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High school reading scripts under $5
Christmas Reader's Theater Script based on How the Grinch Stole Christmas
21 Roles - KID FRIENDLY - 8 page script - varying abilities - great vocab!
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3rd - 9th
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Christmas Reader's Theater Script based on Home Alone the Movie
23 roles - 8 pages - fun, fun, fun!
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3rd - 9th
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Scripts: Shakespeare reader's theater (5 scripts)
Package contains reader’s theater scripts for Romeo and Juliet, Hamlet, Macbeth, Hamlet on Trial and the Ophelia Murder Mystery, interactive game links, lesson ideas, graphic organizers, writing prompts and an assessment rubric. Part of the Shakespeare readers theater bundle 7 scripts, 100+ pagesThese 10 minute scripts are tongue in cheek versions of the Bard’s finest tragedies. These are perfect for drama clubs, literature circles, an introduction to Shakespeare or for concluding a unit on the
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5th - 10th
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Plagiarism: readers theater & lesson plan
Students participate in 1-3 different reader’s theaters that define plagiarism and its consequences, use a flow chart to determine when to cite and create their own scenarios to analyze. Included: 3 scripts, flow chart, lesson plan with Common Core standards and VA SOLs, rubric, review games and online quiz and how to do reader’s theater and use the Jigsaw method. Students can write their own court case based on additional scenarios included in the packet.This lesson combines English reading
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3rd - 9th
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Also included in: Bundle: American Literature
Reader's Theater Script based on Wonder by R.J. Palacio
9 page script! Engaging! Kid-friendly! Great for inferencing, figurative language, context clues, and more! Parts for ALL ability levels! ***TWO SCRIPTS FOR THE PRICE OF ONE! One script has 2 Narrators, the other script has 4 Narrators. Your choice! Your student's will love this script!
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3rd - 9th
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Reader's theater script: Founding Documents
Become one of the Founding Fathers in these five scripts that show how various documents contributed to the form of the modern United States government. Included are 19 pages covering the Magna Carta, Mayflower Compact, Declaration of Independence, Articles of Confederation and the Constitution.
In addition, a Q & A (with two graphic organizers to give students opportunities to compare and contrast and work on cause and effect) and answer key makes for an easy assessment.
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5th - 9th
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Also included in: Bundle: American Literature
Script: The Iliad - readers theater version
This script (FK reading level 5.0) and accompanying writing prompts, review games and planning materials can accommodate up to 26 readers and provides a wonderful way to introduce, conclude (or both) a unit on Homer, Greek literature or the Iliad.
The original 24 books of poetry have been condensed into a slightly irreverent script that covers the main characters and plot highlights.
Suggestions for lesson planning are given as well as step by step implementation, 10 RAFT writing assignments a
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5th - 12th, Adult Education
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Romeo and Juliet: Modern Balcony Scene Assignment
This assignment requires students to re-write the famous 'Balcony Scene' from Romeo and Juliet into modern English. Assignment includes instructions, the full text of Act II, scene ii (I have eliminated some lines in order to shorten it), and a space for the students to write their new, modern scene. A student example and an assessment rubric are also included. I always give the option to students to act out their modern balcony scene for the class - this is usually quite entertaining.
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8th - 11th
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Black Death: A Visit with Simon, A Victim of the Black Death(script)
Use this informative Reader's Theater Script to learn about the Black Death, a disease that killed almost 1/2 the population of Europe in its worst outbreak(1347-1351). The fun/informative play uses the format of Simon, a victim of the Black Death, being a guest on Ms. Bie Ografee's talk show and the studio audience asks questions about his experiences during the time(the medical beliefs, the causes, the effects the Black Death had on Europe, etc. Great for a unit of study on the Middle Ages! Co
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5th - 9th
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Also included in: Medieval Times: A Bundle of Resources
Script for Part of Shirley Jackson's "The Lottery" and Other Activities
This script is arranged to be read by groups of eight students, though this can be modified. With several groups reading or acting it out, everyone is involved with parts and gets inside the story, strengthing comprehension and making discussions more lively. Students highlight their parts before reading so they can anticipate their parts and stay in character. After reading the script, students in groups of four brainstorm and reflect on the questions provided. Next, discuss and share as a cl
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7th - 10th
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Readers Theater scripts: 7 life science scripts
Seven life science reader's theater scripts. Part of the Life science bundle.
Includes how and why do reader's theater, plus a Power Point. All scripts are now available as .PDF and Word.doc)
Readers theater is an excellent way to teach science content while improving fluency, comprehension and giving students an opportunity to shine. While providing authentic reasons to read and reread, students can analyze characters, plots and other story elements in an interdisciplinary study of these
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4th - 9th
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Reader's Theater Pack: Matter
Reader’s Theater Pack: MatterThis reader’s theater pack contains five scripts about matter. The short, 2 page scripts are engaging for your whole class! Most have 1-6 individual speaking parts and many ALL parts for you whole class (or small group) to participate in.Great way to integrate reading fluency with important science standards. The more you practice, the more students are learning about matter, all while becoming stronger readers.And they won't even realize how hard they are working
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3rd - 10th
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Goldilocks Behind Bars - Small Group Reader's Theater
This small group reader's theater is for 3 students. In the script Goldilocks is a delinquent who broke into the three bears home. The police have arrested her with mama bear's jewelry in her pocket and are trying to get her to confess. I use reader's theaters to encourage my students to practice fluency. It is a fun way to do something that they need. My scripts are in black and white will very little cutesy stuff so they are easier and cheaper to photo copy and not distract the readers. The on
Adapted Script of Shakespeare's Comedy Twelfth Night
This 48 page script retains much of Shakespeare's language, including many of the quotes that are familiar to us today. It is shortened and simplified for easy access by upper elementary through high school aged students. It has also been used in ninth and tenth grade RSP English.
