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Elementary drama research
Broadway Musical Group Research Project
This is a week-long project your kids will love! Students work in groups to research a Broadway musical of their choice. They work together to create a poster and presentation to share their information with the rest of the class. This download includes detailed teacher instructions/scoring guide, student instruction sheets, and a "group evaluation" page for students to fill out after they make their presentations. Students take a lot of ownership over their projects because they are in char
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5th - 12th
Careers in Theatre - Drama - Research Project
This Careers in Theatre Research Project will allow students to demonstrate an understanding of the broader world of drama and theatre by identifying and describing the roles and responsibilities of key theatre personnel. In groups, students will be assigned to research one of the following key theatre careers:ActorDirectorLighting or Sound TechnicianProducerSet or Costume DesignerStage ManagerThey will then create and present a PowerPoint or Google Slides presentation, answering a series of qu
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4th - 8th
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Shoe Box Set Design Project with Rubric and Sample Project Photos!
How It Works:Students can pick any movie or television show and they are asked to recreate a scene from it inside a cardboard box as accurately as possible. They can use any materials they have access to in order to create their set design. This product comes with editable instructions for students, a sample project photo, and a rubric!
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5th - 12th
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Shakespeare's Globe Theater - An Introduction for Kids
Introduce students to Shakespeare’s Globe Theater, then have them complete a worksheet, write fun facts cards, and create a paper model to remember what they have learned. Several books, magazines, and websites are included in a resource list to help teachers teach about the Globe Theater to students. These materials are geared for 3rd-5th graders but could be used as low-end differentiation for middle school students as well. There are enough materials here to cover two to three 45-minute cl
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3rd - 8th
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Echo, 2016 Newbery Honor Book, by Pam Munoz Ryan
Echo is a symphony of four stories. The introduction is a fantasy. The others are historical fiction, all connected by one musical instrument whose power saddens, comforts, revives, cheers, rejoices, and provides hope in the hands that hold it.
The Introduction, a fantasy, begins in Germany, fifty years before the war to end all wars.
In 1933, fifteen years later in the same country, the second story begins. Young Friedrich Schmitt and his family find themselves threatened by the rise of Na
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5th - 7th
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Chinese New Year Activity Bundle - Lunar New Year Research - 2024 Update
This Chinese New Year Research Unit Bundle includes detailed instructions, a 5-day lesson plan, four editable research guides, two reader's theater scripts, a crossword puzzle, and an editable 54-slide PowerPoint trivia game. All answer keys provided.INCLUDED IN THIS CHINESE NEW YEAR RESEARCH BUNDLEIndividual links for each resource in this bundle:3-Day Research Activity + Crossword PuzzleReader's Theater Script: "The Race for the Zodiac"Reader's Theater Script: "Ting Ting and the Monster Nian"C
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4th - 7th
EMERGENCY SUB PLAN: Theatre Reflects Life with "Newsies"
Students will be able to demonstrate knowledge of theatre as a reflection of life in particular times, places, and culture by writing an article from the journalist’s point of view after watching Newsies the Musical.
This is a great sub plan or emergency plan for theatre and history teachers.
This file includes two handouts:
Learning Objectives
Observation Questions
Thoughtful Discussion Questions
Creative writing from the point of view of one of the characters.
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5th - 12th
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Famous Actor Biography Research Project for Google Slidesâ„¢
Students will choose a famous actor and create a Google Slidesâ„¢ presentation using this Famous Actor Biography Research Project resource.After choosing an actor, students will begin their research to answer a list of questions provided, such as What was the actor's first major role? They can use the Slidesâ„¢ templates provided to create their biographies, as well as add images and a video. Once their presentations are complete, I like to have my students present their research to the class. It is
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4th - 8th
17th Century Ship Reenactment
Would you have survived a 17th century sailing ship experience across the Atlantic?Looking for the perfect experience for your students to get engaged with your 5th grade history content relating to Explorers or the American Colonies? Not enough in the budget for a field trip for a 17th century sailing ship field trip? Have no fear! Bundled in this enriching and fun folder you will find all the planning tools, lesson plans, and packets for your very own 17th century ship reenactment to tie in wi
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4th - 6th
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Theatre Research Worksheet: Musical Theatre
Another great worksheet to have in your lesson stash!Students will research a musical that either you assign or they choose. This is an awesome activity to use as an alternate assignment, for a student in ISS or while a sub is covering your classes!!
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5th - 12th
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28 Days: Moments in Black History That Changed the World (dates, cards, script)
I'm so excited about this resource! This packet was designed using the picture book, 28 Days: Moments in Black History that Changed the World by Charles M. Smith & Shane W. Evans.The 28 events highlighted in this book are for each day in February in honor of Black History Month. (Day 29 - leap year - is "today" and the students can write their own fact). The people mentioned are in chronological order from Crispus Attucks in 1770 to Barack Obama in 2009. Packet Table of Contents:pg. 3-9: Rea
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PreK - 12th
Cells and Organelles Award Show Group Project
Cells and Organelles Award Show Group Project
Welcome to the Organelle Oscars!
In this project, small groups of students are assigned a plant or animal cell organelle, including the nucleus, cell wall, cell membrane, cytoplasm, vacuole, or chloroplast.
They develop research questions to guide their reading and can use internet resources or a textbook to find answers to their questions.
