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Elementary biology script pdfs
Animal Adaptations Reader's Theater
This reader's theater provides a fun way to dive into animal adaptations! The story analyzes the difference between structural and behavioral adaptations and how these help animals to survive. Many animal examples are provided as well as an explanation of inherited traits and learned behaviors. Students will see how without adapting, animals will go extinct.
Science vocabulary defined and discussed in this reader's theater include: extinction, structural adaptation, behavioral adaptation, insti
Plants: Science Reader's Theater and Experiments
Combine some Science with your Language Arts. This is a readers’ theater script plus 7 experiments explaining what a seed needs to grow and what each part of the plant does. The script is 4 pages with 8 parts and is particularly useful for early readers as it has parts suitable for Emergent and Transitional Readers as follows:High Emergent (roughly levels 6-8): RainTransitional (roughly levels 10-12): Seed, Sun, Roots, LeavesHigh Transitional (roughly levels 14-16): Soil, Stem, NarratorThere ar
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K - 2nd
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Circulatory System Reader's Theatre
Heart, blood vessels, blood cells, spleen, and platelets oh my! Are you studying the circulatory system and need a quick review? Have your students practice this reader's theatre. Packed with 11 characters including a funny virus and a white blood cell who hopes to gobble up every germ in their path, this reader's theatre will help your students become more fluent readers and learn about this important body system at the same time.
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3rd - 8th
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33 Animal Riddles–Readers Theater Partner Plays–Fluency–Listening Skills
33 Animal Riddles Readers Theater Partner Plays with Flexi-Curric™ *33 Original Readers Theatre Scripts by Carol Montgomery (updated January 2017)TIME: Each script takes about 30 seconds to read.
CAST: 2+, or 2 CHORAL groups
TONE: light, game-like
READABILITY: grades K to 1+ * Our Flexi-Curric™ shortcut allows flexible, cross-curricular options for your local standards because YOU know what’s right for YOUR students. What could you do with 33 different animal riddles Reade
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K - 2nd
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Science Readers' Theater - Flowers
Combine some Science with your Language Arts. This is a readers’ theater script which tells a scientifically accurate story of how a bee and flowers work together to make new seeds. The script is 5 pages with 8 parts and is particularly useful for early readers as it has parts suitable for Emergent and Transitional Readers as follows:- High Emergent (roughly DRA 6-8): Petals- Transitional (roughly DRA 10-12): Sepal, Plant, Stamen- High Transitional (roughly DRA 14-16): Pistil, Ovary, Bee, Narr
Insects Readers Theater–Ant–Bee–Butterfly–Cricket–Firefly–Ladybug–Nature Spring
Insects Readers TheaterEleven Science Readers Theater scripts to build curiosity and interest in insectsBy Carol MontgomeryWouldn’t your students love MORE Readers Theater? “Insects Readers Theater” provides plenty of opportunities for delightful character-building nature studies for primary level readers. Perfect for beginning readers of every age, our "Insects Readers Theater" collection comes in two font options with annotated curriculum links for easy lesson plans. Seven of these scr
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K - 2nd
Les plantes: une pièce de théâtre et des expériences de science
Voici un document sur les plantes qui contient une pièce de théâtre ainsi que 7 expériences sur les besoins d’une plante et d’une graine. La pièce raconte une histoire qui est correcte scientifiquement. En lisant le texte plusieurs fois les élèves comprennent comment pousse une plante et le travail de chaque partie de la plante. Le texte a des rôles pour les lecteurs débutants ainsi que ceux en transition et ceux à l’aise. This file contains a reader's theatre script in French on how a plant
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1st - 3rd
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Reader's Theater Play - How The Scopes Monkey Trial Altered America
The Scopes Monkey Trial is one of the most misunderstood events in American history. What we only refer to with a poking, prodding stick (because it deals with evolution) actually turned the United States's political sphere upside down, thanks to the bombastic debate and trial levied by Charles Darrow and William Jennings Bryan.
