Recent Articles in Easy Partner Plays, Grades 3-5

Jen's Hen and Ken's Cat (short "e") (R = K)
Jun 8, 2013

Short vowel "e" Readers Theater?  Although we have emergent and beginning reader's scripts, here's the second in our Readers Theater series targeting short vowels:  "Jen's Hen and Ken's Cat."  This one page script may be used a Choral Readers Theater for the whole class or with just two readers.  Complete with annotated curriculum links for easy lesson plans, "Jen's Hen and Ken's Cat" includes a few sight words–listed on the cover page.  Perfect for beginning readers and ELL or ESL students, this easy Readers Theater should be just one of several you use with your students to help build fluency and confidence.

TIME:  about 45 seconds        CAST: 2 or 2 CHORAL GROUPS        TONE:  light          READABILITY:  0.0 (think grades K-1)

 

 

Dad, Sam, and the Cat (short "a") (R = K)
Jun 7, 2013

Short Vowel "a" Readers Theater?  This one page script may be used as Choral Readers Theater for the whole class or with just two readers.  Complete with annotated curriculum links for easy lesson plans, "Dad, Sam, and the Cat" includes a few sight words–listed on the cover page.  Perfect for beginning readers and ELL or ESL students, this easy Readers Theater should be just one of several you use with your students to help build fluency and confidence.

TIME:  about 40 seconds     CAST: 2 or 2 CHORAL GROUPS    TONE:  light     READABILITY:  grade 0.0  (think grades K-1)

 

Animal Riddles Collection, Vol. 1: Who Am I? (#1-33) (R = 0.0, grade 1))
Jan 19, 2013

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.  Short enough to be a Friday filler, each script stands alone or may be used in a delightful performance for parents and friends.  "Animal Riddles Collection, Vol. 1 : Who Am I?  (#1-33)" includes over 300 annotated curriculum links for easy lesson plans or unit studies on animals.

Perfect for primary students in grades K, 1, or 2, "Animal Riddles Collection, Vol. 1 : Who Am I?  (#1-33)" may inspire your students to write their own Readers Theater riddle scripts.  Wouldn't that be special?

 We have added a Flexi-Curric™ version of these scripts in our store with thinking questions, worksheets, and extension activities.

 TIME:  about 30 seconds each   CAST:  2+, or 2 CHORAL groups     TONE:  light, game-like      READABILITY:  grade 0.0 (think K-1+)

Love My Brain! (R = K, 1)
Dec 22, 2012

Short.  Easy.  Choral.  "Love My Brain!" explores morning 'til night delights of a brain using "ing" words in a poem.  Pantomime or use the suggestions on the cover page for this fun Readers Theater filler.  Complete with annotated curriculum links for easy lesson plans, "Love My Brain!" is for primary readers. ESL/ELL, and special ed.

TIME:  20 seconds      CAST: 2+, CHORAL      TONE:  light      READABILITY: grade 0.0 (Think K-1.)

Moon's Love Song (Choral Version) (R = 1.9)
Jun 20, 2012

What kind of love song WOULD the Moon compose for the Earth?  Here's a seriously silly possibliity with a few word plays.  No tune.  Just fun lyrics read like a poem in Readers Theater format.  "Moon's Love Song (Choral Version)" is for the whole class to enjoy as you study the Moon or just as a Friday filler.  Complete with annotated curriculum links for easy lessson plans, "Moon's Love Song (Choral Version) could be fun for all ages (including ESL)--with the right attitude. 

TIME:  1 1/2 minutes      CAST:  2+  (2 choruses)     TONE: light, fun      READABILITY:  grade 1.9

Tribes and Teams Cheer (R = K, 1)
Feb 15, 2012

Does your class, tribe, or team work well together or do you sometimes have problems with bullying and fighting?  Even if you have perfect students, our "Tribes and Teams Cheer" encourages positive attitudes and character.  This short, easy Choral Readers Theater script is written for beginning readers, but is suitable for most ages. 

This script could easily be used as a launch into anti-bullying or teamwork discussions.  With three full pages of annotated curriculum links for easy lesson plans on anti-bullying, teamwork, kindness, and respect, you can't go wrong!  Perfect for grades K, 1, 2, 3, 4, special ed, ELL, ESL and ESOL classes, "Tribes and Teams Cheer" helps build unity in the classroom in a fun way.

TIME:  35-40 seconds    CAST:  2+ or 2 groups     TONE:  motivational    READABILITY:  grade 0.0, but written for beginning readers  (NOTE:  Some of the curriculum links could be used through middle school and high school.)

Winter Faces (R = 0.1, 1.6)
Feb 7, 2012

Easy. Short.  Fun.  Choral Readers Theater for beginning readers.  "Winter Faces" is a poem based on a winter game our children played.  You may copy it to your board or screen to save paper since it's so short.  With two full pages of annotated curriculum links for easy lesson plans, "Winter Faces" easily adapts to unit studies on winter or quick rainy day lessons.  Perfect for grades K, 1, 2, ESL, special ed, and remedial readers, "Winter Faces" may inspire winter chases!

TIME:  about 30 seconds    CAST:  2+ or 2 groups      TONE:  cheery    READABILITY: grade 0.1 but the cast names, "artists" and "runners", elevate the grade level to 1.6

Noodle Strudel (R = 1.9)
Mar 6, 2011

Here's a short script to slip into your day when you need a filler, a break, a laugh, or a motivator for creative writing.  Light-hearted fun between a kitten and a poodle, this primary level Readers Theater script is perfect for choral reading (e.g., girls/guys), use with ESL or ESOL students, or even puppets.  Older students may enjoy performing it for a younger audience. Complete with trustworthy annotated curriculum links for easy lesson plans, "Noodle Strudel" should brighten everyone's day--especially if you like pets.   (NOTE:  For buddy reading have BOTH Noodle and Studel read the part of the Narrator chorally.)

Now with  GREAT audios by Lauren (5), Jackson (7), and their dad! 

TIME:  about 2+ minutes  CAST: 2-3 (including narrator)  TONE:  light-hearted fun  READABILITY:  grade 1.9