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Plants Reader's Theater Script
This is a 4 1/2 page reader's theater script that is all about plants. Tie fluency and science together with this script that is ready to use in your classroom. The script focuses on the parts of a plant, the life cycle of a plant, and what photosynthesis is.
The script is set-up for a small group / center with 4 students. It can be easily adapted to include more students. The document is in word, so you can edit and add in your own lines about particular things your class is studying abou
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2nd - 5th
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Weathering Man & Erosion Boy - Reader's Theater for Small Groups
This is a Reader's Theater for 3 students. It follows the curriculum for science in 5th grade but it is also a good topic opener for any other grade that is going to be studying weathering or erosion. In this script Weathering and Erosion are compared to superheroes. This Reader's Theater is designed to tie in Language Arts and Science. My goal was to tie in some science with language arts. I use reader's theaters to encourage my students to practice fluency. It is a fun way to do something tha
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4th - 8th, Adult Education
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Early years-See, Think, Wonder thinking routine.
Introducing our comprehensive "See, Think, Wonder" Teacher Resource Bundle – your all-in-one guide to effortlessly integrate this powerful thinking routine into your classroom! This thoughtfully curated bundle is designed to empower educators, whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting your teaching journey, with the tools and resources needed to nurture critical thinking skills in your students.What's Included:Teacher Notes: Navigate the world of the See, Think, Wonder routine with ease usi
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K - 3rd
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
Spring Life Cycle Play or Reader's Theater
This is a wonderful life cycle play that can be performed in the Spring. It can be used as a Reader's Theater or a full play. It includes 23 parts and can be modified. It also includes three songs for the class to sing. Such a wonderful way to practice fluency and learn the life cycles in Science. My first grades LOVE this!!
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K - 4th
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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
What Color Were the Dinosaurs? - Science Reader's Theater
This is a small group reader's theater is for 4 students. This ties science into reading and is a great way to do two things at the same time. This script was intended to introduce or reinforce a lesson about fossils, dinosaurs, and theories. In the script, Juan and George are arguing about what color dinosaurs were. Sage and Rita try to help by telling them about fossils. Juan and George didn’t know what they were until they were told. They learn that there are many different types of fossils a
Writing Super Magnet Man & His Electric Girl - Reader's Theater
This reader's theater was written for 4 students. It reviews how magnets are attracted to each other and electricity's open and closed circuits. The story centers around a girl, who is trying to make science a love story.Naturally, the boys are disgusted by the idea! It is a great way to tie science into language arts. I use reader's theaters to encourage my students to practice fluency. It is a fun way to do something that they need. Most of my scripts are in black and white so they photo copy
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4th - 8th, Adult Education
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Animal Skit: unique body parts, adaptation, hibernation, migration, and more!
This is a fun short animal skit you can use in your classroom. It can be used for a quick unique science lesson or a production for your students' parents!It is designed for grades 2-4 but can be used for ya fun review for 5th grade too.The skit includes 3 characters: Wanda Wonderer, Chris Inquirer, and Lam Ina the Zoo Keeper. You can easily change the characters to be more than 3 though to include more students in your class.This Animal Skit has 7 scenes:Scene 1: Animals and Their Unique Body
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1st - 5th
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An Animal Skit: Living and Nonliving Elements in an Ecosystem
Meet Cam E. Leon and Mona R. Chwing…they are two second graders that have a special ability. They can change into ANYTHING to help them find out exactly what they want to know, when they want to know it. Call it camouflage or secret disguises…whatever they are, these two are second graders by day and something different by afternoon.
This is a fun skit that teaches about animals and ecosystems! You can use in your classroom. It can be used for a quick unique science lesson or a production for
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K - 4th
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Where Does Our Energy Come From? - Small Group Reader's Theater
This is a small group reader's theater is for 4 students. This ties science into reading and is a great way to do two things at the same time. This script was intended to introduce or reinforce a lesson about energy. In the script, Bob slept through science class and wasn’t paying attention when they were talking about where energy came from. He thought he knew it all and that electricity was just lightning. Thankfully Mary, Lewis, and Nicole ask him to prove it. They find out what he doesn’t kn
Welcome Back to School Letter Meet the Teacher Parent Night EDITABLE
Welcome Back to School Letter Meet the Teacher Parent Night EDITABLEThis back to school letter template is a great resource to engage parents to support students.The letter template includes the following sections:Background information about your teaching experience Major topics that will be covered in your course Two goals you have for your studentsCommunication avenues that families can use to contact youInformation, including at least two specific examples, about how families can support stu
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PreK - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
I Think My TV is Alive! - What Makes Things Living or Nonliving?
This is a small group reader's theater is for 4 students. This ties science into reading and is a great way to do two things at the same time. This script was intended to help students review living and nonliving things. In the script - Chris wasn’t paying close attention in class and thinks his TV is alive because it talks and eats electricity. His friends paid attention though and are able to share the list of characteristics that living things must have in order to be alive. They practice rem
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4th - 12th, Adult Education
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Freshwater Biome Powerpoint with Script
Save yourself time in preparation of teaching an introduction on the freshwater biome.You will present answers to these questions:What bodies of water are categorized as freshwater biome?Where can you find these freshwater sources?What makes a pond different than a lake other than its size?How do streams and rivers operate together? What are the award-winning rivers and lakes of the world?How are lakes formed?What is lake stratification?What impacts the velocity of a river?What are the flora and
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4th - 8th
Also included in: Biomes of the World Unit Study- 10 Biomes in All!
