Forum Theatre is a form of participatory theatre that was developed by Brazilian theatre director Augusto Boal in the 1970s. It is a unique and innovative approach to theatre that engages audiences in a dynamic and interactive way, allowing them to actively participate in the performance and explore solutions to…
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This is a resource site for early education and primary school educators. The blog shares ideas for teaching creative drama/ drama in education to children.
Saint Brigid and the Magic Cloak ~ A play-script for children for St. Brigid’s Day
Characters: Saint Brigid A poor family (Mother, Father, and two Children) A King Act 1: (Scene opens with Saint Brigid walking on a dirt road. She stops in front of a small, rundown house and knocks on the door. A poor family answers) Saint Brigid: Good morning, my name is…
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Chinese New Year Drama Activities
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The importance of learning dispositions
Learning dispositions are attitudes and habits that support and enhance learning. They are the qualities that help students approach learning with curiosity, openness, and a willingness to take risks. Developing strong learning dispositions is essential for academic success and lifelong learning. There are many different learning dispositions that are important…
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The importance of open ended questions when teaching creativity
As educators, we know that the early years of a child’s life are crucial for their development. During this time, children are constantly learning and exploring the world around them, and it is our job to create an environment that fosters their curiosity and encourages them to think creatively. One…
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Creativity in the Early Years
Creativity is an important aspect of early years education as it helps children to develop critical thinking skills, encourages curiosity and exploration, and fosters self-expression. Here are some ways to promote creativity in the classroom: By fostering a creative and supportive learning environment, teachers can help nurture the creativity…
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Halloween Drama Games for Children
Scan the code below and sign up to our mailing list and receive a free copy of Aesop’s Fables on Stage. For more Halloween drama games, click here. Try this fun, Halloween drama games in you class. Game: Crossing the Spider’s Web Minimum number of…
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The Sun and the North Wind – A Play for Young Children
Subscribe to my mailing list and receive a free copy of Aesop’s Fables on Stage If you would like to sign up to our mailing list and receive a free copy of Aesop’s Fables on Stage, click here. Characters: Three storytellers, rain, fog, snow, mist, cloud, man. Storyteller 1: One…
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The Lion and the Mouse – A play for children
The Lion and the Mouse Subscribe to my mailing list and receive a free copy of Aesop’s Fables on Stage If you would like to sign up to our mailing list and receive a free copy of Aesop’s Fables on Stage, click here. The Lion and the Mouse…
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The Hare and the Tortoise – A Drama Learning Opportunity for Children
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Voice Production Activities
Vocal Production The following three core elements of vocal production need to be understood for anyone wishing to become an effective speaker: Volume – to be heard. Clarity – to be understood. Variety – to add interest. Volume: This is not a question of treating the voice like the volume control on…
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Solo Mimes
Scan the code below and sign up to our mailing list and receive a free copy of Aesop’s Fables on Stage. The following are the outline of three solo mimes. The Magician A magician enters , bows and then takes off his cape and hat – he puts them…
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Occupational Mime
Scan the code below and sign up to our mailing list and receive a free copy of Aesop’s Fables on Stage. How do we represent occupational mime correctly? To present a correct representation of the occupation. In order to do occupational mime correctly we need to convey The size…
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The Story of the Easter Bunny – A Children’s Play for Easter
Subscribe to my mailing list and receive a free copy of Aesop’s Fables on Stage If you would like to sign up to our mailing list and receive a free copy of Aesop’s Fables on Stage, click here. Characters: Storyteller, King Magician, Magic Hen, Ordinary Hen, Rabbit, Robber 1, Robber…
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Easter drama activities for children
Game: Magic Bunnies. Age: 3 years+ Minimum number of participants: 2 Resources needed: Clear space, a wand (optional). Other Benefits: To stimulate children’s imagination and creativity. Instructions: Get each child to find a clear space. They must make sure that they are not touching anyone else. The children…
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Improvisation for beginners
What is improvisation? Improvisation is theatre without a script. The performers hear it for the first time at the same time as the audience. Improvisation is shared creation. Improvisers make it up on the spot, often working from a suggestion from others. We build ideas step by step, using, “Accept…
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Drama Workshop for Young Children based on the Three Little Pigs
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Cu Chulainn – Mime Play
Scan the code below and sign up to our mailing list and receive a free copy of Aesop’s Fables on Stage. Cu Chulainn (This is a mime play with a storyteller, the mime actions are in italics). The storyteller: This is the story of Cu Chulainn and how…
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Solo Mimes For Children
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Movement and self regulation for young children
 Movement is very important for helping children increase their control over their own thoughts, emotional responses and actions. The following movement activities are fun and can be introduced easily into the day. Movement Activity: Imagine You Are…… Resources needed: Clear space. Instructions: This game helps children do traditional stretches…
