Middle School Drama Activities

Introduce plays from William Shakespeare by studying the great adaptions from Charles Lamb and Mary Lamb with their Tales From Shakespeare. These are engaging worksheets geared to having your students interact more with the story line and vocabulary used in The Tempest.

Tales From Shakespeare are great adaptions of William Shakespeare's play that allow student to be introduced to the story line in a way they can understand while not being too simplistic. Worksheets, crossword, word search, chapter notes are bundled together based on the story. Answer sheets are provided where necessary.

Check for more Tales From Shakespeare worksheets being posted for each play!!!

Including: Midsummer Night's Dream

Tales From Shakespeare Bundle

Celebrate the 100th Day with older students:

I have transitioned from elementary school to middle school and am teaching drama. I felt this was a good class to try a fun, thoughtful 100th day activity.

Students will choose a person who could be a "character" either fictional or real. The person must be old (I said 80, but did lower the age to 75 for students who could make a good argument) but they do not have 100. I also allowed the students to choose someone who has passed away as long as they were old when they passed away. So, yes to Elaine Stritch, no to Marilyn Monroe.

Students will have a research worksheet to complete about this person which will help them give a presentation about this person. They may present as the person or present about the person.

What's included:

• Student instructions.
• Research worksheet.

How this product is useful:

• A fun break from the routine.
• Research practice.
• Presentation practice.
• A way to link student's own personality traits to a character.

I am not throwing away my shot! Hamilton vs. Burr: A Musical Journey through Conflict and Character is an innovative resource designed for upper middle school and lower high school English Language Arts teachers. This engaging packet leverages the powerful narrative of the musical 'Hamilton' to delve into the intricate dynamics between two of America's founding fathers, Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr. This literary analysis is an easy way to practice plot, conflict, and character development while enjoying some of the best songs from the Hamilton Musical soundtrack.

Key Highlights:

• Detailed Lyric Analysis: Students will read and annotate the lyrics of key songs, exploring the deep narrative and character development. Song lyrics include Aaron Burr, Sir, My Shot, Wait for It, The Election of 1800, Your Obedient Servant, and The World Was Wide Enough.
• Figurative Language Identification: Enhance literary comprehension by identifying figurative language, fostering a greater appreciation of the songs' poetic elements.
• Critical Character and Conflict Exploration: Thought-provoking questions on conflict, plot, and character are included, promoting analytical skills through a 'Claim, Evidence, Reasoning' framework.
• Cross-Curricular Engagement: Seamlessly integrating music and history with English literature, this resource offers a multi-dimensional learning experience.
• Interactive Google Slides Presentation: A comprehensive presentation with embedded songs enhances classroom engagement and interaction.
• Comprehensive Answer Key: Facilitates teaching and ensures effective learning outcomes.

Extension Opportunities:

• Creative Writing Prompts: Encourage students to write from the perspectives of Hamilton or Burr, deepening their understanding of these historical figures.
• Debate Sessions: Host debates on the decisions and actions of Hamilton and Burr, fostering critical thinking and public speaking skills.
• Research Projects: Students can undertake research projects on the historical accuracy of the musical, comparing it with actual historical events.

'Hamilton vs. Burr: A Musical Journey through Conflict and Character' is more than just a teaching resource; it's a gateway to exploring history, literature, and music in an immersive and captivating way. Prepare to bring the excitement of 'Hamilton' into your classroom and watch as your students develop a richer understanding of literary analysis, historical context, and character study.

Let's face it, Shakespeare can be a bit...boring- but not with this Shakespearean Insults activity pack! Get your students laughing while they learn Shakespeare's vocabulary and interact with Shakespeare's plays in a new way.

Perfect for students in grades 6-12!

WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS FOR YOUR CLASSROOM OR HOMESCHOOL:

• It Makes Learning Fun: Forget dry lectures! This Shakespeare activity pack is full of games and fun learning like the hilarious insult generator, and a Cards Against Humanity-inspired Battle of Wits- and more to keep students engaged and excited about learning.
• Less Intimidation: Shakespeare can be intimidating, but these literature game activities make it approachable and fun. Students will be surprised at how much they enjoy exploring the Bard's language.
• Saves Your Sanity (and Time): No more spending hours planning lessons. This pack comes with 69 pages of ready-to-use activities. Plus, laminate the game cards and you're set for years to come – talk about a time-saver!
• Keeps Everyone Engaged: Got visual learners, auditory learners, kinesthetic learners? This pack has something for everyone! With Shakespeare quizzes and games, art projects, and more, every student will find a way to connect with Shakespeare’s plays.
• Builds a Powerful Vocabulary: The Shakespeare insult generator, English Language Arts Games, and comprehensive glossaries make learning new words a blast.

WHAT’S INCLUDED:

• Roast (Insult) building game
• Matching Quiz
• Shakespeare trivia
• 3 Glossaries
• What would Shakespeare Say activity
• Music activity
• Art activity- create a comic
• Battle of wits game- verbal smackdown

Synopsis and insults from 12 plays:

• King Lear
• Romeo and Juliet
• The Taming of the Shrew
• Hamlet
• Macbeth
• The Taming of the Shrew
• Midsummer Nights Dream
• Julius Caesar
• The Tempest
• Othello
• Merchant of Venice
• Twelfth Night
• Much Ado About Nothing

This pack is a game-changer for anyone who wants to make Shakespeare come alive in their classroom.

If you like this activity pack you may also like this Shakespearean Insult game which is great for dramatic play.

You can also find both resources in the Shakespeare Insults Activity and Game bundle,

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I don't accept returns, exchanges, or cancellations. But please contact me if you have any problems with your order.

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Looking for a fun way to get your students talking, moving, and collaborating? Look no further!

The focus of this breakout is both Shakespeare’s As You Like It. The activities in this breakout game are designed to help students review what they have read in the play. A great review game before a test or quiz. Comes complete with answer key.

Get your students tuned into Fractured Fairytales in your classroom with this ‘Rapunzels Super Strong Hair’ Readers Theatre Script. This funny and heartwarming script is an engaging and entertaining way to teach students about fractured fairytales.

In this Readers Theatre script, your students will act out the Fairytale of Rapunzel, but with a twist! This Fractured Fairytale tells a different version of Rapunzel, where she learns the power of self-reliance and making sacrifices for the greater good.

Through a series of humorous and heartwarming scenes, your students will act out this fractured fairy tale and learn the importance of finding strength within oneself.

Key Features:

• Educational and Entertaining: This fractured fairy tale readers theatre script combines education and entertainment seamlessly, making it an ideal teaching tool. It's perfect for a fairy tale unit or study! Perfect for literacy sessions or the drama classroom!

• Character Development: The fairytale characters in the script are relatable and well developed, allowing your students to connect with them on a personal level.

• Engaging Dialogue: The witty and heartwarming dialogue keeps students engaged and eager to see what happens next, making it an excellent choice for classroom readings and performances.

• Literacy Sessions or Performing Arts Lessons: Perfect to integrate into your literacy centres or your social emotional learning lessons! A great way for your students to study fractured fairytales and then create their own.

• Lesson on Self-Reliance: The central theme of self-reliance is woven throughout this fractured fairytale readers theatre script, imparting a valuable life lesson to young minds.

• Perfect for Years 3 - 7: Suitable for middle-upper elementary and middle school students, this script can be adapted for various grade levels, ensuring that every student can benefit from its message of self-reliance.

• Fractured Fairy Tales: A fun way to teach Fractured Fairytales and all the wonderful literacy elements that comes along with them.

• Easy to Use: All you need to do is print, staple and go!

By using this ‘Rapunzels Super Strong Hair’ Readers Theatre Script, you can explore fractured fairy tales and have fun while you’re at it. Your students will not only enjoy the entertaining story but will also gain a deeper understanding of different perspectives and the power of storytelling.

