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Not grade specific social studies scripts for ESL-EFL-ELL
Decades Themed Musical Performance Script for Elementary Students
This show is a time traveling musical history lesson!! The speakers’ script includes many facts about inventions and inventors of the 20th century and the musical performances will take the audience on a trip down memory lane.This performance package can be used by an elementary classroom teacher, a music teacher, a summer camp coordinator, or a drama program instructor.This show could be performed by anywhere from 25 to 100+ students depending on stage size.The length of the performance is appr
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Black History Month 30 minute Motown Play! Detroit History, Motown History
This short play is written from the perspective of a young Berry Gordy (Motown Records Founder) and tells how perseverance helped him launch one of the biggest record companies of all time. Students will perform classic motown songs that the whole audience is sure to enjoy! Perfect for Black History Month and for teaching music history. Students will enjoy bringing this play to life!When my students performed this play for Black History month we created a powerpoint slide to play in the backgrou
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Patriotic Themed Musical Performance Script for Elementary Students
This patriotic performance is full of US facts and history! This performance package can be used to create a great culminating event for your Social Studies History and Government unit, or for a Patriotic Holiday show! Perfect for a Veterans Day or Presidents Day music program.Performance is so memorable for children! When you can connect a performance to academic content as this one does... they will remember it forever.This script is simple and versatile. It can be used year after year in diff
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K - 5th, Not Grade Specific
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Medieval Themed Script for Readers Theater, Short Play or Puppet Show
Do you need a short versatile play that can easily include many children at varying ability levels? Do you need something that your speakers of other languages or your very shy kids will be able to participate in? Then this is the script for you! (...and there is SCREAMING... as you know all kids seem to enjoy screaming.)This script is about a scary looking but kind hearted dragon who only wants to win the acceptance of his neighbors. Originally written as a puppet show this script is very versa
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Also included in: Medieval Scripts for Readers Theater, Short Play or Puppet Show BUNDLE
Medieval Scripts for Readers Theater, Short Play or Puppet Show BUNDLE
This medieval script bundle can be used in many ways to support your medieval unit! The various plays can simply be used as readers theater scripts. They could also be used in writing instruction/modeling. Three of the stories include both a script and narrative version of the story. However the most fun way to use them is to have your class perform them in a "Medieval Fair Unit Culminating Event" !!!Included in this bundle:-Medieval Character Profile Page-12 Full Color Medieval Character Pictur
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Kievan Rus (PPT+Rec.Videos) by PhD in History
Unveiling the Depths of Kievan Rus: A Visual Exploration for EducatorsDesigned by a PhD in History, this resource offers a visually compelling journey through this pivotal era in Eastern European history.Ideal for:Middle and High School World History Classes: Enhance student engagement and understanding with dynamic presentations.University Courses: Deepen student knowledge with a strong foundation in Kievan Rus history. (Note: For university-level courses, additional preparation using scholarl
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Hero Tales from World Mythology Bundle
Hero tales appear in every culture throughout the world, and this bundle of read-aloud script-stories showcases eleven of the most exciting hero quests from world mythology. Accompany heroes such as Maui, Finn Mac Cool, and the spider-man Anansi as they take amazing journeys, traveling to destinations such as the palace of the sky god, the fairy realm, and the land of the dead. Along the way, they face formidable monsters such as Oni, giant serpents, and the witch Baba Yaga herself. Each script-
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Middle Ages Reader's Theater {Leveled Parts}
Three leveled reader’s theaters that describe various aspects of the Middle Ages civilization and culture. The first play, Journey to a Medieval Village, explores various jobs in a medieval village. The second, At the Tournament, has a young girl enjoying herself at a medieval tournament. The third play, Talking History- Feudalism Edition, describes the levels in a feudal society.
