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Free 7th grade social studies scripts
FREE Art History Guided Lesson and Art Project - Whimsy Workshop
This free sample pack from the bundle of easy step-by-step guided art lessons:Art History For Elementary 1 - With Teacher ScriptsThis lesson explores the artist Ted Harrison's use of warm and cool colors as he paints in the arctic of Canada. The simple art project will create a stunning bulletin board display! As in my other art history lessons, there is a teacher script included, with questions embedded, to lead a discussion about art techniques, geography and famous artists! There is also a wr
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K - 7th
Reader’s Theater Script Legend of the Sunflower Greek Mythology Folktale
Looking for an adaptation of a Greek myth? Low prep and ready to go! The Legend of the Sunflower is a dramatization of a Greek myth, a short story, with roles for 10 students and suitable for any one studying mythology in a Drama, Language Arts, Social Studies or reading classes. Students strengthen their reading (fluency), speaking (diction) and listening skills (restating) while learning to work cooperatively. This product was created specifically for the classroom. The story: The ancien
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5th - 7th
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Also included in: Theater Arts Native American First People Folk Tales Readers Theater
Declaration of Independence Break Up Letter
Free break up letter text and how I use it to trick my class and engage them in the Declaration of Independence. A letter is found on the floor written by hand. The teacher reads it to the class without naming names. The next day it is revealed that this is actually a letter from the American Colonies sent to King George.OTHER FREEBIES* VOCABULARY GRAPHIC ORGANIZER* NO BS HISTORY CLASSROOM POSTERSCIVICS RESOURCES* CITIZEN GAME QUIZ/GAME* POLITICAL HERITAGE QUIZ/GAMECOOL CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS
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5th - 12th
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Events Leading to the Revolutionary War Free Reader's Theater: Boston Massacre
Events Leading to the Revolutionary War Free Reader's Theater: Boston Massacre
This is a free sample of one of the scripts included in my Reader’s Theater Pack: Events Leading to the Revolutionary War.
The script is short, giving a quick overview of the Boston Massacre. It is written for 3 students.
If you and your students enjoy this script, check out my Reader’s Theater Pack: Events Leading to the Revolutionary War. Topics in that pack include The French and Indian War, Proclamation of 176
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4th - 9th
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Myth of Echo and Narcissus, Ancient Greek Theater
“Myth of Echo and Narcissus” is a short play from Greek Plays for Young Actors, a collection of nine short plays based on the stories of Greek mythology and Aesop's fables. The plays are ideal for readers theater, youth community theater groups and classroom theater performances. Following the traditions of ancient Greek theater, each of the nine short plays is performed by two or three actors accompanied by a small chorus that can vary in size. Life lessons of kindness, sharing, humility and re
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4th - 8th
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Historian's Court: People of England Versus King John (Magna Carta)
This highly entertaining and engaging mock trial will reinforce any lesson on the events leading up to and surrounding the creation of the Magna Carta. Students will create a courtroom and decide how King John will be remembered in history. I have successfully used this lesson with students in 3rd thru 12th grade. Additional activities are suggested.
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3rd - 12th
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Ancient China Class Play/Assembly
This Ancient China Class Play/Assembly is one of a *set written by me. It covers all the areas of work the children will have done in class (the beginnings of a great civilization, Confucius, the First Emperor, Life in Ancient China, the four great inventions,) - all delivered by the 12 animals of the Zodiac! Ideal for Grades 3 - 8 and parts for all abilities. This curriculum-based play is fun but informative - guaranteed to be enjoyed by children and adults alike! This play is typical of all m
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3rd - 8th
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Robin Hood the Outlaw (Reader's Theater Script-Story)
Have you ever wondered how Robin Hood became an outlaw? Drawn from the thrilling legends of Robin Hood, this 9-page Reader's Theater script-story for 10 readers tells how Robin Hood became a fugitive from the law. Be sure to check out the Reaching Sherwood set of script-stories to experience the full story of Robin Hood and his Merry Men.
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6th - 12th
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Actor's Character Worksheet
A basic questionnaire for student actors, covering the who/what/where/when/and why of any play, as well as character objectives and actions, ensuring your students are well prepared to set foot on stage!
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3rd - 12th
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The Odyssey Reader's Theater Script
If you download this freebie, please leave feedback. Thanks so much!Attached is an editable Odyssey Reader's Theater/Play Script word document. I used it with my 2nd grade for a school assembly. They were able to learn every line by heart. The music definitely makes for a strong start to the play! Feel free to use or adapt in any way you see fit! -Enjoy!
Medieval, Renaissance, Shakespearean readers theater sampler
Looking for easy ways to bring the ages of long ago to life? Want to improve reading skills, oral language and integrate writing with other subjects? Need a fun way to introduce literature or differentate instruction?
Check out this free 20 page sampler containing scenes from the products below.