Then, they write a speech to present what they learned and teach the class about their organelle.
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4th - 10th
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Grade 3 Ontario: Forces in Nature News Reporter Project
This project aligns with the new Ontario science curriculum. It is designed for students to apply their knowledge, understanding, critical thinking and self/peer reflection skills. It is a cross curricular activities that ties in science, literacy, oral language and drama! A rubric is also created. Just print and GO!
Actors Research Project - 100% Editable
This resource is 100% Editable using Microsoft Word. You can add, subtract, or modify any of the content to suit the needs of your students. Great for differentiation!In 1910, Florence Lawrence became the first actor to have her name featured in the promotion of a film, making her the first ever movie star. Since then, movie stars have captured the hearts and imaginations of billions of people worldwide. From the instinctual improvisation of Marlon Brando, to the versatility and honesty of Meryl
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5th - 9th
Drama/Theater Careers 'I have, Who has' Activity Game Middle/High School Drama
Want to inspire your students to pursue a career in Drama/Theater? This engaging printable activity is great for learning about the different roles and careers available within Drama and Theater. This game is a collaborative and informative resource designed to raise career aspirations!These carefully crafted cards offer an exciting twist on the traditional "I Have, Who Has" game, specifically tailored for Drama and Theater arts instruction and career guidance.Included:34 color cards containing
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5th - 10th
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Save the Rainforest Class Play Mega Bundle and Freebie
This class play is such a fun way to experience a Readers' Theater or celebrate Earth Day or any day for delivering an Earth- friendly message! This is everything you need to have a great production for an audience! This resource includes the script, an editable program, and refreshment ideas from donated items, PLUS A FREEBIE - my Rainforest Tab Booklet to learn all about the wonderful animals and facts about the tropical rainforest!•Edit to accommodate a range of cast members for 1 class or 2
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2nd - 4th
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Tech Theatre Jobs - Technical Theatre Design Packet
This is a packet describing what theatre designers do. Includes a description of the job, what their design process is like, what tools they need to use, and examples of a finished product. Examples are from Spongebob Squarepants the Musical (which you can watch on Amazon Prime). This could be used as a research tool for students to then present the information to the class. It could also be used to help students identify designs in other productions. This packet helps build students' background
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4th - 8th
Mythological Creature Reader's Theater (Based on Miss Turie's Magic Creatures)
This is a reader's theater script based on the picture book, Miss Turie's Magic Creatures written by Joy Keller and illustrated by Richard Watson. I added more lines so that every character speaks a couplet, and then some text as an entire cast. It is perfect if your class is learning about mythological creatures from around the world. My students have loved dressing up and playing these characters as they try to get the audience to buy them from Miss Turie's pet store!The script is written for
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K - 6th
THUNDER FROM THE SEA! Storms at Sea! A Tsunami! A remarkable dog! Bullies!
THUNDER FROM THE SEA! Storms at Sea! A Tsunami! A remarkable dog! Bullies!There's peril waiting across the bay! Thirteen-year-old Tom Campbell has grown up in a mission orphanage on the Northern Peninsula of Newfoundland, always dreaming of a real family, a real house, and a real dog of his very own. Now, his life is beginning to change as he is sent to Back o' the Moon Island to work with a strong Christian family, fisherman and his wife who practices Biblical strength to help stand strong wh
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3rd - 6th
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Introduction To Character Analysis and Acting Theory for Middle School: U. Hagen
Introduction to Character Analysis for the Middle School ActorExplore an introduction to Uta Hagen and acting theory with a short article about Uta Hagen and her impact on American theatre pedagogy. This worksheet packet includes:A short article about Hagen's life and impact on American theatre3 short comprehension questions on the articleUta's 9 questions for character analysisA writing response on how the 9 questions may help the actor to fully understand their characterThis worksheet is perfe
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5th - 8th
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The Newsboy Strike of 1899 (The Newsies)
This presentation is the historical background for the Newsboys Strike of 1899. It is the event that inspired the Disney musical sensation "The Newsies." This presentation can be used to introduce your students to the background of the musical before you view, perform or study the musical.
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
Why Use Drama? Reader's Theater Tips, Strategies, & Teacher's Guide
This informative article provides tips and strategies to make the most of your reader's theater or classroom play activities. "Why Use Drama?" reveals some of the research about how the reader's theater model builds fluency and comprehension. Use it to defend against all the text-book pushers out there! "There's More Than One Way to Produce a Play" maps out six performance/production strategies. "The Delicate Nature of Assessing Drama" offers tips on teaching students to self-assess and discuss
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3rd - 9th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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American Revolution Revolutionary War Hot Seating Activity
Here is a Hot Seating Activity on the American Revolutionary War. Hot Seating is a great way to engage your students into digging deeper into historical figures and time periods from the past. In this Hot Seating drama activity resource, the focus is on the American Revolutionary War. Students will become historical figures from this time period. They will have to conduct research, and become knowledgeable about the person they will become in the "hot seat." Classmates will ask them questions an
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5th - 8th
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Also included in:Â American Revolution - Revolutionary War Bundle of Activities
Presidents Research Project
This is a fun way to learn about different presidents. Students are put into small groups to: research a president, write and plan their "Press Conference" skit, memorize their parts, and practice their skit.
Skits are put together into a video to be presented to the class and/or an audience.
Mrs. R.
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4th - 12th
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