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5th - 12th
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Diary of a Worm Readers' Theater
This readers' theater is an adaptation of Doreen Cronin's book "Diary of a Worm." There are 5 parts included in the script as well as ideas for grouping students and presentation. The story of "Diary of a Worm" performed as a readers' theater is a great choice for cross curricular integration between ELA, science, and drama.
The goal of this product is to encourage oral reading fluency through repeated reading as well as engaging students through the use of movement and rehearsal. Readers’ the
Plants and Flowers: Information Text, Workbook, Experiments and Reader's Theater
This is a bundle of 4 products to engage primary students in the study of plants and flowers. It contains:An introductory E-book with simple text and large, realistic pictures. This 29-page non-fiction reader covers the parts of a seed, plant and flower, the purpose of each part, pollination and pollinators, plant reproduction and plants as food.A 20 page workbook to accompany the E-book and consolidate the students' learning from the book. The workbook contains an answer key and two versions
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1st - 3rd
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Ocean-Themed CLASS Concept Development Activities
Dive into our Ocean-Themed CLASS Concept Development Activities! Designed for Pre-K to Grade 1, this set includes six engaging activities that enhance reasoning, problem-solving, and creativity through marine-themed exploration. Aligning with the CLASS framework, these activities foster higher-order thinking skills, encouraging young learners to explore complex concepts like ecosystem interdependence and ethical reasoning within the captivating context of ocean conservation. Each experience cont
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PreK - 1st
Also included in: The Ultimate PreK-3rd CLASS Instructional Support Bundle
Jane Goodall: A Reader's Theater Script
An English primatologist, Jane Goodall, has helped to change the attitudes people had toward animals, specifically the chimpanzee. Her method of studying chimpanzees involved living amongst them, for over 55 years. She is also known as an anthropologist, humanitarian and writer. She has worked for better treatment of animals in zoos and protection of the habitat of animals in the wild.Students will have fun learning about the life of Jane Goodall with my Reader's Theater Script. Part of my Ms. B
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4th - 8th
Readers Theater for Science! Photosynthesis and Cellular Respiration (10 Parts)
Science and ELA come together with this engaging readers theater script for students! Students love acting out the different characters of these life processes. Scene 1: Photosynthesis with Normal the Tomato PlantScene 2: Bob eats a tomato and Cellular Respiration occursNo Prep! Print and Go! 10 Parts!This is a funny script that students LOVE acting out about how Norman the tomato plant uses photosynthesis which then creates an energy source for Bob to complete the process of cellular respiratio
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5th - 10th
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NGSS:
MS-LS1-2
, MS-LS1-6
The Body Systems Adventure - A play
"The Body Systems Adventure" This play illustrates the importance of the human body systems in a fun and interactive way, emphasizing teamwork, health, and well-being. Number of pages: 4Topic: Human Body SystemsType of activity: Skit written in a melodramatic styleNumber of characters: 12, including a narrator; the characters each represent a system of the human bodyTarget grades: Late elementary through high school on-level biology studentsDuration: Depending on how quickly the students follow
The Respiratory Adventure: A Science Fair Story --- Reader’s Theater
Reader's Theater is an educational tool that combines performance and learning to captivate students of all ages. With our specially curated script, "The Amazing Respiratory Adventure," students will learn about the intricate workings of the respiratory system, including the roles of key components like the trachea, lungs, and blood cells. Benefits of "The Amazing Respiratory Adventure"Enhances reading skills, boosting fluency and comprehension.Fosters teamwork and collaboration among students
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4th - 6th
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Also included in: The Human Body Bundle -- Four Reader's Theater Scripts
Fascinating Facts About Cheetahs: The Speedsters of the Animal Kingdom
Discover the remarkable world of cheetahs, the fastest land animals on the planet. In this article, we delve into 10 intriguing facts about these magnificent big cats, from their incredible speed and distinctive coat patterns to their hunting strategies and conservation status. Join us on a journey to explore the world of cheetahs and gain a deeper appreciation for these iconic predators.