Coniferous Forest/Taiga/Boreal Biome Lesson Bundle (Presentation w/ Activities)
Present answers questions such as: Where is the coniferous forest located throughout the globe? What are the weather conditions in the taiga? What are the features of the trees that make this forest unique? What is the oldest, tallest and widest tree?What other plants survive in these forests?What are some of the animals that call the coniferous forest home?What is food web? This includes an overview of producers, consumers, and decomposers as well as an example food web for this biome.The Power
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5th - 8th
Bundle: Forest biomes (Power Points, games, reader's theater)
Forest biomes package includes ALL of the following (detailed description below):
*A) Forest ecosystem kinesthetic games eight games in one.
*B) Forest Biomes PPT (details below)
*C) Biome bingo
*D) Plant parts – Which is the Greatest reader’s theater script (Flesch-Kincaid grade level 4.5)
*E) Food chain project template
A) Teach your students about ecosystems, food chains and webs, omnivore, herbivore, consumer, producer, prey, predator, niche, competition, habitat, camouflage, using move a
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3rd - 8th
World Oceans Day Assembly - Grades 2 to 5
World Oceans DayPlanet Ocean: Tides Are ChangingPresentation / Assembly Grades 2 to 5Save hours of preparation time, simply download and go!Oceans are the lifeblood of Earth and humankind. Over two thirds of our planet is covered by seawater. Most of this water is found in five oceans, which are all connected. No matter how far from the shores we live, oceans affect our lives and the lives of our families, friends and communities. With every breath we take, every drop we drink, we are all connec
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2nd - 5th
What Color Were The Dinosaurs - All About Fossils - Spanish Reader's Theater
This is a small group reader's theater is for 4 students. This ties science into reading and is a great way to do two things at the same time. This script was intended to introduce or reinforce a lesson about fossils, dinosaurs, and theories. In Spanish this script is called '¿De qué color eran los dinosaurios?'In the script, Juan and George are arguing about what color dinosaurs were. Sage and Rita try to help by telling them about fossils. Juan and George didn’t know what they were until they
World Bee Day Assembly - Grades 2 to 5
World Bee Day20th May Presentation / AssemblyGrades 2 to 5Save hours of preparation time, simply download and go! To be able to feed the world’s growing population, we need a constant supply of food. Pollinators are very important for human survival as they greatly contribute to our world’s food security. Many believe the most important pollinators for our planet are bees. Bees play a part in every aspect of the ecosystem.May the 20th, is World Bee Day. The purpose of this special day is to spr
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2nd - 5th
Small Group Reader's Theater for Science Packet #1
This group of scripts was written to support science standards and learning. They are for groups of 3 to 4 students. Science subjects covered are the rock cycle, magnetism, electricity, volcanoes, inherited traits, planets, comets/asteroids/and meteors, and rotation versus revolution. There are eight scripts. They usually sell for $2 but, in this packet, I am charging $10 instead of $16. Each reader's theater is sold singly but you can get all eight in this packet. This means you get three free
Weathering Man and Erosion Boy / El Hombre Desgaste y El Chico Erosión
This is a Reader's Theater for 3 students. It follows the curriculum for science in 5th grade but it is also a good topic opener for any other grade that is going to be studying weathering or erosion. In this script Weathering and Erosion are compared to superheroes. This Reader's Theater is designed to tie in Language Arts and Science. My goal was to tie in some science with language arts. / El Hombre Desgaste y El Chico Erosión están jugando un juego de superhéroes, pero la chica no cree qu
The Volcan & the Volcano Small Group Reader's Theater
This is a Small Group Reader's Theater. It is for 4 students, boys or girls. I use them to help with fluency but I also use them to introduce other topics at times. This Reader's Theater is meant to introduce volcanoes. It centers on the four types of volcanoes and what makes them interesting to study. I use reader's theaters to encourage my students to practice fluency. It is a fun way to do something that they need. Most of my scripts are in black and white so they photo copy easily. This one
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4th - 6th, Adult Education
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Rocks Rock! - A Closer Look at the Rock Cycle Using Reader's Theater
This is a small group reader's theater is for 4 students. This ties science into reading and is a great way to do two things at the same time. This script was intended to either introduce or reinforce a lesson on the rock cycle. In the script - The class is supposed to go on a field trip today. Their teacher told them it was going to be to a rock show. Daniel thought rock show meant rock concert as in guitars and rock stars. He is VERY disappointed to hear it is to look at rocks and minerals. Hi
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4th - 8th
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Drinking Recycled Water - a.k.a. The Water Cycle! Spanish Reader's Theater
This is a small group reader's theater is for 4 students. This is the Spanish Version and, in Spanish, it is called 'Beber agua reciclada – También conocido como ¡El ciclo del agua!'This ties science into reading as well as Spanish and is a great way to do three things at the same time. This script was intended to introduce or remind students of the water cycle. In the script - It is a hot day and Kenyon is drinking his water bottle when two classmates remind him just how old the water on the pl
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