Simply download, print, staple and you're good to go! Woo hoo!

Enjoy this fractured fairytale readers theatre script!!

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Teaching a play by William Shakespeare? Want to provide students with a fascinating overview of the author's life, the construction of the Globe Theater, the language of early-modern English, the rhythm of iambic pentameter, and more? This 50-page EDITABLE resource has EVERYTHING you could possibly want to introduce ANY play by William Shakespeare....

This comprehensive bundle includes a Biography of the Bard, an account of the construction of the Globe Theater, handouts and exercises to help students understand Shakespeare's language, a Shakespearean insult generator, worksheets and quizzes introducing students to iambic pentameter, and more.

Here's what you'll find inside this 50-page resource bundle:

• William Shakespeare Biography: This 4-page biography of William Shakespeare explains the conditions of his early life and schooling in Stratford-upon-Avon, how he became involved in the London theater scene, the impact which the death of his son Hamnet had upon his writing career, his gradual transition from comedies to tragedies, and more. Includes a comprehension check with answer key. (5 pages)

• The Globe Theater: A 2-page handout on what inspired Shakespeare's acting company to build the Globe Theater. A dispute with the landlord of their old theater motivated Shakespeare's company to meet with lanterns in the middle of the night, disassemble their old playhouse, and transport the timber across the Thames River to the plot of land where they would build the Globe. How did the construction of the Globe infuse new life into Shakespeare's company? How would Shakespeare make reference to the Globe in plays written after its construction in 1599? Includes a comprehension check with answer key. (4 pages)

• Shakespeare's Language: A 3-page handout on the crucial topic of Shakespeare's language. Literary scholars have pointed out that "the life of Shakespeare's plays is in the language." What's so special about Shakespeare's language? Did he really invent 1,700 new words? What kinds of words did he invent, and how do they contribute to the meaning of his plays? Includes a comprehension check with answer key. (5 pages)

• Renaissance Glossary: This 2-page glossary features 50 words that appear frequently within Shakespeare's plays but are no longer used in modern-day speech: adieu, beseech, ere, fain, naught, prithee, troth, wot, etc. Familiarizing students with this words will make their reading experience much smoother! This glossary includes a definition for each word as well as an example of how it's used in Shakespeare's plays. (2 pages)

• Translation Practice: This 2-page worksheet features 20 brief quotations from a diverse range of Shakespeare's plays. Challenge students to translate each quotation into modern English. This exercise gives students a change to demonstrate their understanding of the words in the Renaissance Glossary. Includes answer key. (4 pages)

• Decode the Idiom: This 1-page worksheet features 12 quotations that feature idioms which Shakespeare invented: wear my heart on my sleeve, all that glitters is not gold, I have a charmed life, as good luck would have it, and more. Challenge students to identify the idiom by filling in the word missing from the quotation. Then have students explain the meaning of the idiom. Includes answer key. (2 pages)

• Blank Verse: A 2-page handout on the when and why Shakespeare employs blank verse (i.e. unrhymed iambic pentameter). This handout explains how blank verse emerged as a popular verse form as well as what distinguished Shakespeare's usage of blank verse. When and why do some of Shakespeare's characters break with the regular rhythms of blank verse? Why might some characters alternate between using verse and prose? (2 pages)

• Scansion Practice: Students learn to identify iambic pentameter by scanning 10 well-known quotations from Shakespeare's plays. Includes answer key. (4 pages)

• Quizzes on Meter (x2): The 2 quizzes on meter are designed to asses whether students are able to accurately scan Shakespearean lines. Each quiz features 10 quotations from Shakespeare's plays. Includes answer keys. (8 pages)

• Shakespearean Insult Generator: Shakespeare's characters are exceptionally creative in their elaboration of insults. Indeed, some scholars have suggested that the insults in Shakespeare's plays amount to their own education in wit. If your students are sufficiently mature, you could use this exercise to invite them to generate their own original Shakespearean insults. (2 pages)

The resource will download as a Zip folder which contains the entire 50-page unit in two separate formats: Word Doc *and* PDF. Because the Word Doc is fully EDITABLE, you'll be able to customize it to match your teaching style and/or the skill levels of your students — year after year! If you don't have Microsoft Word, you'll still be able to access a PDF version of the full unit — which is easy to navigate and quick to print!

