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Not grade specific social studies scripts
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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Black History Month 30 minute Motown Play! Detroit History, Motown History
This short play is written from the perspective of a young Berry Gordy (Motown Records Founder) and tells how perseverance helped him launch one of the biggest record companies of all time. Students will perform classic motown songs that the whole audience is sure to enjoy! Perfect for Black History Month and for teaching music history. Students will enjoy bringing this play to life!When my students performed this play for Black History month we created a powerpoint slide to play in the backgrou
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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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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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Also included in: Medieval Scripts for Readers Theater, Short Play or Puppet Show BUNDLE
Medieval Scripts for Readers Theater, Short Play or Puppet Show BUNDLE
This medieval script bundle can be used in many ways to support your medieval unit! The various plays can simply be used as readers theater scripts. They could also be used in writing instruction/modeling. Three of the stories include both a script and narrative version of the story. However the most fun way to use them is to have your class perform them in a "Medieval Fair Unit Culminating Event" !!!Included in this bundle:-Medieval Character Profile Page-12 Full Color Medieval Character Pictur
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Kievan Rus (PPT+Rec.Videos) by PhD in History
Unveiling the Depths of Kievan Rus: A Visual Exploration for EducatorsDesigned by a PhD in History, this resource offers a visually compelling journey through this pivotal era in Eastern European history.Ideal for:Middle and High School World History Classes: Enhance student engagement and understanding with dynamic presentations.University Courses: Deepen student knowledge with a strong foundation in Kievan Rus history. (Note: For university-level courses, additional preparation using scholarl
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Hero Tales from World Mythology Bundle
Hero tales appear in every culture throughout the world, and this bundle of read-aloud script-stories showcases eleven of the most exciting hero quests from world mythology. Accompany heroes such as Maui, Finn Mac Cool, and the spider-man Anansi as they take amazing journeys, traveling to destinations such as the palace of the sky god, the fairy realm, and the land of the dead. Along the way, they face formidable monsters such as Oni, giant serpents, and the witch Baba Yaga herself. Each script-
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Middle Ages Reader's Theater {Leveled Parts}
Three leveled reader’s theaters that describe various aspects of the Middle Ages civilization and culture. The first play, Journey to a Medieval Village, explores various jobs in a medieval village. The second, At the Tournament, has a young girl enjoying herself at a medieval tournament. The third play, Talking History- Feudalism Edition, describes the levels in a feudal society.
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Journey to a Medieval Village
•Jean – 2nd Grade
•Harold – 2nd Grade
•Meredith – 3rd Grade
•Step
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Story of the U.S. Constitution - Readers' Theater Script for Constitution Day
September 17 is Constitution Day. Principals and administrators love that this readers' theater script for fifth grade and above can help fulfill your requirement to hold an educational program about the U.S. Constitution and engage students in reading at the same time. Readers theater motivates and engages readers. Used for fluency instruction, it is a proven research-based reading strategy (best practices) that provides a context for authentic reading and re-reading. The script has 19 speakin
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Also included in: Bundle: Readers' Theater for Older Students (Grades 4-8)
Remembrance Day - Veterans Day Assembly Performance & Info - Why We Remember
Need a new idea for the yearly assembly for Remembrance Day or Veterans Day? Want your classroom students to better understand the history and meaning of certain traditions or events that always take place during these school assemblies, but you don’t have time to research the details? Do you desire an idea that is more personal and has greater impact between the audience members (the students) and why we remember those who fought for our country? This 17-page document contains a summarized expl
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Create Your Own Readers Theater
**STUDENT CENTERED LEARNING****Research-Based to help increase Fluency*** This file allows you to add readers' theater to your class with your student’s creativity. Students will write, edit, and perform their own scripts. This can be done as a center or as a continuing project. You can use this as an assessment on a standard for social studies or science or as a way to monitor your student's reading. Students can write scripts about their books they are reading and either turn it into a play or
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WISC Cognitive Report Template
This is a report template for the Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children® Fifth Edition (WISC-V). This template includes a reason for referral and testing observations section. It also includes two tables, one for score descriptive categories and one to record the student's results.
