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Astronomy scripts
Scripts: Space science reader's theaters (3 scripts, 13 writing prompts)
Space science package 1 includes 3 scripts and 13 writing prompts. This is part of the Earth and space science bundle.
Reader’s 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 topics.
President of the Solar System club -If the sun resigned, who woul
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4th - 8th
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Solar System Reader's Theater
This science activity is a 5-Act, 25-role reader's theater script for the the Solar System, perfect for any middle grade astronomy unit! Students will learn about the Earth and moon, the other planets, as well as the sun and stars! Reader's Theater is an engaging instructional strategy for students that allows them to act out various historical scenes and scientific phenomena. This resource also helps build fluency and reading comprehension skills.The acts are as follows:Act I: Early Discoveries
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4th - 7th
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Katherine Johnson: Scientist:The Computer that Wore Skirts(Play)
Learn about Katherine Johnson, a physicist, space scientist and mathematician, who played a very important role with NASA’s early space missions. The movie Hidden Figures highlights the role of NASA's "computers" such as Katherine Johnson and their contributions. Part of my Ms. Bie Ografee Talk Show Series of Reader's Theater Scripts, there are comprehension questions, a Did You Know? section,a Teacher page with extensions/links and key. A great STEM biography!Additional Resources on this Topic
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5th - 9th
Also included in: Trailblazers in Science(SIX STEM Biographical Plays)BUNDLE of RESOURCES
Musical Reader's Theatre: Students in Space!
Who doesn't love some fun, simple Reader's Theatre! Reader's Theatre is a great way to practice fluency and build reading confidence in students. Sprinkle in some music and you have a super simple activity that your students will eat up!
This reader’s theatre script is a fictional short story about a group of young students tasked by NASA with a mission to save the world. The world is under threat of an epidemic of “Giraffe Flu!” In order to find a cure, 7 young students must travel deep into o
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2nd - 5th
Should We Bring Planet Pluto Back?
This reader's theater is for a small group of 4. In it, Olivia believes that Pluto should be reclassified a planet again. Sam thinks it should be kept as a dwarf planet. The evidence is discussed and students are left with the decision. When this reader’s theater is over, students write a response stating their opinion and using evidence. I wrote this one because my students enjoyed debating it became a good way to get interest built up for an argumentative paper. I use all of my Reader's Theate
Galileo Readers' Theater
This readers' theater script was created to practice fluency, speaking, listening and to enhance comprehension of our study on Galileo. This pairs well with the Grade 3 Wit and Wisdom Outer Space Unit but can be utilized with any study of Galileo/outer space. A modern twist has been added to Galileo's part to spark more interest and connection amongst students. My class turned this into a production where they memorized lines, added props and costumes and performed it in front of the entire scho
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2nd - 8th
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Comets, Asteroids, and Meteors - Small Group Reader's Theater
This Reader's Theater was written for a small group of 4 students. It is to help explain what comets, meteors, and asteroids are. In the script, Brian is supposed to have written a report about Comets, Meteors, and Asteroids but he hasn’t been working on it. He thinks that all of them are space rocks. His friends help him out and explain the differences between them. I write small group reader's theaters so they will work better in centers and to avoid having long wait times between student's li
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4th - 7th
Moon Landing: Man Walks on the Moon! A Reader’s Theater Script
After 76 days, Neil Armstrong, Buzz Aldrin and Michael Collins, the astronauts for the historic Apollo 11 mission to the moon, made history on July 20, 1969. After the Columbia reached the moon’s orbit, Armstrong and Aldrin went into a smaller module, the Eagle. They began a descent onto the surface of the moon and successfully landed on the moon where both men would become the first humans to actually walk on the moon. The date was July 21, 1969!Just think, from the first powered flight in 190
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4th - 9th
Reader's Theater Grades 4-8
Your students will have a ball being the announcer, judges, and individual planets on the television show, Awesome Planet! This humorous reader's theater will keep kids engaged and entertained as they learn astounding and important facts about the planets. A crowd pleaser!
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4th - 8th
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Curiosity the Rover and the Long Trip to Mars
This is an original Reader's Theater script for elementary grades.
It imagines Curiosity the Rover's trip to Mars and what it encounters...
It includes 5 characters and includes a vocabulary list as well.
A fun story based on a relevant event that every student is interested in!
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2nd - 6th
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The Solar System Readers Theatre Script
This script on THE SOLAR SYSTEM involves students in reading and reviewing information about the celestial bodies that orbit the Sun. The script incorporates humor and contemporary language and references. It’s part of a collection in my book CURRICULUM-BASED READERS THEATRE SCRIPTS: SCIENCE.
This script is written for solo speakers with many parts for ALL so that teachers can use it with a whole class. Reading and rehearsing the script reinforces information and facts about the structure of th
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3rd - 5th
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Space Class Play
Space Class Play for Key Stage I
This class play or assembly was written for 5 – 7 year olds *(version for older children also available)
Cast of 30 - easily adapted up or down
Duration - 15 - 20 minutes
Fun 'romp' through Space - with astronauts and, most importantly, rocket men - who would have thought an astronaut could forget his own rocket?! All 8 planets covered - before Narrator returns to Earth!