If you have questions about ANYTHING related to Shakespeare, please don't hesitate to get in touch! This unit was designed by a Ph.D. in English who has devoted over 20 years to studying Shakespeare — and who currently teaches a course called "Shakespeare's Masterpieces." I LOVE hearing from fellow teachers who share a passion for great literature. Wishing you an amazing experience with the Swan of Avon!

Happy teaching!

Adam Jernigan, Ph.D.

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Feel free to check out these complete units on Shakespeare's masterpieces:

COMPLETE UNIT with Workbooks on Romeo and Juliet

COMPLETE UNIT with Workbooks on Julius Caesar

COMPLETE UNIT with Workbooks on Macbeth

COMPLETE UNIT with Workbooks on Othello

COMPLETE UNIT with Workbooks on Hamlet

COMPLETE UNIT with Workbooks on Much Ado About Nothing

Captivate your students, boost confidence, and spark laughter with "Become Anyone, Do Anything: Immersive Roleplaying Cards!" This no-prep, drama class game ignites imaginations and gets students moving.

Here's how it works:

• Grab the deck of cards (included!) brimming with unique character and situation prompts.
• Students pick a card, read it aloud (building public speaking skills!), and then... transform!
• Hilarious scenarios and unexpected characters come to life as students act out their cards with enthusiasm.

Why Teachers Love "Become Anyone, Do Anything":

• Zero prep needed: Just shuffle the cards and get started!
• Boosts confidence: Public speaking and acting practice in a fun, low-pressure environment.
• Enhances creativity: Students think on their feet, embodying diverse characters and situations.
• Improvisation practice: Thinking creatively and adapting to new situations, a valuable life skill.
• Fun brain break: Enliven your class and refocus students with this engaging activity.

Benefits for Students:

• Develop public speaking skills: Present their cards with confidence and clarity.
• Explore self-expression: Step outside their comfort zones and embrace new personas.
• Spark imagination: Think creatively to bring their characters and situations to life.
• Promote teamwork: Students may build upon each other's performances organically.
• Unleash laughter and joy: A fun learning experience that fosters a positive classroom environment.

"Become Anyone, Do Anything" is the perfect drama class activity for:

• Warm-up exercises to energize the class.
• Icebreakers to help students get to know each other.
• Creative writing prompts to spark storytelling ideas.
• Character development exercises to explore different personalities.
• And simply, for pure, imaginative FUN!

Order "Become Anyone, Do Anything" today and watch your drama class blossom with confidence and creativity!

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This is a play script for A Christmas Carol, however it is a modern remake that is based in a school. The play script tells the story of a mean, old headmaster, Ebenezer Loops, who runs a dark and miserable school. The teachers are under-paid and over-worked, and the students are not allowed to smile or have fun.

It is Christmas eve and his best worker, Bob Bamboo asks for the day off to spend time with his family, and sick child – Petite Pat. Loops almost refuses but decides to just dock his pay for the day. Then, that evening he gets a visit from the previous headmaster – another miserable person called Mr Frown.

Mr Frown tells him he needs to change his ways or end up with the same fate as him; he tells him how he will be visited by three ghosts that night. The ghosts visit and show Loops various things that upset him enough to change his ways.

After the visits of the ghosts Loops wakes up on Christmas day a changed man and tries to put right all the wrongs he has caused over the previous decades!

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There are song recommendations throughout the script, with a mixture of traditional Christmas songs and modern songs. There are 19 speaking parts, with additional non-speaking roles too for up to 30 students.

