8th grade drama resources for GATE under $5

Drama Lesson Fairy Tales Stage Properties With Stage Property Quiz

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Arts & Music, Drama, Gifted and Talented

I teach theater with a twist! This ninety minute lesson about stage properties (with fairy tales as the focus) is suitable for upper elementary and middle school students. Easy prep for the teacher--engaging, fun and unique. This isn't just a worksheet--this is an ENTIRE lesson ready for you to copy and go!Product includes:Warm UpTeacher's Script--what I say and how I say it!Stage properties categories and the reasons they are labeled as suchShort quizQuiz keyMovie title suggestions--cued up

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Grades:

5th - 8th

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Handouts, GATE, Lesson

Also included in: Drama Lessons Units One Act Play Play Sound Effects Biography Stage Properties

Costume Design Wicked Musical Tony Award Winner Color Palette Characterization

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Drama, Gifted and Talented, Vocal Music

Elfaba and Glenda anyone? This low prep lesson (50 pages) about costume design is focused on characters of Wicked, the Broadway musical which gives the students an opportunity for differentiation to be costume designers as well as study it. The product is broken in to two class periods, although it could be used for a one-day exploration of the subject. This is a super lesson for a substitute to teach! Gifted students in grade 9 may enjoy this, too! However, it was created for middle school st

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Grades:

7th - 9th

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Activities, Handouts, GATE

Also included in: Wicked Musical| Menzel| and Chenoweth Biographies and Costume Design

Emergency Substitute Lesson Valentines Day Creative Playwriting Monologue

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Creative Writing, Drama, English Language Arts

Part of a Bundle Want to have some fun learning for St. Valentine's Day? This low prep lesson focuses on a play-writing exercise--the monologue and beginning acting. Students select a object indicative of St. Valentine's Day which the teacher provides from this lesson and write a monologue speaking as the object. Then, they design the object on their own paper and perform their monologue. Students don't even realize they are studying play-writing. This can be adapted for other holidays, too.

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Grades:

5th - 8th

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Handouts, GATE, Lesson

Also included in: Valentines Day | Creative Writing | Playwriting| Monologue Grades

Emergency Sub Plans Two Days Theatre Idina Menzel Biography Wicked Musical

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Drama, Gifted and Talented, Vocal Music

On Sale for Only a Short Time! Here's a low prep close reading lesson to re-energize your class 1 to 2 days in length! This biography (formatted like a newspaper) about the actress Indina Menzel of Wicked, the Broadway Musical and If/Then fame. Students in middle and high school students can discover the true story of a legendary performer. There's even possibilities for differentiation! Each lesson in the famous artist biography series is tailored to the strengths of that particular artist.

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Grades:

7th - 9th

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Research, GATE, Lesson

HALLOWEEN Special Effects Makeup | Fake Scars & Edible Blood | Zombie Skin Drama

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Megan Memories - Megan Meyers

Have FUN during the Halloween season with these Edible Blood and Fake Scars Creepy Cool MakerSpace Creation Station Activity! Included are PDF direction sheets with video links in 3 formats-station cards, landscape, and portrait. Simply gather the inexpensive supplies, and let your students create! Ways to Use•Have a Halloween Celebration Day...or week...or month!•Place in your Early Finisher Station.•Set up a Halloween MakerSpace Station.•Do activity as a whole class.•Use as part of your PBIS,

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Arts & Music, Drama, Halloween

Grades:

3rd - 12th

Types:

Thematic Unit Plans, Activities, GATE

Also included in: HALLOWEEN & DAY OF THE DEAD BUNDLE | Read Write STEM Art Games Research Activity

Halloween Sound Effects and Radio Commercial Playwriting Drama Unit 5 Days

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Drama, English Language Arts, Vocal Music

Are you a drama teacher or educator looking to infuse a thrilling and fun dose of Halloween spirit into your classroom? This five day Halloween themed resource is here to help you captivate your students' imaginations and foster their love for dramatic storytelling through the use of sound effects and playwriting. Plus, everyone is going to have a whole lot of fun doing so. Note: If you own my Halloween sound effects lesson or my radio theater unit which includes the radio commercial, I have

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Grades:

6th - 8th

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Thematic Unit Plans, Activities, GATE

Emergency Sub Plan Anthony Ramos Bio One Pager Assign Hamilton In the Heightst

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Arts & Music, Drama, Vocal Music

PART OF A BUNDLE This low prep lesson focuses on Broadway Tony award winning actor and singer, Anthony Ramos star of bothHamilton and Into the Heights fame. The student researches questions about his interesting life, journey to Broadway, and various accolades he's received while practicing growth mindset. Finally, using a One Pager assignment, the student designs his life. Need something for a substitute? All is needed is the internet. HOW DO I USE THIS IN MY CLASSROOM? Many teachers comb