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Journey to a Medieval Village
•Jean – 2nd Grade
•Harold – 2nd Grade
•Meredith – 3rd Grade
•Step
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Story of the U.S. Constitution - Readers' Theater Script for Constitution Day
September 17 is Constitution Day. Principals and administrators love that this readers' theater script for fifth grade and above can help fulfill your requirement to hold an educational program about the U.S. Constitution and engage students in reading at the same time. Readers theater motivates and engages readers. Used for fluency instruction, it is a proven research-based reading strategy (best practices) that provides a context for authentic reading and re-reading. The script has 19 speakin
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Also included in: Bundle: Readers' Theater for Older Students (Grades 4-8)
Remembrance Day - Veterans Day Assembly Performance & Info - Why We Remember
Need a new idea for the yearly assembly for Remembrance Day or Veterans Day? Want your classroom students to better understand the history and meaning of certain traditions or events that always take place during these school assemblies, but you don’t have time to research the details? Do you desire an idea that is more personal and has greater impact between the audience members (the students) and why we remember those who fought for our country? This 17-page document contains a summarized expl
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Create Your Own Readers Theater
**STUDENT CENTERED LEARNING****Research-Based to help increase Fluency*** This file allows you to add readers' theater to your class with your student’s creativity. Students will write, edit, and perform their own scripts. This can be done as a center or as a continuing project. You can use this as an assessment on a standard for social studies or science or as a way to monitor your student's reading. Students can write scripts about their books they are reading and either turn it into a play or
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Medieval Themed Script for Readers Theater, Short Play or Puppet Show
This slightly disgusting medieval tale is a favorite of elementary age students.There are 6 speaking parts in this medieval drama. In this story there is a serious problem at the castle... their garderobe (toilet) is clogged and overflowing! Many characters try their best to solve the problem. However it is the jester, the most unlikely one of all, who uses one of his "tricks" to fix the stinky wet situation.This play script comes with:-Performing Tips and Ideas page-Character Profile page- 5 p
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2nd - 5th, Not Grade Specific
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Also included in: Medieval Scripts for Readers Theater, Short Play or Puppet Show BUNDLE
WISC Cognitive Report Template
This is a report template for the Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children® Fifth Edition (WISC-V). This template includes a reason for referral and testing observations section. It also includes two tables, one for score descriptive categories and one to record the student's results.
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David Bouchard: I Am Raven - Reader's Theatre and Class Story Pole Project
David Bouchard and Andy Everson's brilliantly written and designed picture book, 'I Am Raven' lends itself perfectly for Readers Theatre where students can identify themselves as one of the characters in the story. The story is about a Chief who wants to build a memorial pole for himself but cannot decide which animals represent his true nature. One by one the animals try to convince him that they should be on the pole. In the end the Chief cannot choose and decides to have all the animals repre
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Email Intro Scripts
These are brief email scripts to use for school districts, special education directors, principals, private practice owners, special education attorneys, and special education advocates. They are helpful when reaching out for the first time to make a connection and set up a coffee/lunch date!
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World War 2 Assembly Script - Second level/KS2
This World War 2 assembly script is aimed at parent/sharing the learning assemblies of KS2/second level learners. It covers the following subjects: - basic facts- Evacuation- Blitz- Home Front- RAF- Minute Silence- Songs- Art sharingThe script has 30 speaking roles but some can be split up to make more. There are also scenes which could include non-speaking roles.Please review if you enjoy!
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Talking on the Phone Practice Phone numbers, Phonetic Codes, Role Play | ESL SLP
Telephone Talk prepares ELLs to speak clearly over the phone, give and take information and phone numbers, and use formal and informal language to communicate telephone messages. Includes listening activities and role play scripts.This lesson is ideal for newcomer ESL/ELL populations, business English, or vocational English. All ages.INCLUDESphone number intonation and listeningphonetic code chart (N as in Nancy)practice speaking names and numbers clearlybridged and free form dialogue practice w
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"The Nightmare Stage Coach Incident" [A Rdrs Th Script]
Our protagonist (Josiah Steele) is forced to intervene in a runaway stage coach journey when the driver and guard are shot by gunmen lying in wait. The setting is near ‘Marysville’, California in 1858 (during the ‘State Fair’ run that was held there). This is an excerpt from our latest novel, “The Shadows at Cortez Square.” “Aids Orphans Remembered” [The work is literary fiction.]