Classes have used this script successfully for puppet shows, improvisational sets, selected scenes, and full productions.
Children enjoy the humor of staid Malvolio prancing around in yellow stockings to please Olivia,
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5th - 10th
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Camping Reader's Theater Script
Looking for a fun Reader's Theater script for students? OR for a family night to share with parents? This fun original script takes place on a camping trip and includes lots of audience participation. The story has lots of fun and silly adventures as the 8 campers discover what it means to camp for the first time....hiking, campfires, roasting marshmallows, singing campfire songs, mosquitos, rain, skunks, getting lost, and more. The script includes some fun references to "Going on a Bear Hunt"
Reader's Theater Pack: New England, Mid-Atlantic, Southern Colonies
New England, Mid-Atlantic, Southern Colonies Reader's Theaters PackThis pack contains three reader’s theater scripts to help teach your class about the New England, Mid-Atlantic, and Southern colonies. It focuses on which colonies are in each region, the climate, geography, specializations/resources, and social/political areas. Each humorous script will encourage your class to read and reread, practicing important information along the way.Also included is a graphic organizer that students can
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3rd - 9th
Split Decision: a humorous middle school play for character education
Can one decision change your entire life? In playwright Quinn Baldwin's latest play, Split Decision, aspiring thespian Kate is about to find out firsthand. When a fellow student falls in the hallway, Kate has to make a split-second decision: keep going and make it to class on time or help him and get a tardy. From this one seemingly insignificant choice, the play splits into two separate timelines showing the consequences of every decision we make. Featuring a hilarious play-within-a-play, s
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6th - 9th
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William Shakespeare: A Reader's Theater Script
Considered to be the greatest writer of the English language, learn about William Shakespeare with this fun/informative play. Shakespeare introduced about 3000 words to the English language . It is said that next to the Bible, his works are the most quoted! Great for Language Arts, study on the Renaissance or on a Friday or day before a holiday when you'd like to introduce your students to famous people with a biography activity.The fun/informative play uses the format of Shakespeare being a gu
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6th - 9th
Also included in: FAMOUS WRITERS: A Bundle of Resources!
Readers theater package - Othello
The Othello package contains a 17 page readers theater script of all 5 acts of Shakespeare’s Othello as well as a 66 slide Power Point with before, during and after reading activities, prompts and projects. Art work based on the play offer visuals to help activate background knowledge, learn new material and assist students in retaining what they learn. (PDF and Power Point are included in Zip folder)Also available:Who killed Will Shakespeare? mystery activityHamlet, Romeo & Juliet, Macbet
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7th - 11th
Vikings! Leif Erikkson and Eric the Red(Reader's Theater Script)
Leif Eriksson Day is October 9th. * There are different spellings for his name.Studying the Vikings? Looking for a Reader's Theater Script in Social Studies? Check out this script on the Vikings and Leif Ericsson and his father, Erik the Red.Part of my Ms. Bie Ografee Talk Show Series of plays, Leif Ericsson and his father, Eric the Red are guests on Ms. Bie Ografee's Talk Show. They share information about their lives and the Vikings. There is a Did You Know? section of fun facts, reading compr
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5th - 9th
Also included in: Medieval Times: A Bundle of Resources
The Flight of Icarus - Small Group Reader's Theater
This is a small group reader's theater is for 4-5 students. This is a Greek tragedy and is based on the story of Daedalus and Icarus. Daedalus is an inventor and very very smart. He builds King Minos a labyrinth and, after it is finished, the king decides to get rid of him. He locks Daedalus and Icarus in the labyrinth that Daedalus made him. Daedalus know the labyrinth well and he and his son escape. They go into hiding and come up with a plan to get away from the island where King Minos lives.
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4th - 12th
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Holidays - Reader's Theatre Play
This is an 11 page HOLIDAY PLAY that can be used with a class or theatre group to put on a performance to both small and large audiences. It is based loosely on the story 'Scrooge.' It centers around a student that wants to quit the Holiday play out of selfishness. After visits from Spirits the main character learns the errors of his ways. The play teaches a moral about how others depend on us even though we don't realize it. For adventurous teachers, there are also some recommendations for s
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3rd - 12th, Higher Education
Romeo and Juliet Reader’s Theater Final Project w/ 5 Days of Lesson Plans
Make your Romeo and Juliet Unit memorable with this one week Reader’s Theater Activity. Lesson plans guide students through the entire process of selecting a scene, assigning parts, developing a script with vocal expression, facial expressions, and gestures, creating a Performance Brochure, rehearsing and performing! Includes a link to a student version in Google Slides! Please click the PREVIEW above for a closer look at everything included in this resource! This resource includes: ⭐ Five days
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9th - 12th
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Leonardo da Vinci: A Reader's Theater Script (Renaissance)
Studying the Renaissance? Studying famous artists in history?Need a biographical play to use with your students? Try my Reader's Theater Script on Leonardo da Vinci. Includes comprehension questions and extension activities. Part of my Ms. Bie Ografee's Talk Show Series. Other Reader's Theater Scripts in the series include:Harriet Tubman, Rosa Parks, Sacagawea, Sequoia, Michelangelo, DaVinci, Bessie Coleman,Tuskegee Airmen, Susan B. Anthony. More to be added…Thanks for your purchase of this reso
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5th - 9th
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