touch with their feelings.

Dramatic play is a very important part of childhood development. Students will engage in literacy, self-regulation, fine motor skills, gross motor skills, and social skills. They will be interacting with one another in positive ways and learning so much without realizing it!

Here’s what you’ll get:

• Lemonade stand sign
• How to make lemonade sign
• labels (lemon, sugar, straw, cups, ice cubes, spoons)
• Pay here/pick up here signs
• Variety of lemon cutouts
• Menu with pricing
• We are open sign
• We are closed sign
• Fresh lemonade $5 sign
• Lemonade banner

All of the hard work is done for you. Simply print and cut out the LOW PREP pages and laminate them for use year after year.

Optionally you can add hard goods to make it more interactive.

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Use these chants to introduce more literature into the classroom and make the books you are using relevant to music! Use the chant to "Freeda the Cheetah" to explore movement and play along with rhythm sticks. Follow up with a lesson on rhyming words. The chant for "One Lonely Fish" is perfect for keeping a steady beat and making this book more engaging for your little ones. Use the chant in "Pokko and the Drum" to play along with Pokko the frog on her adventures. "The Very Quiet Cricket" is great for teaching whisper voice. Finally, try to wake up the elephant from his sleep in "Wakey, Wakey, Elephant"! Use the additional activities with the some of the chants to extend your lessons. Can be used across several grade levels PreK-2nd grade.

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This engaging activity combines hands-on crafting with imaginative play to offer a multitude of benefits for young learners.

Benefits for Students:

Cognitive Development:

• Problem-solving: Children will need to think creatively to assemble their burgers, considering the order of the ingredients and the best way to attach them.
• Sequencing: Constructing the burger involves following a specific sequence of steps, enhancing their understanding of order and process.
• Spatial Awareness: Arranging the ingredients on the bun requires spatial reasoning and visualization skills.

Language and Literacy:

• Vocabulary: The activity introduces new vocabulary related to food, cooking, and restaurants, expanding their word bank.
• Narrative Skills: During dramatic play, children can create stories and dialogues, practicing their storytelling abilities.
• Communication Skills: Engaging in role-play encourages effective communication and interaction with peers.

Social-Emotional Development:

• Cooperation: Working together to create burgers or role-playing in a restaurant setting fosters collaboration and teamwork.
• Empathy: Taking on different roles allows children to understand and appreciate diverse perspectives.
• Self-expression: Through creative play, children can express their thoughts, feelings, and ideas.

Fine Motor Skills:

• Dexterity: Cutting, gluing, and manipulating small objects like burger patties and lettuce leaves refines fine motor control.
• Hand-eye Coordination: Precisely placing ingredients on the bun requires coordination between hand and eye movements.

By combining these elements, the Hamburger Craft and Dramatic Play activity provides a fun and enriching learning experience that promotes holistic development in young children.

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This adorable Arctic Animals Paper Crown Headbands Printable by “The Fun Sheep” is a delightful addition for a charming school craft project that kids will absolutely adore

With these Paper Crowns, children can step into the shoes of their favorite Arctic creatures. It's the perfect activity to celebrate learning about animals, making it a fantastic choice for an end-of-year project or any time you want to make your lessons more fun and exciting

What comes in the product:

- SET OF 9 Paper Hat templates (9 Color + 9 Black & white version)

- Set includes: Owl, Penguin, Polar Bear, Seal, Seal Cub, Walrus, Wolf

- 18 pages to print

- A4 paper Size

- Best to print on card stock (Colors will vary depending on printer used)

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This fun and engaging donut shop themed pretend play center encourages students to play imaginary roles of a working and running a donut shop. Students will engage in literacy, self-regulation, fine/gross motor skills, and social skills.

What is dramatic play?

It’s the kind of play where kids take on roles and act them out as a way of exploring themselves and their surroundings. By pretending to be someone—or something—else, children can learn new ways to express themselves, share thoughts and ideas, and even get in touch with their feelings.

Dramatic play is a very important part of childhood development. Students will engage in literacy, self-regulation, fine motor skills, gross motor skills, and social skills. They will be interacting with one another in positive ways and learning so much without realizing it!

Here’s what you’ll get:

• Donut Shop Prices
• Open/Closed Signs
• Menu
• 4 Pages of Donuts to Color
• Box Here, Order Here, Mix Here Signs
• Labels - Chocolate, Vanilla, Strawberry, Cheese
• Job Tags - Baker, Cashier, Decorator, Crew Member
• Hours Sign
• Donuts Box

All of the hard work is done for you. Simply print and cut out the LOW PREP pages and laminate them for use year after year.