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King Henry VIII Class Assembly Script
Bring the opulent and tumultuous era of Tudor England to life with our meticulously crafted class assembly script about The Life of King Henry VIII. Perfect for engaging students and captivating an audience, this resource invites your class to step back in time and explore the reign of one of England’s most notorious monarchs.Product Description:Immerse your students in history with our comprehensive class assembly script, which provides a detailed and dramatic portrayal of King Henry VIII’s cou
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I Feel ,,,; PECS, Autism, Speech and Language
I post this on the wall, on a clip board where all my students
have access and a way to express their feelings. The visuals
are great for non-verbal students and those with a limited
vocabulary.
Copy on card stock, cut out and laminate. Use Velcro to
mount to the board. Enjoy!
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The Easter Story Class Assembly Script
Introducing our meticulously crafted class assembly script, “The Easter Story,” an engaging and educational resource perfect for bringing the story of Easter to life in front of the entire school. This comprehensive package is designed to make your assembly both memorable and meaningful.Our resource provides you with a detailed script that narrates the Easter story with clarity and emotion, ensuring that each student and audience member can connect with the tale. The character list is thoughtful
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The Industrial Revolution - American History, Factories, Child Labor, Housing
Teach your students the incredible story of the dawn of the Industrial Revolution in America in the early 1900s.This resource will enable you to teach your students History in a unique hands-on way. You will have active class participation by all your students, even your most reluctant readers. This resource is ready for you to print and hand out to your students. There are four acts in all, and each tells part of the story of the industrial revolution. You will assign your students lines,
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Trail of Tears: The Story of the Indian Removal Act, Cherokee, Native Americans
The Trail of TearsTeach your students the incredible story of the Cherokee Indians who were forced by the United States government to leave their native lands because of the Indian Removal Act.This resource will enable you to teach your students History in a unique hands-on way. You will have active class participation by all your students, even your most reluctant readers.The skit is ready for you to print and hand out to your students.There are four acts in all, and each tells part of the stor
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Albert Einstein Class Assembly
Embark on a captivating journey through the life and legacy of one of history’s most renowned scientists with our comprehensive Albert Einstein Class Assembly Script. This meticulously crafted resource is designed to facilitate an informative and entertaining assembly performance by a Key Stage 2 class for their peers and teachers.Our script provides a detailed narrative that weaves through the significant milestones and contributions of Albert Einstein, ensuring that each of the 30 students in
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Importance of learning social studies
Social studies offers valuable insights into history, geography, and much more. Social studies captivates students by providing them with perspectives from the past, present, and future, allowing them to understand history and navigate current events. It enables them to appreciate how previous generations have shaped their present reality. In essence, social studies opens their eyes to the vastness of life beyond their immediate surroundings.
Benefits of learning social studies
Learning social studies offers many benefits to students in terms of helping them develop a holistic understanding of the world. Namely, it helps them:
- Learn about the achievements, challenges, perspectives, traditions, and customs of different societies
- Evaluate information, analyze evidence, and make informed judgments about complex social, economic, and political issues
- Become active, responsible, and engaged citizens
- Comprehend global issues such as human rights, environmental sustainability, and economic disparities
By teaching social studies, teachers can help students develop critical thinking skills, foster civic engagement, and promote social awareness and responsibility.
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On TPT, social studies resources come in various formats, from worksheets to interactive notebooks to units. They can be used to enhance learning, assess a student’s mastery of social studies concepts, or to reteach a tricky topic. With plenty of TPT resources at your fingertips, teaching and learning social studies will be so much easier.
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If you’re a teacher or parent looking for printable or digital social studies resources, TPT has an extensive array of instructional materials for every learning need, topic, or grade level. Whether you’re teaching students about America’s democratic process, the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., how to read maps, or World War II, we’ve got you covered.
Social studies resources on TPT offer informative lessons, engaging texts, intriguing facts, interactive puzzles, and enjoyable trivia games. These grade-specific resources ensure that all students can access age-appropriate materials that stimulate their minds and enhance their creative thinking abilities.
For instance, first graders can explore worksheets on senses and emotions, followed by a coloring page featuring Harriet Tubman. Older students can test their knowledge with quizzes on statistics and capital cities, then delve into the history of the Underground Railroad through an informational sheet or enjoy a word search focused on civil rights leaders. With such a wide variety of subjects and topics covered, our social studies pages provide endless opportunities for students to explore the world in captivating ways.
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