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PreK - 12th, Not Grade Specific
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Also included in: 101 Greatest Animal Facts That Will Blow Your Mind
The Magical Meal Adventure --- Reader’s Theater About the Digestive System
Reader's Theater is an educational tool that combines performance and learning to captivate students of all ages. With our specially curated script, "The Magical Meal Adventure" young minds embark on an enthralling journey through the wonders of the digestive system.In "The Magical Meal Adventure" reader's theater script, students will learn about the digestive system functions, including how organs work together to digest food, the significance of healthy eating, the role of enzymes and friendl
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4th - 6th
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Also included in: The Human Body Bundle -- Four Reader's Theater Scripts
The Neuron Academy -- A Reader's Theater Script About the Nervous System
Reader's Theater is an educational tool that combines performance and learning to captivate students of all ages. With our specially curated script, "The Neuron Academy" young minds embark on a journey through the wonders of the nervous system. They learn about the roles of nerves, the brain, and the spinal cord in coordinating voluntary actions like riding a bike and other exciting activities. Through the characters of Brainy the Brain and Sensie the Sensory Receptor, they will explore how the
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4th - 6th
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Also included in: The Human Body Bundle -- Four Reader's Theater Scripts
Exploring the Circulatory System Reader’s Theater -- Reader's Theater
Reader's Theater is an educational tool that combines performance and learning to captivate students of all ages. With our specially curated script, "Exploring the Circulatory System," young minds embark on an enthralling journey through the wonders of the circulatory system.Students will learn all about the circulatory system, discovering the vital roles played by red and white blood cells, platelets, veins, arteries, capillaries, kidneys, lungs, and the heart. They will gain an understanding o
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4th - 6th
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Also included in: The Human Body Bundle -- Four Reader's Theater Scripts
Digestion Comedy Play
Digestion Play -Comedy. Fun Stuff. This is a fun comedy play packed with information that can be used to introduce, teach, or review the terms and concepts of human digestion. Follow our brave News Reporters as they shrink down and travel through the digestive system. I have used this play for grades 3 through 7. Included in this packet: Optional Ending, Staging Notes, Cast of Characters (up to 26), and Vocabulary words.
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4th - 7th
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Maria Montessori's Second Great Lesson
This is a simplified version of The Second Great Lesson by Maria Montessori. This is great to use for younger children or in the homeschool environment!
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K - 6th
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Class Play on the Human Body
Around the Body in 20 Minutes Class Play
Duration
The title of this script can of course be adapted to however long the performance needs to take. 20 minutes was just chosen as an average class play length.
Cast of 30 - this number can be adjusted up or down
Whatever gave our narrator the idea that taking on over 7,500 body parts was a good idea? (OK, so that's a slight exaggeration - .... actually, 8 Body Systems, 5 Senses plus a few 'others'!) Even so, no mean challenge ... in 20 minutes. But
Teeth and Eating Class Play
Teeth and Eating Class Play
Cast of 30 - easily adaptable up or down. Duration - around 20 minutes including music choices.
Once again, our narrator has his/her work cut out, vying with a dentist, a 'super athlete', a 'Sweet Gang' and of course .... a whole crowd of chattering teeth!
This is the first of a set of ‘body plays’ written by Sue Russell – the others are ‘in the pipeline’ and will be available soon – check out www.plays-r-ussell.com for updates on these scripts, including one on gener
Skeleton and Muscles Class Play
Skeleton and Muscles Class Play
As our Narrator finds out, 'Head Shoulders Knees and Toes', however beautifully sung, is never going to 'do it' - not with an X-Ray Technician, Doctor and Physiotherapist around! And as for Halloween skeletons? Nah! Not if the bones are on the outside!
Cast of 30 - easily adapted up or down.
Duration - around 15 to 20 minutes.
Sample Text:
(Enter X-Ray Technician who takes one look at the ‘skeletons’ and falls about laughing)
Skeleton 1: Hey! What’s so funny?
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