The Playground Poem
Will this kid ever put down the game controller? It seems unlikely, until they meet a new friend who changes everything. This thrilling poem describes what happens when two children bond over their shared love of video games and bring their virtual worlds to life through imagination and play. Students in grades 2-6 can practice collaboration, imitation, or transformation. We have also included some recommended step-by-step delivery ideas to help you turn the poem into a full lesson.
The Playground Journal: Grades 2-4
The Playground Journal: Grades 5-6
To maximize student achievement, download this drama journal for students to use as reflection or formative assessment. For each poem, we have created a corresponding journal page for your students. 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.