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1st grade social studies scripts $5-10
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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K - 8th, Not Grade Specific
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Patriotic Musical Program for Primary Grades
There's nothing better than hearing little voices singing patriotic songs! This program is appropriate for all elementary grade levels. Some have even used it for a school wide program! The first graders at my school have been doing this inspiring musical program for over 15 years! Not only will students be singing patriotic songs, but a script has been provided that gives many students the opportunity to speak into the microphone. The program begins with kiddos reciting Presidential quotes
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PreK - 6th
Our Lady of Guadalupe: Slide Show and Art Project
Celebrate December with this inclusive slide show on Our Lady of Guadalupe and the miracle that Juan Diego witnessed in Mexico 500 years ago. The slide show also includes a section on Aztec culture and Spanish conquest of the Aztec Empire to give students background on how the miracle affected relations between the two warring cultures. Other slides illustrate and discuss some 20 symbols and miraculous features of the tilma that Juan Diego used to gather roses in. A simple art project is also i
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1st - 8th
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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Circus Script, Songs, Costume Ideas, and Coloring Book
I have been performing a circus with my students for many years. My experience with this script has been with kindergarten only, but it can easily be adapted to preschool to second grade. We practice our circus during school hours. Because of that, our circus takes about a month to prepare. The circus performance itself takes 30 - 45 minutes to perform if all roles/acts are included. The script is easily adapted to removing performers and acts if time is a factor for you. It is also a fun back
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PreK - 2nd
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American Heroes - Historical Musical with Song Tracks Included
Your students will love this fun American musical! You can also take out the songs and use it as a simple play. This can be used as a class or school show, or use it for readers theater.No need to worry about finding an accompanist! Included at the bottom of the pdf are sing along tracks for all of the songs as well as the lyrics.The students will not only learn about some of our most famous American icons, but will also learn the classic American songs, "You're a Grand Old Flag", "My Country Ti
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1st - 4th
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25 Engaging Meditation Scripts for Young Explorers Ages 4-6 and Older.
25 Engaging Meditation Scripts for Young Explorers Ages 4-6. Digital Instant Download Thank you so much for checking out our store! Embark on a journey of inner discovery with our engaging meditation scripts tailored for young explorers aged 4-6. Through whimsical adventures and gentle guidance, children are invited to explore the magic within themselves. From enchanted forests to cosmic journeys, each meditation script sparks curiosity and imagination while nurturing mindfulness. Designed with
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PreK - 3rd
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George Washington
Here’s a simple slide show on George Washington — one that 1st, 2nd and 3rd graders will find easy to understand. I know how hard it is to find something that students on a primary level can relate to, because as a teacher I’ve tried to do just that. This slide show will give your students great visuals plus the basic information they need about our first president. The unit includes a narrative script of six pages with over 70 detailed notes on the 22 slides I’ve put together. Information incl
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1st - 3rd
Happy New Year Around the World! (Matching Cards with Facts, Script)
Want to include more world history and cultural celebrations into your lessons? This resource includes fact cards about how the following 27 countries celebrate New Year's Eve and/or Day:ArgentinaAustraliaBelgiumBrazilCanadaChileChinaDenmarkEnglandFranceGermanyGhanaGreeceHaitiIndiaIsraelItalyLaosThe NetherlandsNigeriaScotlandSierra LeoneSouth AfricaSpainThailandThe United States of AmericaVenezuelaHave the students conduct research to try and match the card featuring the name of the country (wit
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PreK - 12th
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"Γενναία Ελληνόπουλα" (Θεατρικό)
Επετειακό θεατρικό 10 σελίδων με ρόλους για 45 παιδιά που εύκολα προσαρμόζεται στις ανάγκες κάθε εκπαιδευτικού! Γραμμένο σε έμμετρο λόγο που παραπέμπει στην λαϊκή μας παράδοση και εμπνευσμένο από το βιβλίο της Ευγενίας Φακίνου "Τα Ελληνάκια". Το αρχείο περιλαμβάνει και προτεινόμενα μουσικά κομμάτια για να επενδύσετε τη γιορτή σας! Λίγα λόγια για το έργο...Σε ένα χωριό της υπαίθρου, τα χρόνια της Τουρκοκρατίας, η κυρα- Λένη μεγαλώνει τα δίδυμά της με κόπο και στερήσεις για να γίνουν άξια Ελλ
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K - 4th
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Montessori Second Great Lesson Narrative -- Be Fruitful & Multiply
The Montessori Great Lessons are the framework for the cosmic curriculum. This narrative will enable you to teach these lessons to your child or student, whether at home or in a small classroom setting. This narrative is for the Second Great Lesson, the Coming of Life, or, as I've entitled it, "Be Fruitful and Multiply." This narrative is written from a theistic evolution or old earth creation perspective, but feel free to tweak the language to fit your family's needs. I hope that it is helpful
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1st - 3rd
A SIMPLE RECITAL FOR REMEMBRANCE DAY OR VETERANS DAY
I’ve used this recital with my primary classes. Fortunately, it doesn’t require much preparation and what it does need is neatly laid out in this easy to use package (other than the red bristol board and the 11 X 17 photocopy paper). Due to the large, red poppies, it creates a visually engaging performance. If your class has more or fewer than 24 students, it is easy to eliminate some verbs or brainstorm other verbs for the presentation.
