Exploring Caves (R=3.2)
Do you and your students know the difference between a stalactite and a stalagmite? "Exploring Caves" Readers Theater script is our companion script to our 3-part script "Cave Rescue–A True Story.
Script Buffet Club General Catalog
Collection of all Readers Theater All Year's scripts for paying members in the Script Buffet Club
Speedy Centipede (R=3.7)
This one-page Readers Theater shares centipede facts in a dialogue between 2 readers or 2 choral groups. Do YOU know what centipedes eat?
LIttle House Laura and Jack (Part 1) (R=grade 3)
This script, adapted from the beginning of her "Little House on the Prairie" book, introduces readers to the series with a family adventure in the days of the pioneers. Students will ride with the family in their covered wagon.
Tag–You're It! (R=K-1)
This Readers Theater poem is based on a true story from when I was growing up–with a donkey! "Tag–You're It!" tells the story of a game of animal tag with a surprise ending.
The Hose Phone (R = 1.0)
GIGGLE WARNING! I read this simple script to three adults and all three chuckled several times. Based on a true story. Students of ALL AGES will enjoy practicing this script with different voices.
Rocks and Minerals Game Show (Part 3) R = 4.6
Students will love the hand signals for whole-class voting on the mystery guest. And, they'll learn about specific rocks and minerals in the process.
The Frogs Who Wished for a King (R = 2.5)
This Readers Theater adaptation of Aesop's Fable includes a frog chorus for challenged readers, too (e.g., "Ribbit. Ribbit. Ribbit. Zing!"). Aesop does not mention an election in his story, but our Reader's Theater adaptation includes one.
The Council of Mice (R = 2.8)
Adapted from Aesop's Fables for Readers Theater, "The Council of Mice" provides an opportunity for a wide range of readers to participate in the fun. The "Council" functions as a chorus in this creative twist on a sometimes familiar story.
The Fox and the Crow (R = 3.3)
So, you think you know Aesop's Fable "The Fox and the Crow"? This script for puppets or Readers Theater continues the story and adds a humorous twist at the end to please any audience.
The Great Race of Mercy 1925 (Part 1) R= 5.8
Sled dogs. Saving children. Non-fiction adventure. "The Great Race of Mercy 1925 (Part 1)" brings this exciting 3-part story from history alive.
The Tune (long "u" as "u__e") (R = 0.0, K-1)
Silly fun in an easy partner play or choral Readers Theater script? Students will enjoy reading "The Tune" with an emphasis on practicing long vowel "u" sounds.
Down in My Belly (R = 1)
Silly. Short. Fun. "Down in My Belly" fits with a unit study on the digestive system, partner play, Choral Readers Theater, or as a fun Friday filler.
Digestive System Commercials (1 & 2) (R = 2.1)
A talking stomach? Why not? These two commercials are from our script "Digestive System Olympics," but may be used separately in a study of nutrition or the digestive system. Both commercials are short, easy, and entertaining.
Digestion Synopsis (R = 7.2)
Gifted elementary or middle school students? "Digestive Synopsis" is rich in vocabulary with a poetic flavor. Short, concise, and serious, "Digestive Synopsis" comes with annotated curriculum links for easy lesson plans.
Whale Phone Commercial (R = 4.1)
Persuasive vs. Informative? How do YOU teach it? "Whale Phone Commercial," provides an opportunity to teach persuasive writing and speaking via Readers Theater. Plus, your students can learn a little about the power of advertising.
Mystery of the Runaway Mutt (Simplified) (R = 2.6)
Here's a true dog story to tug on the hearts of students of all ages. "Mystery of the Runaway Mutt" combines real life dialogue with real life problems and adds an unexpected twist at the end.
Mystery of the Runaway Mutt (R = 3.6)
Here's a true dog story to tug on the hearts of students of all ages. "Mystery of the Runaway Mutt" combines real life dialogue with real life problems and adds an unexpected twist at the end.
Can You See Birds? (R = K)
Easy. Fast. Fun. Choral Readers Theater. This script comes in two font versions (the Chalkboard font letter "a" is easier to write) as well as two font sizes (so you may print it as one page or two pages).
Can You See Cats? (R = 1)
Short. Easy. Fun. "Can You See Cat?" provides a one-page Readers Theater script for beginning readers. Written from experience with cats, this script shares the fun of watching cats playing.
Benjamin Franklin Speaks About Apprenticeship and Beyond (Simplified) (R = 6.0)
Bullying. Adventure. Character building. Part 2 of Benjamin Franklin's life, "Benjamin Franklin Speaks About Apprenticeship and Beyond" includes so much more than history. Based on Franklin's memoirs.
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!
Fancy Frogs (R = 1.3, 2.5)
Short. Lighthearted. Poetic. "Fancy Frogs" explores summer fun and frogs with this Readers Theater poetry script for primary level readers, but fun for all ages.
Collision Course (R = 5.8)
Excitement. Surprise ending. Short. Adapted for Readers Theater, this classic urban legend tells a popular story students will enjoy–especially the boys!