Age of Chivalry
Beowulf
Canterbury Tales
Don Quixote on Trial
Sir Gawain & the Green Knight
Shakespeare reader's theater
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5th - 12th
Colonists Break-Up Letter
This document can be used as an engagement strategy to introduce a lesson or unit on the American Revolution. It can be used as a "letter you found on the floor" before school and read it as if it is a break-up letter from student to student, building suspense to know who it is from. - XOXO, THE COLONISTS
Grades:
2nd - 12th
Also included in: American Revolution Unit
FREE! ! Flags and Fireworks for Spring/Summer Patriotic Holidays
Here are a few FREE sample pages for you to preview. They are from a larger product called Flags and Fireworks-Evolution of the American Flag Color by Number. The original has 29 flags presented in chronological order, in blackline and color by number, historical information for each flag, other info about the U.S. flag and worksheets/quizzes.If you like this small part of the resource, chances are you will love the whole thing!You can find it at:⭐ Flags and Fireworks-Evolution of the American F
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4th - 7th
"Life of Frederick Douglass: Part I" (Reader's Theater script-story)
This 5-page Reader's Theater script-story presents an adaptation of the first portion of Frederick Douglass's autobiography Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass.
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6th - 12th
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Readers' Theater - The Wisdom of Shirley Chisholm
This Readers' Theaters teaches students about Shirley Chisholm, the first African American woman to serve in Congress and to run for president, by integrating actual quotes by and about her. Her life was a testament to compassion, wisdom, and the strength needed to fight for what is right. This would be a great activity to implement during either Black History Month or Women's History Month.
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6th - 8th
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The French & Indian War - Readers' Theater
A funny readers' theater script that gives a brief summary of the French & Indian War.Script has eight roles.Worksheet w/ four comprehension questions included as the last page.
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4th - 8th
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Ancient Africa, Reader's Theater | Rhyming
This reader's theater is written in rhyme.Students read in small groups, one at a time. Divide your class into groups to start.Students then select a part. After they read, choose a few volunteersTo perform a piece for everyone’s eyes and ears. Fluency improves, and students connect with text.A lively discussion can take place next.Topics include the diverse land of Africa, Africa as the birthplace of humanity, and ancient civilizations including Egypt, Kush, Meroe, and Axum. This material is ad
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6th - 10th
Also included in: Ancient Africa Activities Bundle
Epic of Gilgamesh Script Adaptation for Middle and High School---Free Sample
This script was written for middle and high school reader's theatre and class play productions. It is fast-paced, fun, and clean while preserving as much of the original language and plot as possible.
It is appropriate for cast sizes between 15 and 40.
It includes audience participation elements and an audience script making it highly engaging and perfect for performances for elementary and mixed-age audiences.
This is the free sample.
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5th - 12th
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What is a Historian? World History Reader’s Theatre Package FREEBIE
If you are looking for a great back to school resource for your Social Studies classroom, reader's theatres are great opportunities to do so! In this fun and engaging freebie, you can teach your students about why it is important to study history, the difference between primary and secondary sources as well as how physical and human geography help teach us about our past! This is a great introductory resource to an American or World History course of study! Join Shelbi and her family on a captiv
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4th - 8th
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Lexington and Concord American Revolution Readers Theater Skit and Activities
This Readers Theater script about the Battle of Lexington and Concord will have your students laughing while learning about the battle of Lexington and Concord and how the Minutemen, militia, and Sons of Liberty were involved.SAVE 20% and purchase the American Revolution Battles and Events Bundle HEREDon't want the bundle? Purchase individual skits:Second Continental CongressBattle of TrentonEncampment at Valley ForgeBattle of YorktownTreaty of ParisMost students lose interest in Readers Theater
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4th - 7th
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Readers Theater: The Great Schism (Papal Schism/Middle Ages)
Written for AP European History, but can be used for any Middle Ages study. Your students will have a blast learning how the Catholic Church began losing power during the late Middle Ages. Various ideas for using this play include: (1) students can work in small groups of 4 and practice reading through each scene; (2) the entire class can put on the play; (3) small groups can act out individual scenes and compete to see which small group acts it out the best; or (4) students can write a one
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6th - 12th, Adult Education
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Ancient Humans (6th Grade, for Savvas World History, PPT+Text+Rec. Videos)
The first lecture of the course on World History for 6th / 7th graders. These presentations are made in align with the textbook by SAVVAS (MyWorld Interactive - World History). It's better use them with the textbook, but the bundle also contains a text for a brief lecture (as a structure), and list of recommended videos in the same .doc document.
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5th - 7th
Reader's Theater - Women's Suffrage
A Reader's Theater about the protests lead by Alice Paul in front of the White House in 1917. This is great for any middle school teacher teaching about protests, civil rights, or women's suffrage. Reader's theaters are fun and engaging. They allow students to practice their fluency and general oral presentation skills.
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5th - 8th
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Script: Hiding Spies - the story of Rahab
The script presents the story of Rahab and the spies with a parody song of the Eagle’s Lying Eyes. Six puppet characters, 7 minute run time (allow extra for the song) based on Joshua 2; 6. FK reading level: 3.7
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4th - 12th
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