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How the Grinch Stole Christmas (READERS' THEATER SCRIPT)
How the Grinch Stole Christmas- (Reader’s Theater Script)This simple script is a stage adaptation of Dr. Seuss’s wonderful children’s book How the Grinch Stole Christmas that features the language and rhyme scheme of the original book. Retold in 2 short scenes with 9 speaking parts that include 3 narrators, students will love staging this story that’s always a favorite part of the holiday season. For use with students in 1st - 8th grade, the script can be enjoyed by students in the classroom as
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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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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)
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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Grammar Skit- Parts of Speech-Fluency Practice
This engaging and silly skit can be used in unlimited ways to teach more than just the eight parts of speech. It can be used to enhance reading fluency in a safe and silly environment, as well as be used to study different types of text as this is a script. The eight parts of speech come to life in this skit, and for the first time all join in together in one skit (See my other 2 Parts of Speech Grammar Skits). This skit is written as a sequel to the other Parts of Speech Grammar Skit, but can b
The Gruffalo Readers' Theater
Welcome to The Gruffalo Reader's Theater. The Gruffalo is a fantastic children's book written by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.
Not only is it a great book to read with your students it is a great opportunity for them to live the story through reader's theatre.
Students can take up one of 10 available roles in this magical story and it offers a great opportunity for strong and weak readers to join in the same activity.
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1) Roles available and clearly
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Readers Theater- Magic Tree House: Dinosaurs Before Dark
This is an editable adaptation of the first MTH. It covers the first three chapters, and has 4 speaking parts. We use this for a whole school Teachers' Readers' Theater assembly.
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The Grinch- Reader's Theatre
Reader's theatre script from How the Grinch Stole Christmas
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Bible Character Hats l Old Testament People and Animals for Bible Storytelling
Here's an idea for a FUN WAY to learn Old Testament Stories of the Bible. Try these Bible Character Hats for interactive story telling, Bible Study, Bible craft and readers theater. Kids can color and make meaningful connections with 70+ different characters (people & animals) in the Old Testament!This product downloads as a ZIPPED file with 2 PDFS. One PDF is the black & white version. The second PDF is a colored version.*Check out this Best Seller in my store: Bible Story BUNDLE*Oth
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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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Star Wars - Episodes IV, V and VI in a Few Minutes, A Parody Play Script
Do your students wish to go to a galaxy far, far away? This short play script can be performed in about 10-15 minutes with parts for all of your class (speaking and non-speaking).
This is a parody on the Star Wars Movies, Episodes IV, V and VI (the three oldest movies) - A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back and The Return of the Jedi.
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BUNDLE: Jason and the Golden Fleece * Reader's Theater, Mythology, +Activities
Jason and the Golden Fleece: Parts One, Two, and ThreeReader's Theater Script and ActivitiesBring the magic of Greek mythology into your classroom with "Jason and the Golden Fleece”. This bundle includes three separate scripts which tell the complete story of this popular, epic tale.Watch as your students immerse themselves in the world of gods, heroes, and epic quests, all while developing essential literary skills. Embark on an epic adventure with your students through the captivating world of
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Fairytale - A Playscript for a class, a year group or the whole school (60 mins)
This original playscript asks the questions - what would happen in Fairytales if the four witches (Cinderella's wicked stepmother, Hansel and Gretal's gingerbread house living witch, Rapunzel's mother and Snow White's wicked step mother) met? Not only met, but imagine they were friends, sharing tea and cakes at a local coffee shop called "Witches Brew". And from there, imagine if, unhappy with their lot in life, never having a "Happily Ever after", started to plot even more dastardly deeds. What
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New Classmate Social Narrative
New Classmate Social s\Story reviews the expectations of the incoming student and as well as the current students. Can be used for the class as well as the incoming student. Personalize with student pictures and names to the designated page. Includes symbolated and standard text.Other Great Resources from The Alternative Way to Pre-KI Am Working For Token SystemNew School/Class/Grade Social StoryCalm Down Book Social StoryRiding the Bus to School Social StoryFire Drill Social StoryCalm Down Book