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Teach your students about conflict management through this engaging Passive, Assertive, or Aggressive AVID improv game. This would be perfect to pair with your passive, assertive, or aggressive lesson OR used as a fun team building game. This is also a great way for students to practice their public speaking skills.

Directions:

• Each slide will have a number and that number represents how many actors will participate in the improv.
• Actors will be given a challenge to act out a different scenario and will decide who plays what role as a team.
• Actors should draw a card to decide if they are playing a passive, assertive, or aggressive role.
• They must portray a passive, assertive, or aggressive tone as they act out the scenario.
• The student audience will try to guess what tone each actor is portraying.

*consider having audience teams and points

What's Included:

• 1 direction slide
• 1 teach slide with definitions and examples of passive, assertive, and aggressive behaviors
• 15 scenario slides

Some Scenario Examples:

• At a police station being interrogated
• Girl Scouts selling cookies to someone
• News anchor just before the apocalypse

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In this lesson, students learn interesting facts about the modern Broadway composer, Leonard Bernstein and his work, as they complete several projects including a WebQuest (Internet Scavenger Hunt) to answer questions about the topic. A complete answer key is provided for the WebQuest for easy grading, along with resources for both teachers and students. The student questions are included in both a print version and a digital (editable) version to make it easy for students to complete the lesson digitally or on paper. Then, students research their choice of one of his famous musicals and create a presentation or a video about it using their choice of Web 2.0 tools such as Adobe Creative Express (formerly Adobe Spark), eMaze, Canva, etc. (all are free, no download needed) or by using Microsoft Office or Google Apps. A full list of software/technology options is listed in the student lesson instructions and includes links to tutorials. For classrooms with limited technology, this lesson can be completed with students working in pairs or small groups. The completed presentations can be shared with the rest of the class if the teacher chooses.

This lesson is intended to be an introduction to the topic and was designed for middle school (grades 6-8) but could be used in high school as well. This lesson could be used in a music, drama, history or technology class and is also a great lesson to leave for a substitute teacher!

Files included:

· Teacher & Student Resources

· Learning about Leonard Bernstein WebQuest Activity (print and
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· Learning about Leonard Bernstein WebQuest Answer Key

· Musical Compositions of Leonard Bernstein Project Expectations with Rubric

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· WebQuest - 1 (50 minute) class period

· Presentation / Video Project (including research) – 2-4 (50 minute) class periods

· Optional: additional time for students to present their project to the class (time will vary depending on class size).

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Werewolf Game Cards - English | Mafia | Elementary Version | Kid-Friendly
Transform your classroom into a lively village with this engaging and interactive Werewolf Game, specifically designed for elementary students! This kid-friendly version of the classic Werewolf/Mafia game is perfect for promoting speaking, listening, and critical thinking skills in a fun and safe environment.

Product Features:

• Kid-Friendly Roles: Includes a variety of characters such as Villagers, Werewolves, Lone Wolf, Seer, Bodyguard, Witch, Prince, and many more, all designed to be appropriate and engaging for young learners.
• Full-Color Game Cards: Beautifully illustrated, these cards are visually appealing and easy to understand, helping students quickly grasp their roles.
• Speaking & Listening Focus: Encourages students to practice effective communication, active listening, and persuasive speaking as they work together (or against each other!) to achieve their goals.
• Critical Thinking: Students will use reasoning and deduction to identify the werewolves and strategize their moves, enhancing their problem-solving abilities.
• Teamwork & Cooperation: Promotes collaboration as students work in teams to figure out who the werewolves are, or, if they are a werewolf, how to avoid being discovered!
• Flexible & Adaptable: Suitable for small or large groups, with the ability to adjust the number of roles based on your class size.

How It Works: During the game, students are secretly assigned roles and participate in a series of day and night phases where they will discuss, strategize, and vote to determine who the werewolves are. The werewolves, in turn, work together to capture villagers while avoiding detection. This game offers a fun way to develop language skills and foster a positive classroom environment.

