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Revolutionary War: The Printing Press

Revolutionary War: The Printing Press

Connecting historical events to movement and narrative can be a great way to help students in grades 5-7 memorize dates and facts.  In this lesson, students read a story about a parent and child who are on different sides of the American Revolution. While using collaboration, imitation, and character transformation to act out the story, students can also learn about the factors that shaped the Revolutionary War and the different perspectives of Loyalists and Patriots. 

NOTE: Revolutionary War: The Printing Press is part of our unique library of integrated lessons. 
These specialized lessons simultaneously teach concepts and skills related to drama and the other subject(s) targeted in the lesson. In addition, these lessons are designed to meet National Standards for Drama and for the integrated subject(s), so you can reach learning goals across multiple disciplines.

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Rooster’s Off to Save the World Lesson

Rooster's Off to Save the World Lesson

At first glance, math and drama skills may seem like an unlikely pairing. However, in this playful lesson for grades K-2, students can practice addition and subtraction while honing their movement and animal transformation skills. Based on the beloved book by Eric Carle, this integrated lesson helps students more deeply understand the concepts of addition and subtraction while encouraging their sense of imagination and play.

NOTE: Rooster's Off to Save the World is part of our unique library of integrated lessons. These specialized lessons simultaneously teach concepts and skills related to drama and the other subject(s) targeted in the lesson. In addition, these lessons are designed to meet National Standards for Drama and for the integrated subject(s), so you can reach learning goals across multiple disciplines.

Maximillian in Trouble Poem 

Maximillian in Trouble Poem 

Sometimes the most loveable children get in the most trouble... especially the ones with four legs and a tail! Students in grades 2-5 will have a blast imitating this mischievous dog, who wreaks havoc when his mom leaves him alone in the house. This poem provides a great opportunity for students to practice imitation, transformation, and body object skills. We have also included some step-by-step delivery instructions to help you turn this poem into a full lesson.

Maximillian in Trouble Journal: Grades 2-5

To maximize student achievement, download this drama journal for students to use as reflection or formative assessment. A drama journal allows participants to reflect on their learning and artistic growth (metacognition). It also allows you, the teacher, to see how students are using the drama vocabulary, thinking about big ideas, and perceiving their own strengths and weaknesses.

The Chase Lesson

The Chase Lesson

Looking for an exciting way to teach students about personal space and self-esteem? This lesson is a great way to help students practice self-control, imitation, and concentration skills, while keeping them active! Progressing from independent movement work to full group collaboration, the Chase provides a thorough yet fun introduction to these topics. 

The Tiny Seed Lesson

The Tiny Seed Lesson

Objective: students learn about problem solving – what do plants need to grow?
Building off the previous Carrot Seed lesson, this one continues the theme working with real life plants and gardens.  This lesson uses the book “The Tiny Seed” by Eric Carle: find a copy at the bookstore or at the library to complete the materials.  The students continue their study on the conditions important for plants to grow and how to solve problems as a team (part of the kindergarten objectives).   This lesson is part of our recommended sequence in the Kindergarten Curriculum.

The Magic Carpet Lesson

The Magic Carpet Lesson

Objective: students use their imagination and experiment with the five senses to take a magic carpet ride.
Young children revel in using their senses to explore the world around them.  This lesson gives them the opportunity to use their imagination and the five senses to create a drama.  You will guide them as they journey to different places and imagine the sensations of the environment (part of the kindergarten objectives).  This lesson is part of our recommended sequence in the Kindergarten Curriculum.

The Elves & the Shoemaker Lesson

The Elves & the Shoemaker Lesson

Objective: students demonstrate concentration, listening, and imitation skills.
Building on the previous lessons in the Kindergarten series, students begin working with listening and imitation skills (part of the kindergarten objectives).  We adapted this lesson from the Grimm’s fairytale and you can use your own version or we included one for quick reference with teaching tips.  This lesson is part of our recommended sequence in the Kindergarten Curriculum.

Seeds Grow & The Greedy Little Fish Lesson

Seeds Grow & The Greedy Little Fish Lesson

Objective: students solve acting problems before acting out a story.
Sometimes actors face problems in deciding how they will act out a certain part of a story.  Getting the students to think like artists and problem solve before playing a story is the goal of this lesson.  Students work with problem solving skills along with self-management behaviors (part of the kindergarten objectives).  This lesson incorporates The Greedy Little Fish story: download it from our story library to complete the materials.  This lesson is part of our recommended sequence in the Kindergarten Curriculum.

Magic Carpet Lesson

Magic Carpet Lesson

Magic Carpet Lesson: Reviewing C.I.T.I.

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Objective: students demonstrate transformation in a drama activity.
Students ride on magic carpets and transform into the creatures and things they find on the way.  While learning to use the space of the classroom for story enactment, students take a journey looking for a lost item and return once again to the classroom.   Students practice cooperation skills (following directions, keeping personal space, refraining from causing distractions) which are part of the first grade objectives.  This lesson is part of our recommended sequence in the First Grade Curriculum.

Peanut Butter & Jelly Lesson

Peanut Butter & Jelly Lesson

Peanut Butter & Jelly Lesson: Transformation and Imitation 

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Objective: students demonstrate transformation and imitation skills to communicate ideas.
Working with vocabulary words, students learn to express multiple meanings and images of words through the use of physical transformation and imitation (part of the first grade objectives).   In addition, students have to demonstrate cooperation with you and their peers, follow directions, and manage their personal space.  You can also refer to the Peanut Butter & Jelly activity write-up (in addition to this lesson) for further details if needed.  This lesson is part of our recommended sequence in the First Grade Curriculum.