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Women's History Month scripts for homeschool
The Secret Soldier American Revolution Read Aloud Play
A great resource for Women's History Month! Engage your students in the American Revolution with this historically-accurate play based on the life of Deborah Samson, the first woman to serve in the U.S. military. Near the end of the Revolutionary War, Samson disguised herself as a man to enlist in the Continental Army, serving with valor for nearly a year. Originally published in the Nov/Dec. 2102 issue of Scholastic's Storyworks magazine and reprinted in the March 2013 issue of Scope, this play
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4th - 7th
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Bessie Coleman: Aviator!(Reader's Theater Script)
Use this informative Reader's Theater Script to learn about Bessie Coleman. Bessie was the first African American female pilot in the U.S. A. AND the first AMERICAN to receive an international pilot's license! Great for Black History Month in February or Women's History Month in March. Comprehension questions/extension activities, key. Part of my Ms. Bie Ografee Talk Show Series.I also have these resources you may find of interest:1. The idea to foster contributions of African Americans began wi
Grades:
5th - 9th
Also included in: African American Trailblazers(Bundle of SIX Famous African American)
Civil War Readers' Theater | Women's History Month | Wax Museum Play
Doing a history based readers' theater with your upper elementary and Jr. High students is a great way to combine reading and learning about the past. 5 Strong Women is an original Civil War readers’ theater that focuses on 5 women who played important roles in both the North and the South during the American Civil War. Read as part of Women's History Month or as a group wax museum activity. Harriet Beecher Stowe Clara Barton Rose O'Neal Greenhow Elizabeth Van Lew Jenny HodgersUse this script as
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5th - 8th
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Revolutionary War: Spies- A Visit with Female Agent 355(Culper Spy Ring)Script
American Revolution/ Revolutionary War: Studying the 13 Colonies/Colonial Times? This resource would work great for such a unit of study. Part of my Ms. Bie Ografee's Reader's Theater Scripts, I really had fun developing this play about the Culper Spy Ring and specifically, Agent 355, one of the female member of the organization!During the Revolutionary War, the Culper Spy Ring was organized to work to defeat the British. Agent 355 and other members of the spy organization were very important i
Grades:
5th - 9th
Also included in: Revolutionary War and the Birth of Our Nation: A Bundle of Resources!
World War 2: Female Pilots(Members of the WASP): A Reader's Theater Script
During WW2, it was very unusual for a woman to be a pilot. When there was a shortage of male pilots due to their being needed in combat, an experimental project was begun where female pilots would be used by the military(although they weren't part of the military) to assist with ferrying aircrafts from the manufacturers to military bases. Female pilots, WomenAir Force Service Pilots,(WASP) also would test repaired planes to see if they were SAFE for male pilots to fly. They also were asked to he
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5th - 9th
Also included in: WOMEN'S HISTORY: A BUNDLE of 10 READER'S THEATER SCRIPTS
Marie Curie: Scientist, A Reader's Theater Script
WOMEN in SCIENCE: Share biographies of women who have made contributions in science: Marie Curie, biography.A Ms. Bie Ografee Talk Show Reader's Theater Script.Use this informational and fun script for students to learn about Marie Curie, the Polish scientists who was a pioneer in the area of radioactivity. *Students will find some of the uses of radioactive materials in the 1920s most interesting(as did I). Radium was placed in toothpaste to make teeth whiter, it was placed in shampoo, face
Grades:
5th - 9th
Also included in: Trailblazers in Science(SIX STEM Biographical Plays)BUNDLE of RESOURCES
Susan B. Anthony: A Reader's Theater Script(Women's History Month)
Nicknamed “the Moses of Her Sex”, Susan B. Anthony was a civil rights leader involved with the antislavery movement and the women’s rights and suffrage movement. She caused quite a commotion when, in 1872, she tried to do something most unusual for a woman. She attempted to vote in a presidential election. Great for American History lesson, for women's history month, or for a biography day!Other Resources You May Find of Interest:Women’s History month is celebrated each March. It was President J
Grades:
5th - 8th
Also included in: WOMEN'S HISTORY: A BUNDLE of 10 READER'S THEATER SCRIPTS
Civil War: Women Soldiers!(A Reader's Theater Script)
This resource has been revised for the TpT guidelines on slavery, civil rights and warfare.It is estimated that approximately 400-700 WOMEN fought as soldiers during all the major battles of the Civil War.(1861-1865) Since females were not allowed to fight in battles at that time, those women that did become soldiers disguised themselves as men! This Ms. Bie Ografee Talk Show Reader’s Theater Script has three historians share information on this topic. Actual females who fought in the Civil War
