Oh, My Heart, Heart, Heart (R = 3.8)
Lub-dub. Lub-dub. Here's a fun Readers Theater script for 2-22+ readers on the human heart. "Oh, My Heart, Heart, Heart" also easily works for Choral Readers Theater with the whole class.
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Readers Theater scripts for grades 3-5 readability.
Super Bowl Students vs. Salamander Sly (R = 3.4)
"Super Bowl Students vs. Salamander Sly" is the second free Readers Theater script where the students battle The Distractions, only this time it's the mysterious play-off game.
Dog Jog Adventure (R = 2.7)
How would you like to go jogging with three big dogs who are not really obedient? Believe it or not a teacher did and told her story in a "Chicken Soup for the Soul." Since the children in this script are older elementary or teens, this script is perfect for mixed ages and abilities.
Funny Man in Blue (R = K-1)
Short. Sweet. Honoring. "Funny Man in Blue" is another easy, flexible Readers Theater script that honors dads anytime. Complete with annotated curriculum links for Father's Day, "Funny Man in Blue" honors the work that dads do. Don't wait until Father's Day to make dad feel special!
Percy and Pudge: The Sand Castle (R = 2.1)
Character-building fun at its best, "Percy and Pudge: The Sand Castle" contrasts two pelican brothers, one wise and one foolish. Although this memorable Readers Theater script has 2 narrators and 2 character roles, you could adapt it to be 1-2 narrators and 2 choruses.
The Unforgiving Servant (R = 4.4)
Unforgiveness can destroy relationships, bodies, and lives. Here's the parable of "The Unforgiving Servant" told in Readers Theater format with a chorus, based on the original parable found in Matthew 18:23-34.
Turkey Dreams (R = 3.4)
"Once upon a camel there rode a turkey...". So starts "Turkey Dreams," a fun Readers Theater script that encourages entrepreneurship and positive character qualities for the new year or anytime!
I Like Pie (1.9, .2)
What kind of pie do YOU like? How about your students? Pies make a fun topic for study. So, by request, here's a short, fun, Choral Readers Theater for beginning readers. "I Like Pie" is one page of light-hearted fun for early readers, grades K, 1, 2, 3.
Can You See Pigs? (R = K)
Short. Sweet. Fun. Pigs. What more could you ask for in a Choral Readers Theater for beginning readers? If you've ever seen piglets play you'll envision the fun of this one-page script.
The Bremen Town Detective Band (Part 2) (R=4.3)
Here's part two of a fun Readers Theater version of the Brothers Grimm fairy tale, "The Bremen Town Musicians," with a different twist at the end. Guaranteed to sprinkle giggles into your day, this talking animal script comes complete with curriculum links for easy lesson plans.
The Bremen Town Detective Band (Part 1)(R=2.8)
Here's part one of a fun Readers Theater version of the Brothers Grimm fairy tale, "The Bremen Town Musicians," with a different twist at the end. Guaranteed to sprinkle giggles into your day, this talking animal script comes complete with curriculum links for easy lesson plans.
Three Cheers for Teachers! (R = 3.9)
A gift Choral Readers Theater script I sent the teachers who shared their email addresses with me in the past: "Three Cheers for Teachers!"
Waddles, the Grateful Groundhog–Part 3 (R = 2.6)
Fun. Character-building. Nature study. Based on true groundhog stories, "Waddles, the Grateful Groundhog Part 3" introduces readers to the third part of a three-part story of Waddles, a real groundhog who lived in our yard.
Waddles, the Grateful Groundhog–Part 2 (R = 3.3)
Fun. Character-building. Nature study. Based on true groundhog stories, "Waddles, the Grateful Groundhog Part 3" introduces readers to the third part of a three-part story of Waddles, a real groundhog who lived in our yard.
Waddles, the Grateful Groundhog Part 1 (R = 2.7)
Fun. Character-building. Nature study. Based on true groundhog stories, "Waddles, the Grateful Groundhog Part 3" introduces readers to the third part of a three-part story of Waddles, a real groundhog who lived in our yard.
Afraid of the Dark? (R =1)
"Afraid of the Dark?" eases into an unreasonable fear with fun, distracting thoughts. This short, Choral Readers Theater script written for primary readers (grades 1-2) bounces into art and science with the extensive annotated curriculum links for easy lesson plans.
The Big Red Cat (R = K, 1)
You've heard of Clifford, the Big Red Dog, right? Well, "The Big Red Cat" is NOTHING like Clifford. Think easy Choral Readers Theater (or two readers) on one page. "The Big Red Cat" may be used to stimulate the imagination or even study science. But, I can't spoil it for you!
Pretend Play for Columbus Day (R = 4.4)
Are you in a public school? Here's a Columbus Day script that may meet your needs. Join Christopher and his friends as they pretend to sail the ocean in this engaging Readers Theater script based on history.
Amos Root's Eyewitness Account of the Wright Brothers' Flight (R = 6.5)
First published eyewitness account. Historical perspective. Expansive vocabulary. "Amos Root's Eyewitness Account of the Wright Brothers' Flight" Readers Theater script pulls it all together creatively.
Fly a Bike? (R = 3.4, 2.7)
Here's a fun, easy, character-building Readers Theater script based on the history of flight and the Wright Brothers airplane. "Fly a Bike?" escorts primary and elementary readers into a world filled with amazing experiments, failures, and successes as two brothers chase their dream.
"9/11 Heroes" (R=2.7)
Short, primary level Choral Readers Theater script remembering heroes of Sept. 11, 2001.
Never, Never, Never Forget 9/11 (R = 6.2)
This free Readers Theater script honors heroes as we remember the attacks and the thousands of lives lost on September 11, 2001. Told from the eyewitness Lady Liberty, includes flashback newscasts.
The Rich Fool (R = 1.5)
What IS a parable? "The Rich Fool," a traditional parable based on Biblical literature from the New Testament(Luke 12:16-21), should launch students of all ages into some lively discussions about parables as well as the multiple meanings of this one.
Back-to-School Team vs. Salamander Sly (R = 2.3)
Salamander Sly coaches an invisible team called The Distractions in this lively free Readers Theater script full of surprises. Includes a chorus.