On Top of Spaghetti–Again (Full version)(R=4.4)
On Top of Spaghetti –Again" adapts the lyrics to a 2-part Choral Readers Theater script or a fun partner play.
3-5
Readers Theater scripts for grades 3-5 readability.
Skateboarding Pioneer: Patti McGee (R=4.0)
A member of our Script Buffet Club who tutored two Syrian refugee sisters learning English asked me to write a custom Readers Theater script for the girls. So, with some serious research I created "Skateboarding Pioneer: Patti McGee."
My Panda (R=2.0)
Here's a fun panda poem for your primary students or English Language Learners. "My Panda"–a Choral Readers Theater–contains 3 parts. Switch parts for more fun.
Three Cheers for Teachers! (Distance Learning Version) (R=3.9)
A free Choral Readers Theater script sent the teachers who shared their email addresses with me in the past: "Three Cheers for Teachers!–Distance Learning Version (requested by a teacher).
Silver and Gold? Lame Man Healed! (Original) (R = 2.8)
"Silver and Gold? Lame Man Healed! (Original)" comes from the Book of Acts. One section of the curriculum links focuses on Nick Vujicic, a motivational speaker born without arms or legs.
Silver and Gold? Lame Man Healed! (Advanced) (R = 3.5)
"Silver and Gold? Lame Man Healed!" comes from the Book of Acts. Includes links on Nick Vujicic, a motivational speaker born without arms or legs.
The Parts of Speech Poem (R=1.2)
Although this poem has been around for many years with an unknown author, it still provides a concise explanation of the parts of speech with clear examples. Your students will learn the parts of speech in a dramatic way with repetition
The Ants and the Tortilla (Simplified) (R = 1.3)
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.
The Ants and the Tortilla (Advanced) R=5.6
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.
Harriet Tubman, Alias Moses: The Swamp Mystery (Simplified) (R = 2.1)
From the original biography of Harriet Tubman by Sarah Bradford (1869). Harriet Tubman told Mrs. Bradford the story of her life, including her adventures as a conductor on the Underground Railroad.
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.
Harriet Tubman, Alias Moses: Joe's Journey (Simplified) (R = 3.4)
"Harriet Tubman, Alias Moses: Joe's Journey" is a true-to-life Readers Theater script from the original biography of Harriet Tubman by Sarah Bradford (1869). Harriet Tubman told Mrs. Bradford the story of her life, including some of her adventures as a conductor on the Underground Railroad.
Rocks and Minerals Game Show (Part 1) R = 4.4
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.
Rocks and Minerals Game Show (Part 2) 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.
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.
Rocks and Minerals Game Show Commercial #2 (R=4.7)
The main script comes in 3 parts (i.e., 3 separate scripts) with two optional commercials. Here's commercial #2–with a surprising featured item your girls could love. Boys may want it for gifts because it features gemstones!
Rocks and Minerals Game Show Commercial #1 (R=2.5)
The main script comes in 3 parts (i.e., 3 separate scripts) with two optional commercials. Here's the fun commercial #1–with a surprising featured item your students could love.
Squanto's Squash (Simplified with Group/Audience Participation and Short Version) (R=2.6)
"Squanto's Squash" jumps into the history of Thanksgiving with Pilgrims, Native Americans, and more. "Squanto's Squash" is available in two flavors: lively, with group participation or calmer, without interruptions.
The Dog and the Wolf (R=2.7)
Another script in our series on Aesop's Fables, "The Dog and the Wolf" creates a conflict with no real resolution. Who is right?
The Miller, His Son, and Their Donkey (R = 2.6)
Ask your students, "Can you ever please everybody?" Then let them enjoy this humorous adaptation of another of Aesop's Fables,
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.
The Rooster and the Fox (R=4.2)
What's a wise rooster to do with a sly fox interested in rooster pancakes? Find out in this entertaining Readers Theater script adapted from one of Aesop's fables.
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.