Why You’ll Love It:

• Perfect for ELA, morning meetings, or as an engaging brain break.
• Reinforces key skills like listening comprehension, verbal expression, and social interaction.
• Provides a safe and enjoyable way for students to engage in role-playing and storytelling.

Bring excitement and collaboration into your classroom with this Werewolf Game Card set, where every student can be part of the adventure!

Need a quick fun Friday(or day before a vacation activity)? Teaching American History and want to introduce your students to First Ladies of the United States? Try this fun and information play based on the Mark Goodson Production To Tell the Truth Game Show on Lady Bird Johnson. To Tell the Truth was a popular television show which has returned with host Anthony Anderson(of Blackish). Three guests all claim to be the real guest being interviewed by a panel. The real guest must tell the truth where the other impostors do not have to do so. Kids must be "truth detectives" to determine just who is the REAL Lady Bird Johnson.

Students in grades 4 and up will have fun acting out their parts and learning some interesting facts about First Lady Lady Bird Johnson,called one of Washington's first environmentalists! Discussion questions,comprehension questions and activities are also included.

Other resources you may find of interest:

1. Learn about the White House with 10 informative web questions, comprehension and discussion questions and several extension activities.Learn about the White House: A Webquest

2. Do your female students ask why more women aren't mentioned in history books.Each web question contains lots of informational text on 10 women who have made contributions to our world. Elizabeth Blackwell,Clara Barton,Amelia Earhart,Susan B Anthony,Sally Ride,Rosa Parks,Jane Goodall,Eleanor Roosevelt,Marie Curie and Sacagwea.Extension links/activities,key.Skills:reading for information/ research/computer skills.Women's History Month: A Webquest

3. Did you know that First Lady Hillary Clinton was the first First Lady to become a senator of New York? Did you know that Florence Harding was the first woman to be able to VOTE for her husband in a presidential election? Learn about the contributions of some of our first ladies with this fun and informative webquest. For grades 4 and up. First Ladies of the USA: A Webquest

Resources of Interest:

1. Reader’s Theater Script: First Lady Michelle Obama https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/Michelle-Obama-First-LadyReaders-Readers-ScripA-to-Tell-the-Truth-Play-595945

2. Reader’s Theater Script: First Lady Hillary Clinton https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/Hillary-ClintonReaders-Theater-Script-613549

3. Reader’s Theater Script: First Lady Martha Washington https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/Martha-Washington-Biographical-PlayTo-Tell-the-Truth-Play-404782

4. Reader’s Theater Script: Mary Todd Lincoln https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/Mary-Todd-LincolnBiographical-PlayA-To-Tell-the-Truth-Play-597164

5. Reader’s Theater Script: Eleanor Roosevelt https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/Eleanor-Roosevelt-A-Biographical-PlayTo-Tell-the-Truth-Play-590590

6. Reader’s Theater Script: Lady Bird Johnson https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/Lady-Bird-JohnsonBiographical-Play-To-Tell-the-Truth-Play-595238

7. Reader’s Theater Script: Dolly Madison. https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/Dolly-Madison-Biographical-PlayA-To-Tell-the-Truth-Play-601346

8. Reader’s Theater Script: Edith Wilson https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/Edith-Wilson-First-Lady-2414630

9. Reader’s Theater Script: Abigail Adams https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/Abigail-Adams-Biographical-PlayTo-Tell-the-Truth-Play-601363

10. Reader’s Theater Script: Florence Harding:

https://www.TeachShare.com/Product/Florence-Harding-A-Readers-Theater-Script-Womens-HistoryFirst-Lady-2414171

Mrs. Bie Ografee Talk Show Reading Theater Scripts:

Vikings

Ferdinand Magellan

Marco Polo

Christopher Columbus

Leonardo da Vinci

Michelangelo

Visit with a Crusader

Visit with a Victim of the Black Death

Martin Luther King Jr.