Optionally you can add hard goods to make it more interactive. For example, fake donuts or donuts plushes and boxes for the donuts.

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This adorable Woodland Animals Paper Crown Headbands Printable by “The Fun Sheep” is a delightful addition for a charming school craft project that kids will absolutely adore

With these Paper Crowns, children can step into the shoes of their favorite forest creatures. It's the perfect activity to celebrate learning about animals, making it a fantastic choice for an end-of-year project or any time you want to make your lessons more fun and exciting

What comes in the product:

- SET OF 6 Paper Hat templates (6 Color + 6 Black & white version)

- Set includes: Bear, Deer, Frog, Mouse, Raccoon, Squirrel

- 12 pages to print

- A4 paper Size

- Best to print on card stock (Colors will vary depending on printer used)

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Looking for a fun way to get your students practicing social skills through dramatic pretend play? This secret spy agent dramatic play printables set is perfect to incorporate into center time through playing imaginary roles.

What is dramatic play?

It’s the kind of play where kids take on roles and act them out as a way of exploring themselves and their surroundings. By pretending to be someone—or something—else, children can learn new ways to express themselves, share thoughts and ideas, and even get in touch with their feelings.

Dramatic play is a very important part of childhood development. Students will engage in literacy, self-regulation, fine motor skills, gross motor skills, and social skills. They will be interacting with one another in positive ways and learning so much without realizing it!

Here’s what you’ll get:

• Design a Yard Page
• Job Name Tags - florist, cashier, delivery driver
• Flower Order Form
• Supply Labels - Watering Can, Succulent, Gardening Fork, Flowers, Vegetables, Tools
• Flower Shop Order Form
• Florist Checklist
• Flower Delivery Form
• Seeds Display
• Garden Shop Price Tags
• Seed Packets
• Today's Special Sign
• Pretend Money
• Pretend Garden Soil Bag
• Tree Posters
• Pay Here Sign
• Garden Store Hours Sign
• Open/Closed Signs

All of the hard work is done for you. Simply print and cut out the LOW PREP pages and laminate them for use year after year.

Optionally you can add hard goods to make it more interactive.

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This adorable Fall Pumpkin Patch Pretend Play Kit by “The Fun Sheep” is the ideal addition to your child's playroom, playdate, or birthday party, providing endless hours of creative fun and imaginative play to celebrate the pumpkin season

A Fun Printable to encourage little ones to learn new vocabulary expressive language and practice social skills

What comes in the product:

- Pumpkin Patch Banner

- Welcome We Are Open / Sorry We Are Closed Signs

- Pay Here / Pick Up Here Signs

- Pumpkin Pretend Money

- Prices Sign / Order Form

- Labels

- Pumpkin, Pumpkin Pie, Sunflowers and Hayride Signs

- Hayride Tickets

- Opening Times Sign

- Role Name Tags

- Receipts

- Coupons

- Cutouts for Play

- 27 pages to print

- A4 paper Size

- Best to print on card stock (Colors will vary depending on printer used)

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This fun and engaging money and banking themed pretend play center encourages students to play imaginary roles of being a banker. Students will engage in literacy, self-regulation, fine/gross motor skills, and social skills.

What is dramatic play?

It’s the kind of play where kids take on roles and act them out as a way of exploring themselves and their surroundings. By pretending to be someone—or something—else, children can learn new ways to express themselves, share thoughts and ideas, and even get in touch with their feelings.

Dramatic play is a very important part of childhood development. Students will engage in literacy, self-regulation, fine motor skills, gross motor skills, and social skills. They will be interacting with one another in positive ways and learning so much without realizing it!

Here's what you'll get:

• Open/Closed Signs
• Teller Desk Sign
• Money Vault Label
• Check In Sign
• Please Wait Sign
• Labels - Credit Card, Debit Card, Savings, Checking, Dime, Quarter, Penny, Nickel
• Pretend Money
• Account Application
• Credit Card Application
• Deposit Slip
• Sign In Sheet
• Bank Hours Sign
• Pretend Checks
• Cashier & Manager Signs
• Pretend Debit/Credit Cards
• Bank Pennant

All of the hard work is done for you. Simply print the LOW PREP pages and laminate for use year after year.

You can add hard goods to make it more interactive.

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