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4th - 9th
Also included in: WOMEN'S HISTORY: A BUNDLE of 10 READER'S THEATER SCRIPTS
Elizabeth Blackwell: A Reader's Theater Script
Today, there are many women in the medical profession but Elizabeth was the very first woman doctor in not just the United States, but in England, too! It wasn’t easy becoming the first woman to get her degree in medicine. Still Elizabeth didn’t give up and worked even harder to change the opinions of people who thought she could never become a doctor. Great for Women's History Month or if you are looking for a biography activity to use with your students.This fun/informative play uses the form
Grades:
5th - 9th
Also included in: Trailblazers in Science(SIX STEM Biographical Plays)BUNDLE of RESOURCES
Sonia Sotomayor, Supreme Court Justice: A Reader's Theater Script
Learn about Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor, the first Hispanic American and only the 3rd woman to be appointed to the Supreme Court. Students will also learn information about the Supreme Court.A great resource for Women's History Month, a study of the Supreme Court, for Hispanic Heritage Month, a Friday activity or as a substitute lesson. Extension activities included. There are 9 Audience Questioners in this Ms. Bie Ografee Talk Show Series of Reader's Theater Scripts.Also of interest:1
Grades:
5th - 9th
Women's History Month Reader's Theater for older grades: 3 Scripts & Rubric
Help your students learn about famous women and Women's History Month using these engaging, READER'S THEATER scripts. Students build reading fluency, subject knowledge, communication skills, teamwork, and confidence. This includes 3 informational based scripts to celebrate during March, Women's History month, a detailed rubric, and character name tags. These scripts can be laminated and used year after year to celebrate this special month in a memorable way. ★You may be interested in my other
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5th - 8th
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Seneca Falls Convention, 1848 - A History Play
“Seneca Falls Convention, 1848” is a short history play recreating the Seneca Falls Convention of 1848, the first gathering in the United States that issued a formal call to establish the legal and economic rights of women, including a constitutional amendment to give women the right to vote. Playscript contains full set, stage, costume directions along with useful staging tips.
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5th - 8th
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Ruth Bader Ginsburg: A Supreme Court Justice (Reader's Theater Script)
Learn about Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, only the 2nd woman to be appointed to the Supreme Court. Students will also learn information about the Supreme Court.A great resource for Women's History Month, a study of the Supreme Court, a Friday activity or as a substitute lesson. Extension activities included. There are 11 Audience Questioners in this Ms. Bie Ografee Talk Show Series of Reader's Theater Scripts.Also of interest:1. Learn about the Supreme Court and its history with th
Grades:
5th - 9th
Marian Anderson: A Reader's Theater Script
Use this informative Reader's Theater Script to learn about Marian Anderson, one of the most important singers of the 20th century. Anderson also played an important role in overcoming prejudice toward African American artists. In 1955, she was the first African American to sing at the New York Metropolitan Opera. She participated in the famous March on Washington, in 1963, and was also a “goodwill ambassadress for the United Nations, performing all over the world . Great for Black History Month
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5th - 9th
Play Reading: "Dr. Mary Edwards Walker-A Heroine of Women's History and Health"
Mary, Mary, Quite Contrary! Doctor Mary Edwards Walker was a Civil War era surgeon, suspected spy, prisoner of war, free-thinker, a champion for changing women's clothing and an advocate for women’s rights. A heroine in every sense of the word, Walker is the only woman to be awarded the Medal of Honor. This staged reading of Walker's life in seven scenes requires only four Ss: the Narrator, Mary Edwards Walker, a Bully for multiple roles, and the Reciter to quote historical documents. It covers
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5th - 12th
Our Lady of Champion - US Marian Apparition - Reader's Theater Skit
Mary appeared to Adele Brise in Wisconsin in 1859. This Reader's Theater skit shares the story of this approved Marian Apparition. In fact, it is the only approved Marian Apparition in the United States! Engage your students in the captivating story of Adele Brise, the appearance of Our Lady of Champion, and a miracle associated with the Shrine!What about Our Lady of Good Help? In 2023, the Vatican granted permission for the Shrine to change the name from Our Lady of Good Help to Our Lady of
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6th - 12th
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Mothers and Daughters of Invention: 4,000 Years of Women in Science
Throughout the ages, women have been responsible for many important scientific discoveries and have devised numerous practical inventions to make our world a safer, healthier, happier place to live.