Rosa Parks

Harriet Tubman

George Washington Carver

Katherine Johnson

Tuskegee Airmen

Marian Anderson

Marie Curie

Galileo Galilei

Sir Isaac Newton

Albert Einstein

Jane Goodall

Moon Landing: Interview with first astronauts to walk on the moon

Rachel Carson

Jacques Cousteau

Thomas Edison

Visit with a Pilgrim

Revolutionary War Female Spies

Revolutionary War Tory

Thomas Jefferson

James Madison, Father of the Constitution

Pioneer Woman, Narcissa Whitman

Civil War Women Soldiers

Sacagaewa

Sequoyah

Lewis and Clark

Abraham Lincoln

California Gold Rush: Visit with a ‘49er

Wright Brothers

A Road trip Across the USA for Women’s Suffrage

WW 2: Women Pilots

Elizabeth Blackwell

Susan B. Anthony

Sonia Sotomayor

Ruth Bader Ginsburg

Louisa May Alcott

Edgar Allen Poe

William Shakespeare

Charles Dickens

Johnny Appleseed

Visit with a Leprechaun

Visit with a Groundhog

To Tell the Truth Plays:

Hans Christian Andersen

Elizabeth Blackwell

Amelia Earhart

First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt

Elizabeth Blackwell

First Lady Edith Wilson

First Lady Florence Harding

King Tut

First Lady Hillary Clinton

First Lady Michelle Obama

First Lady Abigail Adams

First Lady Martha Washington

First Lady Mary Todd Lincoln

First Lady Dolly Madison

First Lady Lady Bird Johnson

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Purpose: My Perspectives "Phantom Tollbooth Act 1" by Norton Juster: this introductory Google Slide lesson provides digital pre-reading information for the author, genre, and setting. The lesson also includes vocabulary study, practice, and assessment.

GOAL: to prepare each student to read rigorous literature by front-loading story elements critical to comprehension aligned to standards

AUDIENCE: whole group, small group, or independent work for regular ed, learning support, ESL or virtual classrooms

PDF FILE. Plus, each ZIP file comes with a PDF folder containing 8 printable worksheets to be used with the PPT lesson! These printables include Connotation and Grammar sort, Word Study, and Vocabulary Quiz with optional word bank and answer key.

Google Slides:

• Opening slides

-genre, author photo and short bio.

• 2 setting slides

-Location photos with map

-Time period photos with live link to period music clip!

• Vibrant Vocab slides: (ignorance, surmise, presume, speculate, consideration, misaprehension)

-photo appearing without word for inference making

-vocab word which 'slides in' so photo can be first WITHOUT the word

-part of speech

-concise definition

• Differentiated Worksheet/Answer Key-used as a pretest, posttest, or practice

• Quizlet link

• Part of speech sort

*Connotation sort

*Vocabulary organizer

DIGITAL USES IN THE CLASSROOM:

· Introduce new story

· Provide backstory to text

· Stimulate group discussion/prediction

· Create predictions about text

· Use as distance learning resource

· Post on webpage for review · Add to electronic notebooks

· Provide test review

· Prompt Writing or Research assignments

· Grammar study / parts of speech

· Discuss Word Connotation

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The tragedy of political aspirations

A courageous Scottish general called Macbeth is given a prediction by three witches that he will someday be King of Scotland. Driven by ambition and urged into action by his wife, Macbeth kills King Duncan and quickly transforms into a tyrannical leader. Core themes in Shakespeare's Macbeth encompass: the conflict of good and evil, the perils of ambition, the impact of supernatural elements, the disparity between appearance and truth, as well as loyalty and remorse. A prominent theme in Macbeth is ambition, evident in both Macbeth and Lady Macbeth. They are lured by the notion that Macbeth will ascend to the throne – Macbeth is uncertain about his choices, but his wife is relentless in pursuing her desires – she considers her husband a coward and seems willing to go to any lengths.

Ambition drives one to wickedness - it empowers Macbeth, increasing his resolve, yet ultimately leads to his wife's madness.

Ambition ultimately destroys Macbeth as well, as he turns into a tyrant and consequently alienates his friends.