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6th - 8th

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Also included in: Drama Units: Month by Month | Broadway Musicals | Biographies Actors| Actresses

Back to School Conversation Starters 84 Ice Breaker Cards for Drama Class

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Classroom Community, Drama, English Language Arts

These Theater Conversation Starters/Ice Breaker Cards (48) were developed through my own experiences with my drama class students. A teacher can use these separately for journal prompts, small group discussion, bell ringers, etc. The uses are numerous! There are questions and quotes which focus on theater, drama class and the arts. Incorporating Conversation Starters into the curriculum can enrich the educational experience, cultivate creativity, and empower students to become more confident an

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Grades:

8th - 11th

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Activities, Handouts, GATE

Also included in: Year Long Theater Curriculum Lessons Units Plays Projects Grades 6 to 9 Drama

Readers' Theater: The Three Types of Rocks

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Integrated Lessons Science and More

This Readers’ Theater introduces the three types of rocks and how they form. Middle school students will enjoy learning Earth science content, while interacting with each other through the script. The informative text is kept “light” with fun interjections from The Sound Effect Crew and a surprise encounter with Rocky the Genie. The script includes vocabulary words, helpful hints, a diagram of the rock cycle, supportive links, and follow-up questions for students. It also would be an excellent a

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Drama, Earth Sciences, Reading

Grades:

5th - 8th

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Emergency Sub Lesson Jennifer Hudson Bio One Pager Assignment and Free Poster

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Arts & Music, Drama, Vocal Music

This low prep lesson focuses on EGOT winner, singer and actress Jennifer Hudson. Simply amazing feat! The student researches questions about the composer's fascinating life, quotes, education, journey to American Idol, film and Broadway, and various accolades she's received while practicing growth mindset. Finally, using a One Pager assignment, the student designs his life. Great lesson for differentiation! This lesson takes sixty to ninety minutes to complete. Need something for a substitut

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7th - 10th

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Also included in: Emergency Sub Plan Broadway and Movie Actors and Actresses Biography Lesson!

Theater Arts Around the World Choice Boards Great Differentiation

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Arts & Music, Drama, English Language Arts

Part of a Bundle Give drama students an opportunity for choices! Great for differentiation and distance learning. This low prep, high student engagement lesson gives students an opportunity to learn about various theater companies such as Mummenschanz, Deaf West, Trestle Theatre, Kabuki Theater, Marcel Marceau or what is means to be a Foley Engineer. Excellent for gifted learners or students who need independent study or an alternative assignment. How do I use this in my classroom? A teacher

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7th - 9th

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Also included in: Year Long Theater Curriculum Lessons Units Plays Projects Grades 6 to 9 Drama

Drama Christmas Readers Theater Script The Twelve Months Slavic Folktale

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Drama, Reading, Social Studies - History

Introducing "The Twelve Months: A Slavic Folk Tale" Readers Theater Unit for Middle School Drama Class! Embark on an enchanting journey with a Dramamommaspeaks specially crafted Readers Theater Unit (story similar to Cinderella), designed to bring the magic of Slavic folklore alive in your middle school drama class! Dive into the captivating world of "The Twelve Months," a timeless Slavic folk tale that combines whimsy, wonder, and valuable life lessons. Engaging Script Adaptation: Immerse your

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Grades:

5th - 8th

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GATE, Scripts, Cultural Activities

Also included in: Emergency Sub Plans Reader’s Theater Scripts Multicultural Folk Tales

Write a Play Review - Persuasive Writing with Sample

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Thinkercise

After a trip to the theatre, or watching a play on Youtube, students write a play review, following a straight-forward structure. Meets common core ELA objectives.Easy to follow directions, and sample review included.For grades 5 and up.

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Drama, English Language Arts, Writing

Grades:

5th - 8th

Types:

GATE, Homework, English (UK)

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Christmas Reader’s Theater Multicultural Folk Tale Fairy of Strasburg

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Christmas/ Chanukah/ Kwanzaa, Drama, Social Studies - History

Part of a Bundle Looking for a unique multicultural folk tales/story for the holiday season? Step into a world of enchantment and wonder with "The Christmas Fairy of Strasburg," a captivating Readers Theater resource that brings the magic of the holiday season to life. This heartwarming and timeless tale, set in the picturesque town of Strasburg, is the perfect addition to your holiday festivities, creating an unforgettable experience for audiences of all ages. The Story: This strange and wonde