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Also included in: Social Narrative Growing Bundle
Perseus and Medusa: Heroism and Adventure *Greek Mythology Reader's Theater
BRING CLASSIC MYTHOLOGY TO LIFE FOR YOUR STUDENTS! The story of Perseus is one of the most famous of the Greek myths. The myth that follows focuses on two of Perseus’s famous escapades that are the most imaginative in all of classic literature, that of the trio of strange sisters that share one eye between them and the hideous monster, Medusa, with writhing, hissing snakes on her head. As Perseus sets off on his mission to capture Medusa’s head, he is aided by the gods and receives several magi
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Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing: Parallel Text Distance Learning
Instead of buying a parallel edition for my students, I decided to create my own and run scripts for my students to act out. It was far cheaper, and I could put it in language they understand. It allowed me to differentiate instruction between Honors (Who would read the Shakespearean side, but had the parallel text to aid meaning) and General English (Who would read the modern speech and watch Shakespeare's English in the Kenneth Branagh Edition movie.) It allowed Shakespeare to connect to ev
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Medieval Themed Script for Readers Theater, Short Play or Puppet Show
Performance is so memorable for students! With a fun script like this one, it can be easily and meaningfully incorporated in the curriculum and instruction.There are 7 speaking parts in this medieval drama. In this story Knight Jason gets advice from many friends on how to woo Princess Jessica. The knight tells him to show her how strong he is, the wizard suggests a love potion, the minstrel thinks he should sing her a love song and the jester suggests being funny. Each of his silly attempts to
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Three Little Pigs Digital Script - Reader's Theater for Special Needs Classroom
Digital (PowerPoint) Script of the story about the Three Little Pigs. I created this resource for my students with Autism who have difficulties with language and are mostly emergent readers. The script allows the students to focus on their assigned part only. For my pre-verbals, I assign parts and pre-record the script in voice output devices! Everyone can participate! I also bought costumes to work on the imaginative play as we use the script! The visuals in the script help the students to visu
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Christmas Readers Theater Script - A Christmas Carol
Dive into the holiday spirit with our "Christmas Readers Theater Script - A Christmas Carol," an engaging and educational resource perfect for bringing the magic of Christmas into your classroom. This readers theater script, designed specifically for young learners, offers a captivating way to explore a classic tale while developing reading and speaking skills.Key Features:Tailored for Elementary Students: Specially crafted for 3rd and 4th graders, this script makes the timeless story of Ebeneze
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Jason and the Golden Fleece - Part 3 *Mythology *Reader's Theater + Activities
Jason and the Golden Fleece: Part ThreeReader's Theater Script and ActivitiesBring the magic of Greek mythology into your classroom with "Jason and the Golden Fleece: Part Three". Watch as your students immerse themselves in the world of gods, heroes, and epic quests, all while developing essential literary skills. Embark on an epic adventure with your students through the captivating world of Greek mythology with this meticulously crafted reader's theater script. This resource is a dynamic an
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Medieval Themed Script for Readers Theater, Short Play or Puppet Show
This script is for your students who are "real characters"! You will need a few kids who aren't afraid to sing, belt out sour notes or burps, or jump around like fools.However, there are also more subdued parts and some very short parts for your shy ones!There are 8 -13 parts in this medieval drama. In this story Minstrel Gabrielle loses her voice and then looks all over the castle for ways to get it back. Finally she finds it in the most unexpected place!This play script comes with:-Performing
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Royalty Free Cinderella Script
Sometimes it is hard to find a longer fairytale script that is also royalty-free. That was how this script was born. This is an adaptation of Cinderella. The script is about 26 pages long and for a cast of 8+ students. Runtime should be about 30 - 40 minutes depending on staging. Perfect for on-stage or virtual productions or any other use you can find for it!
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8 School Behaviour Visual Social Stories For Students
This package has 81 pagesThis package contains 8 social stories as books of common behavior problems you encounter at school. Each social story book is accompanied with a One Pager than can be laminated and used as a quick reminder whenever required. The stories and the one page reminders included are:-Will Not Head Butt-Follow The Rules-Lunchroom Behavior-What Can I Do When There Are Loud Noises-What Do I Do When I Get A Time Out-What To Do When I Am Jealous-When Do I Say Sorry At School-I Sho
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