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Medieval Themed Script for Readers Theater, Short Play or Puppet Show
This slightly disgusting medieval tale is a favorite of elementary age students.There are 6 speaking parts in this medieval drama. In this story there is a serious problem at the castle... their garderobe (toilet) is clogged and overflowing! Many characters try their best to solve the problem. However it is the jester, the most unlikely one of all, who uses one of his "tricks" to fix the stinky wet situation.This play script comes with:-Performing Tips and Ideas page-Character Profile page- 5 p
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2nd - 5th, Not Grade Specific
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David Bouchard: I Am Raven - Reader's Theatre and Class Story Pole Project
David Bouchard and Andy Everson's brilliantly written and designed picture book, 'I Am Raven' lends itself perfectly for Readers Theatre where students can identify themselves as one of the characters in the story. The story is about a Chief who wants to build a memorial pole for himself but cannot decide which animals represent his true nature. One by one the animals try to convince him that they should be on the pole. In the end the Chief cannot choose and decides to have all the animals repre
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Email Intro Scripts
These are brief email scripts to use for school districts, special education directors, principals, private practice owners, special education attorneys, and special education advocates. They are helpful when reaching out for the first time to make a connection and set up a coffee/lunch date!
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World War 2 Assembly Script - Second level/KS2
This World War 2 assembly script is aimed at parent/sharing the learning assemblies of KS2/second level learners. It covers the following subjects: - basic facts- Evacuation- Blitz- Home Front- RAF- Minute Silence- Songs- Art sharingThe script has 30 speaking roles but some can be split up to make more. There are also scenes which could include non-speaking roles.Please review if you enjoy!
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King Henry VIII Class Assembly Script
Bring the opulent and tumultuous era of Tudor England to life with our meticulously crafted class assembly script about The Life of King Henry VIII. Perfect for engaging students and captivating an audience, this resource invites your class to step back in time and explore the reign of one of England’s most notorious monarchs.Product Description:Immerse your students in history with our comprehensive class assembly script, which provides a detailed and dramatic portrayal of King Henry VIII’s cou
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The Easter Story Class Assembly Script
Introducing our meticulously crafted class assembly script, “The Easter Story,” an engaging and educational resource perfect for bringing the story of Easter to life in front of the entire school. This comprehensive package is designed to make your assembly both memorable and meaningful.Our resource provides you with a detailed script that narrates the Easter story with clarity and emotion, ensuring that each student and audience member can connect with the tale. The character list is thoughtful
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Albert Einstein Class Assembly
Embark on a captivating journey through the life and legacy of one of history’s most renowned scientists with our comprehensive Albert Einstein Class Assembly Script. This meticulously crafted resource is designed to facilitate an informative and entertaining assembly performance by a Key Stage 2 class for their peers and teachers.Our script provides a detailed narrative that weaves through the significant milestones and contributions of Albert Einstein, ensuring that each of the 30 students in
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Martin Luther King Class Assembly Script
Immerse your class in the powerful story of one of history’s most influential figures with “The Dream of Equality,” a comprehensive class assembly script centered on the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This meticulously crafted resource is designed to engage and educate students from Key Stage 2, providing a poignant and interactive learning experience for the entire school.What’s Included:A detailed, multi-scene script featuring dialogue and stage directions for a class of 30 chil
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Florence Nightingale Class Assembly
Step back in time and illuminate the life of one of history’s most significant figures in healthcare with our class assembly script about Florence Nightingale. This comprehensive resource is perfect for Key Stage 2 students to perform an engaging and educational assembly in front of their school peers and teachers.Our script, “The Lady with the Lamp,” is meticulously crafted to capture the essence of Florence Nightingale’s journey from a young girl with a dream to the mother of modern nursing. T
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Greta Thunberg Class Assembly Script
Introduce your school to the inspiring story of Greta Thunberg with our comprehensive class assembly script resource. Designed to captivate and educate, this package is perfect for a class performance that will leave the entire school motivated to take action for the environment.What’s Included:Detailed Script: Our script is thoughtfully written to engage students and audiences alike, detailing Greta Thunberg’s journey as a young environmental activist. It includes dialogue, stage directions, an
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Queen Victoria Class Assembly Script
Victorian Voyage: A Class Assembly Script on the Life of Queen VictoriaStep back in time with your class as they bring the Victorian era to life in this engaging and educational assembly script about Queen Victoria. Perfect for Key Stage 2 students, this resource provides a comprehensive script featuring 30 speaking parts, ensuring that every child can participate and shine.Product Features:Detailed Script: A well-crafted, historically accurate script that explores the life and times of Queen Vi
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Mary Seacole Class Assembly Script
Embark on a historical adventure with your Year 1 class as they bring the inspiring story of Mary Seacole to life in this detailed and engaging class assembly script. Perfect for performance in front of the entire school, this resource is designed to capture the hearts and minds of young learners and the wider school community.Our “The Life of Mary Seacole” class assembly script is meticulously crafted to reflect the key learning outcomes of Year 1, ensuring that the content is both educational
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