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Preschool Winter social studies scripts
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
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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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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PreK - 5th, Not Grade Specific
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Also included in: Medieval Scripts for Readers Theater, Short Play or Puppet Show BUNDLE
Readers Theater - Winter | Fluency Practice Kindergarten
This Fluency Practice Partner Plays pack is perfect for kindergarten or first grade students to practice reading fluency with a partner. The plays have picture clues and predictable word patterns to assist beginning readers. All plays in this pack are centered around a winter theme. Reader theater partner plays are perfect for independent centers or small group instruction. Included in this packet:♦ 5 partner plays♦ 5 character Tags♦ 5 title tags♦ Ways to use/store in the classroom ideasWays to
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PreK - 1st
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Social Communication Visual Supports, Basic Questions Story, Conversation Cards
Social Communication Visual Supports, Basic Questions, Story and Conversation Cards This offers some visual supports for social communication We want children to learn basic information and to be able to answer questions posed to them. However doing this as a drill is not natural and unfortunately, there are not many situations that occur during the day that allows us to practice this. This story is set in the winter so it has some that are particular to that season. Sam’s Winter Day is a rebu
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PreK - 2nd
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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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28 Days: Moments in Black History That Changed the World (dates, cards, script)
I'm so excited about this resource! This packet was designed using the picture book, 28 Days: Moments in Black History that Changed the World by Charles M. Smith & Shane W. Evans.The 28 events highlighted in this book are for each day in February in honor of Black History Month. (Day 29 - leap year - is "today" and the students can write their own fact). The people mentioned are in chronological order from Crispus Attucks in 1770 to Barack Obama in 2009. Packet Table of Contents:pg. 3-9: Rea
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PreK - 12th
Snow Day Social Story Special Education
It's a Snow Day Social Story + Matching BoardThis social story talks about having to miss school due to bad winter weather and things you can do on a snow day.Book has 13 pages and is 8 1/2 x 11Creative Learning 4 Kidz is a licensed seller of PCS.PCS, Copyright 1981-2019 by TobiiDynavox. All rights reserved worldwide. Used with permission.This item would be great for any child especially those with Autism, Asperger's, PDD-POS, Speech Delay, etc...The purchaser is granted permission to download a
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PreK - 1st
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Also included in: Social Stories Growing Bundle (52 Books) Special Education Autism PCS
A Social Story - "No Staring" (SEL ACTIVITY)
Does your child or supported-person stare often at others? This short 8-page social story has short clear directives for why staring at others can be rude because it makes them feel uncomfortable. Question pages are included.
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PreK - 8th
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Also included in: SEL ACTIVITIES SUPER BUNDLE: 50 Social Story Scripts
Trio Bundle - "When My Siblings ..."
"When My Siblings... Bug Me" Social Story WorkbookDoes your student or child have a low threshold for patience with siblings?This cute workbook can be worked on digitally or could be printed for counseling or reflective sessions. A child can learn to identify what behaviors annoy them, measure how annoyed they are, and learn to create more love in their interactions."When My Siblings... Don't Include Me" Social Story WorkbookChildren face enormous emotions that they cannot yet regulate. This soc
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PreK - 5th
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"Social Boundaries Series" Scripting Workbooks _ SEL ACTIVITIES
Use these cute social story workbooks to teach children and persons supported appropriate behaviors and manners around personal space and boundaries. "Can I Have a Hug" Social StoryAutistic children require sensory input and hugging can be a great source of stimulation for them. However, hugging is not always “socially appropriate.” Read this adorable social story with your child every day to instill social awareness and skills regarding hugging in the community."Saying Hello" Social StoryDoes y
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PreK - 6th
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Snowmen at Night: Performance Packet w/ Script, Action Posters, & Stick Puppets
Has your class of emerging readers been tasked to put together a 5 to 10-minute winter/holiday class performance for parents or a school assembly? This will work perfectly!This class performance packet is based on the popular 2002 picture book, Snowmen at Night by Caralyn and Mark Buehner.This packet includes a script for a narrator and the entire class. For young students, it is recommended that the teacher play the role of the narrator. If you have older students and strong readers, you can sp
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PreK - 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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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
Gingerbread Man Labeling Emotions Social Story For Preschool And Kindergarten
Looking for a holiday themed story to help teach kids label their emotions? This Gingerbread Man Themed Printable Emotions Short Social Story is just the thing for you! This social story promotes Social Emotional Learning by supporting early elementary students with recognizing, labeling, and understanding the different feelings and emotions that people experience. This story helps to promote self-awareness and managing emotions by pairing the name of the emotions with a face of what it looks li
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PreK - 1st
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Also included in: Gingerbread Feelings Activity Set-- Labeling And Understanding Emotions
Recipe for a Flag short patriotic presentation skit
Here is a short skit that students of any level can perform with minimum preparation and supplies for patriotic events, scout troop presentations, school assemblies and more. There are speaking parts for 7 speakers, and parts can also be done in pairs to include more students.
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PreK - 6th
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Groundhog Day: Reader's Theater (Emerging Reader)
This product is perfect for PreK - 1st readers. Students learn a short script about Puxnsutawney Phil. The students practice not only reading the script, but practice searching for the words in the writing and writing them.
For the final performance, students create Groundhog puppets with the template provided.
Amanda Rene Clip Art
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PreK - 1st
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Westward Expansion: The Pioneer Years
Mr Rhythm's "Westward Expansion /The Pioneer Years" is a fun theme to act out, sing, and is a great history-teaching tool. Children are introduced to the pioneers that moved westward as the United States expanded in the 1800s. Students will sing historic songs, each telling a small story of the journey west, or expressing part of the social culture as a festive folk tune.The costumes and props are simple to create, and the theme of the script is transportation and communication. This popular mu
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PreK - 3rd
The Mouse and the Lion (AESOP)
Short classroom skit about AESOP's Fable, The Mouse and the Lion. Puppets are great for this skit. Skit comes with questions at the end to check for student learning. Also includes an opportunity for young children to get up in front of their class and talk about their best friend (BFF). The skit also includes classroom chants to involve everyone in the class.
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PreK - 3rd
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A Social Story - "When I was Angry at the New Baby..." (SEL ACTIVITY)
This is a concise yet effective social story for older siblings who may feel resentment toward a new baby. This story focuses on turning anger into love, being gentle, requesting quality time, and saying "I love you" more often.
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PreK - 3rd
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Also included in: Duo Bundle - "When I was Angry at the New Baby..."
The Snowy Day Vocab Words and Read Aloud Script
Enhance your group time by adding vocabulary words to your read aloud. Included is a repeated read aloud script to help truly engage children with the book and teach literacy skills and book knowledge. Read the book the everyday, adding in two new vocabulary words per day.
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PreK - K
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"Snowmen at Night" Vocab Words and Script
Enhance your group time by adding vocabulary words to your read aloud. Included is a repeated read aloud script to help truly engage children with the book and teach literacy skills and book knowledge. Read the book the everyday, adding in three new vocabulary words per day.
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PreK - K
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Good vs. Bad Community Choices
Cards can be given to have students act out the event on the card. The remaining class will vote if it is a good community choice or a bad one.
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PreK - 2nd
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The Mitten Vocabulary Words and Read Aloud Script
Enhance your group time by adding vocabulary words to your read aloud. Included is a repeated read aloud script to help truly engage children with the book and teach literacy skills and book knowledge. Read the book the everyday, adding in three new vocabulary words per day.
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PreK - K
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