"Mothers and Daughters of Invention: 4,000 Years of Women in Science" is a short history play that details contributions of notable women scientists from Hypatia of Alexandria and Lady Augusta Lovelace (inventor of the first computing machine) to Nobel Prize winners physicist Madame Curie and gene
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Ruth Bader Ginsburg - A SUPREMELY Wonderful Judge!
This reader's theater was written for four students. It ties in Social Studies with Language Arts. It is a short biorgraphy of Ruth Bader Ginsburgl. The students have dressed up for a class as someone famous. Two of the students do not know who Ruth Bader Ginsburg was and two are excited to tell them all about her. I use reader's theater as a way to encourage my reluctant readers to raise their fluency. It motivates everyone! My name is Melanie Whitesides but my store name is Wonbyone. I wrote t
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5th - 12th, Higher Education, Adult Education
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Florence Harding: A Reader’s Theater Script (Women’s History/First Lady)
Check out this fun/informative Reader's Theater Script on First Lady Florence Harding, the first First Lady to vote in a presidential election...and we think voted for her husband, Warren! The format for the play is based on To Tell the Truth, a popular television show which has returned with host Anthony Anderson(of Blackish). Three guests all claim to be the real guest being interviewed by a panel. The real guest must tell the truth where the other imposters do not have to do so. Kids must b
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5th - 9th
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La Caballa Blanca (Greta Nilson’s Magic Mare)
IN 1852, a stranded emigrant wagon train faces death on the Oregon Trail. Young Greta Nilson disappears from camp in search of Shunka-tonka-Wakan — the moon-white “Ghost Horse” or “Caballa Blanca” of the prairies, whose mysterious arrivals in time of need have saved many lives since the time of the Conquistadors. Together with her Blackfoot friend, Yellow Hawk, Greta beholds the magic mare and discovers a route that saves the settlers. Guest appearances by Francisco Coronado and mountain man Jim
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4th - 10th
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Edith Wilson: First Lady
Check out this fun/informative Reader's Theater Script on First Lady Edith Wilson. When her husband became ill, some say Edith did many of the responsibilities of the Presidency. Called the Acting First Man, Secret President and Presidentress of the United States, learn about this first lady with this Reader's Theaters Script. The play uses the format of To Tell the Truth, a popular television show which has returned with host Anthony Anderson(of Blackish). Three guests all claim to be the r
Grades:
5th - 9th
18 Plays for Women's History Month
18 PLAYS FOR WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH is a classroom-ready collection of 18 short plays portraying a wide range of female protagonists from history and folklore in America and around the world. Help your students learn about the courageous women throughout the ages who have changed our world for the better. Each playscript contains full set, stage, costume directions along with useful staging tips.
INCLUDES: Mothers & Daughters of Invention: 4,000 Years of Women in Science • Around the World
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4th - 12th
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Annie Christmas and the Natchez Trace Bandits
THIS SHORT U.S. History play is based on an extraordinary woman — six-foot-eight Annie Christmas, a legendary Mississippi ferry boater who flourished during the early 1800s. In this exciting drama, Annie and her passengers, the Ferguson family from Boston, are captured by Big Jim Girty and his gang — the most notorious river pirates in the whole Natchez Trace. With clever tricks and outrageous yarns, Annie and the Fergusons outwit the pirates and win their freedom. Playscript contains full set,
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2nd - 8th
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The Splendid Voyage of Kitty Doyle
14-year-old Jennifer and her Grandma are among a planeful of spring break passengers waiting impatiently for takeoff to Disneyworld and Jennifer is sooooooooo bored. To quiet the fretting teen, Grandma tells the story of how her own grandmother — young orphan Kitty Doyle — came to America from Ireland in 1860. Suddenly the air-conditioned jetliner changes to a musty, creaking sailing ship, the kindly stewardess replaced by a bullying roustabout and the passengers reappearing as their 19th-centu
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4th - 10th
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