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11th grade Women's History Month british history scripts
Dracula: A Reader's Theater Script-Story Collection
Need a Gothic horror story you can really sink your teeth into? In Bram Stoker’s Dracula, the forces of good face off against an ancient evil—Count Dracula, the lord of the undead, as he travels from his crumbling castle in Transylvania to the teeming city of London in search of fresh blood. Filled with fascinating characters like the resourceful Mina Murray, the knowledgeable Professor Van Helsing, the crazed mental patient Renfield, and the diabolical count himself, the story is equal parts ho
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9th - 12th
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Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare: Unit and Script resource pack
Explore the story of Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare. This resource pack includes.....Adapted 1 hour Twelfth Night script (30 characters)4 lesson unit with detailed powerpoints and supporting resources“If music be the food of love, play on!”
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5th - 12th
Remembering Anne Frank - Reader's Theater Script
"Remembering Anne Frank" is a poignant and dramatic reader's theater script that brings to life the story of Anne Frank and her family's struggle to hide from the Nazis during the Holocaust. Set in the secret annex in Amsterdam, the tension mounts as the Franks, along with other residents, try to stay hidden while the Nazis search for them. The script highlights the challenges, fears, and bravery of those who suffered during this dark period in history. Ultimately, the script ends with a somber
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7th - 12th
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World Figures and Events 1950s to 2000 Guided Reading Play Scripts
'Changes since 1948' - world events in the 1950s, 60s, 70s, 80s and 90s
5 Guided Reading Play Scripts (plus quizzes) based on Unit 13 Changes Since 1948 - written by Sue Russell. This is a set that covers key figures and events in both Britain and the world arena during the 1950s, 1960s, 1970s, 1980s and 1990s - including the history of rock music.
(This set of guided reading play scripts is one of a collection, based on Units 6 - 20 of the UK Key Stage II History Curriculum; also available - c
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4th - 12th
Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare: Adapted script for young actors
This one hour adapted script of William Shakespeare’s classic ‘Twelfth Night’ provides you with a reduced interpretation (approximately an hour performance time) that is ideal for actors aged 10 and above.“If music be the food of love, play on!”
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5th - 12th, Staff
Also included in: Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare: Unit and Script resource pack
ELEANOR OF AQUITAINE: Laugh and Learn through the Middle Ages
All the core content you want in one (mildly amusing) place! Role-Play the life of Eleanor of Aquitaine in a humorous introduction to medieval life and its impact on the modern world!
PART ONE: ARRANGED MARRIAGE, or, THE HEIR AND THE SPARE explores the days before feminism, when even a woman as rich and powerful as Eleanor must submit to a marriage arranged by her family.
In PART TWO, THE SECOND CRUSADE, Saint Bernard calls for a holy war against unbelievers and Eleanor invents cosplay dur
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8th - 12th
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Readers Theater High School WW1 History Drama Script Unit With Tasks
And Then We Were At War... is a short, sympathetic, stage script that explores the conflicts and incidents that led to the start of World War 1.Suitable for ages 12+Cast size: 30 Can increase cast size to 40 with additional non-speaking roles for each countryCan reduce cast size to 20 by asking some students to play more than one role and dividing lines between the remaining cast membersRunning time: approx. 25 minutes.And Then We Were At War... is a short stage script which covers the time peri
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6th - 11th
The Victorians Guided Reading Play Scripts
5 Guided Reading Play Scripts (plus quizzes) based on Unit 11 The Victorians - written by Sue Russell.
(This set of guided reading play scripts is one of a collection, based on Units 6 - 20 of the UK Key Stage II History Curriculum; also available - collection of class plays, again based on these units. For complete list including play scripts for USA curriculum, visit www.plays-r-ussell.com )
Play 1- Introduction.
Speakers:
Queen Victoria
Prince Albert
Bertie
Grant Mitchell
Phil Mitchell
Dis
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3rd - 12th
1920s Radio Show Assignment and Rubric
Assignment for students to take on the role of 1920s radio broadcasters. Can be submitted electronically or presented live. They are to be creative but must also include several factual elements that are described in the assignment sheet. Rubric included which is broken down into knowledge, thinking, communication, and application sections.