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Grades:

5th - 8th

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GATE, Scripts, Cultural Activities

Also included in: Drama Units Christmas Folk Tales Design Sound Effects Readers Theater Plays

Quotes Shakespeare Comedies Drama Theater Language Arts Character

Created by

Simone Ryals

This is a set of posters with quotations from Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream, As You Like It, The Tempest, Much Ado About Nothing, All's Well That Ends Well, and Twelfth Night. Perfect for drama teachers, character education, or writing prompts! There are 41 included, so you can pick and choose which saying of the week is most applicable to your circumstances. Feedback of 4s is always appreciated, as is contacting me before leaving anything else. I am always looking to improve! R

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Character Education, Drama, English Language Arts

Grades:

5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education

Types:

GATE, Printables, Posters

"The Lost Gold Mine (A Rdrs Th Participation Script)" [*New Book Trailer]

Created by

The Usual Bohemian

[OUR MOST POPULAR SCRIPT, AND ONE OF THE BEST OUT THERE!]Check out the New Book Trailer (+13 Rating): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SE7yE0KDIeo&t=4s[All profits from this work go to the Homeless. A bonus script is included.] This is a reader's theater/participation play that explores the theme of California's Gold Rush. It has all the usual characters that you would find in a good melodrama or participation play. It involves about 25 students who are directly involved, and there are even a

Subjects:

Drama, Reading, U.S. History

Grades:

5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education

Types:

Activities, GATE, Scripts

Readers' Theater: Storm Clouds and Lightning

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Integrated Lessons Science and More

This Readers’ Theater introduces middle school students to storm clouds, how they form and what must occur for lightning to take place. It would be helpful, but not necessary, for students to understand the basics of the water cycle and static electricity before reading this script. The informative text is kept “light-hearted” with fun interjections from The Sound Effect Crew and a surprise encounter with Fluff the Genie. Included with the script are: vocabulary words, helpful hints for the teac

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Drama, Earth Sciences, Vocabulary

Grades:

5th - 8th

Types:

Drama, English Language Arts, Reading

"The Crazy Talent Show (A Reader's Theater Script)" [*New Book Trailer]

Created by

The Usual Bohemian

Check out the New Book Trailer (+13 Rating): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SE7yE0KDIeo&t=4s(Money Back Guarantee: labouyer@yahoo.oom) [All profits from this work go to the Homeless.] This is an excerpt/short story from the novel, "My Viridian Rose" and is formatted for a reader's theater script. It is centered in the fictitious town of Wautowma, Wisconsin, and has some rather sidesplitting elements. It accommodates four to six players. ["Aids Orphans Remembered"]

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4th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education

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Activities, GATE, Scripts

Radio Drama Unit Mark Twain's The Invalid's Story| Comedy

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Drama, Other (ELA), Reading

Here's a twenty minute humorous radio play adapted from Mark Twain's classic short story, The Invalid's Story. This script has 20 + roles (plus crew) and was written especially for the classroom! Strengthen your students' listening, speaking, and reading skills all at once. It's a one stop shop! #fallingfordealsseasonal "The Invalid's Story" by Mark Twain is a story about the power of imagination. The narrator of the story made a promise to his friend. In keeping with his promise, the narrator

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Grades:

8th - 10th

Types:

Thematic Unit Plans, GATE, Scripts

Also included in: Scary Halloween Scripts and Radio Drama Unit Grades 9 and 11

Emergency Sub Plan Arianna DeBose Singer Actress Biography One Pager Oscar Award

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Drama, Gifted and Talented, Vocal Music

PART OF A BUNDLE Are trying to engage your students? That can be challenging. Let this low prep lesson do the trick for you! The student researches the provided questions about her interesting life, meteoric rise to fame, journey to Broadway, and various accolades she's received while practicing growth mindset. Finally, using a One Pager assignment, the student designs her life and shares with the class. Need something for a substitute? All is needed is the internet. This product was updat

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Grades:

8th - 11th

Types:

Integrated Lessons Science and More

Also included in: Emergency Sub Plan Broadway and Movie Actors and Actresses Biography Lesson!

Readers' Theater: Chemical Reactions and Chemical Changes

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The setting of this Readers’ theater is a fireworks' celebration along a rocky shoreline. Within this setting, your students will be introduced to the properties of chemical reactions and the signs of chemical changes. Students will learn to recognize the characteristics of these two concepts as the story in the script unfolds. The signs/indicators of a chemical change will be taught with concrete examples that will help students relate. The informative text is loaded with new information and vo

Subjects:

Chemistry, Drama, Gifted and Talented

Grades:

6th - 8th

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