Free children’s plays for your classroom or drama group
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Practical drama for children
Drama Start shares short scripts, movement ideas and inquiry-led drama for teachers, early years educators, parents and drama leaders. Use the free examples below, then explore a book that fits your group.
Short plays
Try a five-minute fable with flexible casting and simple staging.
Child-led inquiry
Follow children’s questions through movement, role play and imagination.
Find the right book for your group
Looking for more? Choose from short play scripts, fairytales, movement activities and process-led drama inquiries.
Free resources first — books when you need more
Use the free plays, workshops and inquiry ideas across the site. When you want a fuller collection, explore the Drama Start books or join the mailing list for a free copy of Aesop’s Fables on Stage.
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