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9th - 12th
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
STRONG FEMALE LEADS! BUNDLE of READERS' THEATER SCRIPTS, read aloud
STRONG FEMALE LEADS! BUNDLE of READERS' THEATER SCRIPTS, read aloud, drama, speech, feminism, independence, indigenous culture, nature, family relationships, Maine, leadership******SAVE 20%!!!!********Please click on each product to see each resource!"There is Still Hope""Emily Selects Her Own Society""Ophelia Finds Her Voice"“Awakening Shadows: A Journey of Dreams and Heritage”BONUS FILE!Weird Fish from my clipart collection, Cabinet of Curiosities
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7th - 12th
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Lady Trent’s Soirée (drama, music, dance)
For Choral or Drama TeachersLady’s Trent’s Soirée is a SCENE designed to give students and audiences an idea of what entertainment was like during the early 1800s when evening events and dances in homes were a primary way for men to meet women. Included are 3 great songs (worth the price of this resource), 2 poems, and dance music.Perfect when studying the early 1800s! Summary: Set in 1820, Lady Trent hosts an evening soirée. Who performs when the guest soprano cannot attend? How do gentlemen me
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8th - 12th
Jacobites are Coming! (drama skit)
British history 18th centurySummary: An English town is about to be attacked by the Scottish Jacobites. Something unusual happens when the military locks into the line of cannon fire. A fast-moving, fun skit about a true event by British playwright, Chris Green. Type: Non-fiction Time and Region: 1745, EnglandGrades: 7-12 Cast: 6 plus crowd Performance Time: 5 minutes WHERE IS THIS SKIT USED?History classes Drama showcasesChoral music with drama concertsMuseumsThe price includes performing righ
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7th - 12th
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British Migrants Readers Theater Script AND License Bundle For Full Productions
This product pair bundles up the dramatic seniors readers theater script, The Big Ship Sails, with its Multiple Performance Rights License that allows schools or drama clubs to present up to 3 performances of the play to any audience. So you don't have to do any more admin - and it saves you lots of money!The play script is...Suitable for students aged 12+Cast size: 30+ charactersRunning time: approx. 40 minutes.The Big Ship Sails tells the stories of some of the British child migrants who were
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6th - 11th
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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Reader's Theater - The Suffrage Movement
In a high school classroom, students immerse themselves in the suffrage movement as they take on the roles of suffragettes, opponents, and curious onlookers, exploring the passion, determination, and sacrifices that led to women winning the right to vote, igniting a spark within themselves to stand up for equality and change.
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8th - 12th
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Beyond Scotland's Golden Age (Middle Ages play)
British History 13th centurySUMMARY: When the King of Scotland died in 1286, there was no direct heir to the throne of Scotland. How did the involvement of King Edward I of England lead not only to the downfall of the town of Berwick (located in Scotland) but to 300 years of war? Grades: 6-12, adultsIncludes extensive background information and sources. Perfect for having students understand the time of William Wallace.WHERE IS THIS PLAY USED?History classes (English/Scottish history, 13th centu
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8th - 12th
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Great Hall Escape (Middle Ages drama)
This drama skit is perfect when studying the Middle Ages. Summary: In these two-scenes, the court jester is no fool. Nor are two knights who serve Duke William of Normandy, France. How do they manage to escape a death plot? Setting: 1045, NormandyType: Historical fictionCast: 4 plus othersPerformance Time: 6-8 minutes Grades 9-12 or adults - 8 pagesSome of the text is in verse. Used in choral-drama concerts, history-drama performances, or at Middle Ages events – to great acclaim! (I've used this
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9th - 12th
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Plays with Strong Females
The Nonsense of Neutrons - 3F, 2M, 45-50 minutesThe year is 1995, and fanfare and hype over the 50th anniversary of World War Two are all around. But Shannon, a college student, is carrying a long-time rage over her family’s distant connection to the war. Her friends encourage her, warily, to stay positive amidst all of the buzz. And gradually . . . the pending campus symposium of aging nuclear physicists proves pivotal to this play’s climax. John Calhoun and a Thief 2F, 1M, 30 minutesKicked
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9th - 12th
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Reader's Theater - Uprising's 1st Chapters
We love the book Uprising by Margaret Peterson Haddix, but I've found some of my struggling readers find difficulty connecting to the beginning of the story. So I've scaffolded the story introductions of Bella, Yetta, and Jane to be read once Bella is hit by a car and all their stories are melded together, as this 2-day reader's theaters replace the first 137 pages (and 6+ days of reading).Once you buy my reader's theater, please support this amazing tale of immigration, worker's rights, and str
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5th - 12th
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The Great Siege (Middle Ages play)
14th century British historySUMMARY: In this mini-play, Scottish parents are forced to make deliberate choices during war with King Edward III of England in order to save their sons. Two versions of what might have happened are acted out before what really transpired is revealed. It prompts lots of discussion. Type: True event Time and Region: 1333, northeast EnglandGrades: 6-12, adults Cast: 4 (Two main actors as the parents.)Performance Time: 5 minutes WHERE IS “The Great Siege” USED?History c
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9th - 12th
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Richmond Park, England (drama skit)
British history 18th century. SUMMARY: Public access to a royal park? John Lewis (1713-1792), a commoner, won a court case against a gatekeeper, which ultimately required Her Royal Highness Princess Amelia (1711-1786) to allow a limited pedestrian right of way through Richmond Park - a royal park. In this mini-play, three boys find out they can walk through a park that had previously been reserved only for royalty. But how exactly can they do that? Type: True information (made-up skit)Time and R
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8th - 11th
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Near Coxon’s Tower (drama skit)
Are you immersed in studying 19th century British history? Napoleon?This scene may come in handy.SUMMARY: In 1803, in a pub in northeast England, young British soldiers from Coxon’s Tower in Berwick-upon-Tweed England, are in despair over the possible invasion by Napoleon. How do they gain the will and courage to fight?Grades: 7-12 or adults Cast: 5 Performance Time: 5 minutes HOW IS THIS USED?More of a scene than a skit or play, “Near Coxon’s Tower” is easy to fit into a history classroom unit.
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8th - 11th
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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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