The Beaver and the Lumberjack (R=3.3)
Adapted from Aesop's Fables. The original Aesop's Fable is known as "The Honest Woodcutter," "The Honest Woodman," "The Golden Axe," "Mercury and the Woodsmen," and more.
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Togo–Sled Dog Hero (Part 1–Advanced)(R-5.9)
A Script Buffet Club member requested a script on the Iditarod,. "Togo–Sled Dog Hero (Part 1 of 3 parts)" shows Togo's adventure as a puppy BEFORE being a sled dog in the Great Race of Mercy–the 1925 race against a diphtheria epidemic threatening to wipe out Nome.
The Ants and the Tortilla (R = 4.7, 2.2)
This script is roughly adapted from a Mexican fable and the children's book "The Little Red Ant and the Great Big Crumb." It works well for cross-curricular lessons or unit studies on ants, insects, Mexico, fables, and even Hispanic literature.
Chanticleer's Friends and the Fox (R = 4.6)
Based on Chaucer's story of "Chanicleer and the Fox" script presents a delightful opportunity to build vocabulary in context. Although "Chanticleer and the Fox" may be told different ways, you've never read the surprise fun twist at the end of THIS story!
Animal Riddles Collection, Vol. 1: Who Am I? (#1-33) (R = 0.0, grade 1))
Who doesn't love riddles? This collection of 33 different animal riddles contains a one-page Readers Theater script for each riddle. Use the 2-part riddles chorally, in small groups, with buddies, in centers, or individually for barrels of fun.
Dog Jog Adventure (Advanced; R = 3.0)
Because the children in this script are older elementary or teenagers, this free script is perfect for mixed ages and abilities.
Mom: Every Day Is Mother's Day (Choral Readers Theater) (R = .7, harder)
Honor mothers with this short, free choral Readers Theater script. "Mom: Every Day Is Mother's Day" could also work well as a puppet script for Mother's Day.
The Earth Day Hen and Friends (2 Versions: Easy and Expanded) (R = K or 1.3)
Are you looking for a free Earth Day or environmental Readers Theater script that's humorous and educational? This script for primary level readers should generate giggles and discussions about the environment.
The Sugar Spies (R=3.7)
We're the Sugar Spies! Can't you see it in our eyes? We're the Sugar Spies, Checkin' for bad buys......... The Sugar Spies are at it again saving citizens from disaster.
Teacher Tips for Readers Theater
View all posts*April Shortcuts: 5 April Readers Theater Ideas and Tips for Enjoying Readers Theater All Year
April means Earth Day in the United States and Earth Day represents healthy living for all of us. That means teachers have plenty of opportunities to incorporate Readers Theater that teaches about the environment, healthy living, recycling, nature, animals, and more.
Carol Montgomery
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6 min read
Nonfiction Readers Theater Rubric–3, 2, 1 Blast Off!
Our "Nonfiction Readers Theater Rubrics" (linked below) offer students an opportunity to develop reading, listening, thinking, and communication skills as they fill out the self-evaluation.
Carol Montgomery
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3 min read
*March Shortcuts: 5 March Readers Theater Ideas and Tips for Enjoying Readers Theater All Year
She changed her voice for the part of the beaver and used her normal voice for the part of a narrator. When we came to the end of the script her face lit up like radiant sunshine as she asked, "Can we do another one?"
Carol Montgomery
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5 min read