Your job will be to:
1. create a large red poppy for
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1st - 3rd
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2 Reader's Theaters for T is For Turkey: A True Thanksgiving Story (w/ posters)
This packet contains 2 reader's theater scripts adapted from the picture book, T is for Turkey: A True Thanksgiving Story written by Tanya Lee Stone and illustrated by Gerald Kelley. I find it to be educational and culturally sensitive, explaining true facts and debunking some myths.The first script is the text (poem) from the book, which I edited only slightly. It is designed for grades Pre-K to 2nd. It features a small 4-line stanza for all 26 letters of the alphabet (A-Z) and a poster for eac
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PreK - 6th
Readers Theater: Father Sky & Mother Earth (Navajo Creation Story)
This is a readers theater script featuring the Navajo creation story, "Father Sky and Mother Earth". It was workshopped as part of the Native American Curriculum Initiative (NACI) in Utah and has been approved by representatives of the Navajo people. It teaches a valuable lesson about how all things above and below must work and live together in harmony and is perfect for Native American Heritage Month (November), Thanksgiving, or whenever you teach about US history, Native history, religion, an
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K - 9th
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Abraham Lincoln
Have you ever tried to find a simple, easy-to understand slideshow or movie on an important American like Abraham Lincoln? One that students in 1st, 2nd or 3rd grade would not only be able to relate to, but also one that would give them visuals and information that round out their education? I welcome you to take a look at my slide show on Abraham Lincoln to enrich your President’s Day curriculum. This unit includes a four-page narrative script with 38 detailed notes and an 18-page slide show. I
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1st - 3rd
UNE RÉCITATION SIMPLE POUR L'ASSEMBLÉE AU JOUR DU SOUVENIR - Fr. Remembrance Day
J’ai utilisé cette récitation avec mes jeunes enfants de 1re, 2ème, ou 3ème année. Cela ne prenait pas trop de temps à préparer. C’est moitié anglais, moitié français pour que les Anciens Combattants ou invités à l’Assemblée puissent le comprendre aussi. À cause des coquelicots grands c’est un performance très visuel et impressionnant! Si votre classe a plus ou moins de 24 élèves, cela sera possible d’ajouter ou d’éliminer les verbes sur la liste pour accommoder les nombres d’élèves. Ceci e
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1st - 3rd
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Mythological Creature Reader's Theater (Based on Miss Turie's Magic Creatures)
This is a reader's theater script based on the picture book, Miss Turie's Magic Creatures written by Joy Keller and illustrated by Richard Watson. I added more lines so that every character speaks a couplet, and then some text as an entire cast. It is perfect if your class is learning about mythological creatures from around the world. My students have loved dressing up and playing these characters as they try to get the audience to buy them from Miss Turie's pet store!The script is written for
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K - 6th
King Midas Musical Performance Script for Elementary Students
In this show the familiar Greek myth of King Midas is told but the musical performances are anything but traditional! The music in this King Midas play will get your students moving! Popular songs they know and love are woven meaningfully into the tale.This King Midas 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
MERCI - UNE SAYNÈTE D'HOMMAGE POUR LE JOUR DU SOUVENIR S'ADRESSANT AUX ÉCOLIERS
I’ve used this French recital with my grade 1-3 classes. Fortunately, it doesn’t require much preparation and what it does need is neatly laid out in this easy to use package. Due to the Remembrance Day/Veterans Day symbols held by the students, this creates a visually engaging performance. This recital can accommodate a class of varying numbers of students.
Your job will be to:
1. Put your students into 1 of 5 groups and prepare or have the accessories prepared by volunteers for the st
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1st - 3rd
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HEALTHY SIBLING RELATIONSHIPS _"When My Siblings Call Me Names" _WORKBOOK
This workbook teaches children who experience verbal abuse from siblings how to emotionally regulate and begin healing. This social story activity helps to build regulation skills and social-emotional learning (SEL). Since we cannot control all situations, and people being rude and disrespectful will eventually come up again, this fill-in social story helps a child make choices about the words he agrees with and doesn't agree with. He may receive mean words from others, but he will hear the affi
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1st - 6th
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Also included in: Duo Bundle - "When My Siblings..."
Journey to the Cross
The story of Jesus last days is a complicated one, full of historical references and curious customs that are unfamiliar to most students. With “Journey to the Cross” you can guide your students through Holy Thursday, Good Friday, the Crucifixion and the Resurrection with factual background of Bible times and places. This presentation of 42 slides includes nearly 130 illustrations, while the accompanying 14-page script relates over 200 details of the story of Jesus sacrifice. This unit describ
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1st - 8th
Martin Luther King: Civil Rights Leader
Two for One! That’s right - this is a two for one offer on the life of Martin Luther King Jr. - so your school can celebrate his life and Black History Month. I’ve created two complementary slideshows on this civil rights leader - one for primary grades and one for middle and junior high students. The primary slide show has 15 slides, which give basic facts that are supported with a 4-page script with more details appropriate for the grade level of younger students. The more in-depth slide show
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1st - 8th
Powhatan to Pueblo: A Time Travel Adventure Native American Tribes Play
Powhatan to Pueblo: A Time Travel AdventureThis resource is designed for second grade social studies lesson on Native American culture. There are two versions of the play. One that can be read in class aloud and one that is shortened which can easily be performed by the class.The play about a student who goes on a field trip about Native American tribes with his second-grade class. The boy falls asleep and is approached by a time traveler. They visit the Powhatan, Lakota and Pueblo Tribes. At ea
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1st - 3rd
Your Community
“Your Community” Play Script and Lessons
It is time to bring drama to the classroom and teach social studies through drama! Ask any adult if they were ever in a school play and without a doubt, they will remember their participation. So, wouldn’t be a good idea to tie learning to that memorable experience?
In this packet, you will have a play script and related lessons to use with your class about community workers.
This activity emphasizes:
• memorization
• improvisation
• teamwork
• ch
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K - 3rd
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