This lesson plan, which lasts nearly 6 hours (depending on your class size, of course), provides a comprehensive analysis of William Shakespeare's renowned play. It comprises spoken and written tasks, arranged into four worksheets. The responses are also incorporated.

Dive into the festive spirit of Pancake Day and Shrove Tuesday with these engaging Paper Craft Crown Templates, perfect for learners in kindergarten, preschool & early elementary. This hands on art set offers 6 black & white designs. Ideal for classroom activities, morning work, centers or as a creative task for early finishers. Transform your students learning into an interactive celebration of Pancake Day/Shrove Tuesday, making it an unforgettable part of their educational journey.

Ways to use these crown crafts:

1. Literacy Integration: Integrate the Pancake Day/Shrove Tuesday crown craft into literacy lessons by having your students write short stories or poems about Pancake Day and then present them wearing their crowns.
2. Math Connections: Incorporate math lessons by challenging students to solve pancake-themed math problems before they earn pieces of their crown to color and assemble.
3. Cultural Studies: Use the crown-making activity as an opportunity to teach students about the history and significance of Shrove Tuesday and how it is celebrated in different parts of the world. After the discussion, students can decorate their crowns with symbols or phrases that reflect what they've learned about the traditions and practices of various cultures on this day.
4. Community Building: You can use these crafts to foster a sense of community and teamwork in the classroom by organizing a Pancake Day parade or a crown-wearing ceremony.

Side Pieces Included:

1. Pancakes: Stack 'Em High!
2. Syrup and Smiles on Shrove Tuesday.
3. Flip, Flip, Hooray for Pancake Day!
4. Batter Up for Shrove Tuesday Fun!
5. Flipping Fun on Shrove Tuesday!

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This resource features 3 fun puzzles that focus on elements from Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream. It is the perfect activity for when a school vacation is coming up and you’re scrounging for lesson ideas or when you need a quick sub plan during your Midsummer Night's Dream unit. I like to use it prior to a break; while so many other classes are watching movies, you have three activities that will keep them busy and challenge their knowledge about the play.

Product Includes:

• Crossword Puzzle covering plot, characters, and quotes
• Word Search using all characters
• Fallen Phrase that forms a memorable quote from the play
• Answer keys for each

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Get students involved in your class reading or begin writing their own skits! This product allows students to participate in your classes more through SKITS & READER'S THEATRE! Skit Action Cards, Skit Action Sheets, 4 Projects, and Suggested Uses. This product can be used for 6th - 12th grade students. Check it out!

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1. 2 STYLES of WORKSHEET ACTIVITIES

2. 4 Projects

3. 44 SKIT ACTION CARDS

4. Black & White Versions

5. BLANK SKIT ACTION CARDS for Teacher Creativity

6. 4+ Pages of Clarification and Explanation of Uses of this Item

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As a video production teacher, one of the most important parts of my class is to make sure that my students can write a script. Whether it’s the script for the daily news show or the script for a short film, the process is still the same...it’s basic writing. I take a week at the beginning of the semester to talk about script writing in general. Here are those plans.

Day 1 ~ Introduce the idea of movie scripts. Read some movie scripts. Links included to three movies.

Day 2 ~ Brainstorm your script. Work out details on Location.

Day 3 ~ Character Development

Day 4 ~ Introduce Synopsis

Day 5 ~ Write Synopsis and Share movie ideas

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Unlock a world of creativity for your 12-17 year-olds with my curated drama lesson plans! Elevate your weekly 60-minute class with 33 engaging lessons and 4 substitute plans, ensuring seamless teaching. From dynamic warm-ups to captivating activities, games, prompts, mini-page scripts, and uplifting encouragement cards, this resource is your passport to an enriching and entertaining drama experience. Join me on a six-year journey filled with varied activities, ensuring each lesson is a unique adventure!

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National Core Arts Standards (NCAS): TH:Cr1.1.9a - Develop characters within a drama/theatre work through one’s own imagination or by analyzing and using scripts.