Brown Rabbit (R=1.3)
Have you ever seen a wild, cottontail rabbit act like a statue with a wiggly nose? We have a lot out here. So, this short Readers Theater poem shares one encounter
Beginning–Partner Plays
Beginning Readers Theater 2-part scripts for Choral Readers Theater or partner plays
Move Over, Cow (R=grade 1)
Do your students enjoy silly poems? If you're willing to risk some giggles your primary level students will enjoy "Move Over Cow." What would THEY do if they found a cow under their pillows?
Picnic Visitors (R= grade 1)
Have you ever tried to have a picnic with surprise visitors? What do you do if they fly in or crawl in? "Picnic Visitors" Readers Theater poem describes that dilemma.
The Spy Fly (long "i" as "y") R=0.0 (K-1)
Short. Silly. Special. "The Spy Fly" focuses on words with the sound of the long "i" even though they are spelled using the letter "y." This partner play or Choral Readers Theater script also provides practice in intonation and expression because of the questions included as part of the script.
The Baby's Tune (long "u" as "u__e") R = 0.0 (K-1)
Short. Sweet. Easy. "The Baby's Tune" Readers Theater script focuses on long "u" words in a partner play that may also be done chorally. Perfect for beginning readers of all ages.
Luke's Mule (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 "Luke's Mule" with an emphasis on practicing long vowel "u" sounds.
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.
A Sick Visit (long "u" as "ue" and "ui"; R=0.0, K-1)
Silly fun in an easy partner play or choral Readers Theater script? Students will enjoy reading "A Sick Visit" with an emphasis on practicing long vowel "u" sounds.
Sue's Tuna Stew (long "u" as "ew"; R=0.0, think K-1)
Fun two-page script. "Sue's Tuna Stew" shares a somewhat silly story for building vocabulary and fluency in beginning readers. Perfect for primary readers (grades K, 1, 2), English Language Learners (ELL, ESL), special ed, and struggling older students.
Mole's Bad Dream (long "o" as "o__e") (R=0.0, K-1)
Easy. Exciting. Fun. "Mole's Bad Dream (long 'o' as 'o__e')" focuses on long "o" words with a short story on one page. Perfect for beginning readers of all ages (including ELL students.
A Joke for Mole (long "o" as "o__e") (R = K-1)
Short. Simple. Silly. Two font styles. "A Joke for Mole (long "o" as "o__e")" provides fun practice for beginning readers of all ages. How does Mole respond to his surprise?
Swine by the Pines (long "i" as "i__e") (R=0.0, K-1)
Short. Easy. Long vowel "i." "Swine by the Pines (long 'i' as 'i__e')," allows students of all ages to imagine pigs on Mike's farm. Perfect for beginning readers in kindergarten, ELL, special ed, struggling students, and adult learners.
Mice on a Bike (long "i" as "i__e") (R=0.0, K-1)
Short. Sweet. Long vowel "i" focus. "Mice on a Bike (long 'i'as 'i__e')" tells a special story of friendship on one page. This partner play is perfect for beginning and emergent readers.
A Night Flight (long "i" as "igh") (R=0.0, think K-1)
What bird flies at night? This one page Readers Theater script answers that question. "A Night Flight (long 'i' as 'igh')" tells a short story by giving clues and asking questions at the end.
A Goat in a Boat (long "o" as "oa") (R = 0.0, K)
Fun to act out! "A Goat in a Boat (long 'o' as 'oa')" Readers Theater provides entertaining practice for beginning readers focusing on long vowel "o."
A Hide and Seek Prize, long "I, i_e, y, ie" R = 0.0 (K-1)
"A Hide and Seek Prize" Readers Theater focuses on long vowel "i" words for beginning readers. It's tricky telling a story with limited vocabulary and no pictures, but students should understand the basic story and the prize in this easy Readers Theater script.
Peach on the Beach (long "e") R = 0.0 (K-1)
Short. Sweet. Long vowel "e" focus. "Peach on the Beach" Readers Theater is for beginning readers. This script works well as a partner play because one part is an adult and one part is a child. Have the partners change their voices with each part for more fluency practice.
Taffy and Tabby (-y as a vowel, long "e" sound) (R=K-1)
Taffy, the fluffy puppy, and Tabby, the fuzzy cat play in this fun Readers Theater for emergent readers. "Taffy and Tabby" focuses on words that end in the letter "y," giving practice with several easy two-syllable words.
The Thief (long "e" as ie, ee, ea) (R=K-1)
Who is Lassie? Who is the thief? These questions are easily answered in the easy Readers Theater script, "The Thief." Focusing on long "e" words using "ie," "ee," and "ea," "The Thief" tells a fun, short adventure story. "
The Queen's Bees (long "e" as "ee" & "ea") (R=K-1)
Easy. Non-fiction. Focus on long vowel "e" sound. "The Queen's Bees" Readers Theater script teaches a little about bees with a fun, shocking surprise ending for readers.
Steve's Odd Dream (long e as ee, ea, e_e) (R=K-1)
Short. Fun. Long E focus. "Steve's Odd Dream" tells a silly story Readers Theater style. Perfect for choral reading, buddy reading, or partner plays,
Lake Daze (long "a" as "a__e") (R=K-1)
Easy. Fun. Surprise ending. "Lake Daze" Readers Theater invites students to imagine a visit to a lake. "Lake Daze" focuses on long "a" words with "a__e".
A Gray Day (long "a" as ay) (R=K-1)
For emergent and beginning readers, here's a long vowel Readers Theater script that's only one page. "A Gray Day" focuses on the long "a" sound as "ay." Use "A Gray Day" chorally, buddy reading, or as a partner play.
King and the Bird (R = K)
Short. Easy. Focus on "ng" words. "King and the Bird" tells a touching story Readers Theater style using several words with the digraph /ng/.