*Also available off this website and www.plays-r-ussell.com : Key Stage II version of this sc
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1st - 4th
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Scientific Revolution Bundle
Get your students excited about the Scientific Revolution with this comprehensive bundle featuring ten of the most influential figures of the era, including Galileo, Copernicus, Rene Descartes, Isaac Newton, Blaise Pascal, Johannes Kepler, Tycho Brahe, Robert Boyle, William Harvey, and Francis Bacon. This bundle includes engaging lessons, activities, and assessments that will help your students understand the contributions of each scientist and their impact on modern science. Perfect for middle
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6th - 9th
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The Life of Neil Armstrong Reader's Theater
This activity is a 5-act, 25-role reader's theater script for The Life of Neil Armstrong! The script is research-based, historically accurate, and is great for classes studying American history or space exploration! Reader's Theater is an engaging instructional strategy for students that allows them to act out various historical scenes. This product also helps build fluency and reading comprehension skills. The acts are as follows: Act I: Early LifeAct II: Becoming an AstronautAct III: The Spa
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4th - 7th
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Nicolaus Copernicus Skit
"Discover the Heliocentric Model with Nicolaus Copernicus in this engaging skit. Follow the journey of his discovery of the solar system and learn how challenging conventional wisdom can lead to great scientific breakthroughs. Join the discussion on the importance of questioning what we think we know and be inspired to explore the universe in new ways. Get ready for an educational and entertaining performance that brings history to life!"
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6th - 9th
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Also included in: Nicolaus Copernicus Worksheet and Skit Bundle
Space and Mythology Themed Musical Script for Elementary Students
This is a multimedia single class performance package combining the study of Greek and Roman mythology with our solar system. This script allows students to perform for their families in a socially distanced video show! In the movie your students make the gods and goddesses of Roman mythology take the viewers on a tour of the solar system as they introduce themselves and the planets that were named after them.Make this movie with your class for a perfect culminating event for your science and so
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3rd - 5th, Not Grade Specific
Also included in: Space and Greek and Roman Mythology Scripts and Activities Bundle
The Planets Class Play or Assembly
This class play or assembly covers all the planets in our solar system. It is based on the science curriculum for primary/elementary schools and is a fun way for children to learn 'astronomic' facts and become familiar with the great classical music of The Planets - Holst. (See music list below)
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1. Theme music to 2001 Space Odyssey/Star Trek/Lost in Space; or Rocket Man - Elton John.
2. Bohemian Rhapsody (Opening lines up to 'Look up to the skies and see' )- Queen
3. Ground Control to Maj
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3rd - 8th
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The Earth's Dance with the Sun -- Reader's Theater
Reader's Theater is an educational tool that combines performance and learning to captivate students of all ages. With our specially curated script, "The Earth's Dance with the Sun" young minds embark on a journey through the wonders of the solar system.In this script, students will learn about Earth's orbit, the Sun's gravitational influence, Earth's tilt, and how these interactions give rise to the changing of seasons and the cycle of day and night. Benefits of "The Earth's Dance with the Sun"
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4th - 6th
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Ancient, Stars and History of Astronomy Class Play
Ancients and the Stars Class Play
Written by Sue Russell
Cast of around 25, Duration around 10 - 20 minutes.
This class play on the history of astronomy and star gazing has a cast dating from prehistory to the present day! Quite a challenge (as always!) for our narrator! Most at ease with 'civilized' Ancients', there are still those tricky moments with tricky characters - like overly curious astrologers!
Lots of fun rock music as always to enhance this star cast performance!
This is the second
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4th - 8th
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Stepping back into Space Past & Future Class Play
Stepping into Space - Past and Future
Cast of 25
Duration 10 - 20 minutes
This is the last in a set of four plays written about Space. It takes us on a journey through time, from our very beginnings to .. well, read on to find out!
The other three plays available off TpT and www.plays-r-ussell.com are:
• A Brief History of Space
• Ancients, Stars and the History of Astronomy
• The Planets – an alien’s journey through our solar system
Plus a script for younger children:
• Great Explorers Class Pl
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3rd - 7th
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Space and Greek and Roman Mythology Scripts and Activities Bundle
These performances combine the study of Greek and Roman mythology with our solar system. I recommend using all pre-recored video on the single class version of the show and a combination of pre-recorded video and live stage action in the multiple class show. In these performances the gods and goddesses of Roman mythology take the viewers on a tour of the solar system as they introduce themselves and the planets that were named after them.This bundle includes both the single class and multiple cl
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Not Grade Specific
Nicolaus Copernicus Worksheet and Skit Bundle
This Nicolaus Copernicus bundle includes a comprehensive worksheet that covers key topics related to Copernicus' life and work, including his discoveries, and contributions to science. The worksheet is designed to be accessible to students of all levels and includes a range of engaging activities, such as matching, True or False, and multiple choice question.In addition to the worksheet, this bundle also includes a skit that brings Copernicus' story to life. The skit is perfect for classroom per
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6th - 9th
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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8th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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