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"9/11 Heroes" Readers Theater for Patriot Day
"9/11 Heroes"by Carol Montgomery A Partner Play or Choral Readers Theater A short, primary level, Readers Theatre script for Patriot Day from Readers Theater All Year™ remembering heroes of Sept. 11, 2001. This script should work with mature 1st-3rd graders and ESL or ELL students. Benefits: • entire script prints on one page (double sided) - no lost pages • single page vocabulary list allows for word study/understanding • comprehension/thinking questions make planning easier • 23 annotated cur
2nd - 4th
Reading, U.S. History
Hades Goes to Court for Kidnapping - Small Group Greek Reader's Theater
This is a small group reader's theater for 4 students. It is a short version of the story of how Hades kidnapped Persephone and tricked her into becoming his wife. In the script, Hades is in court accused of kidnapping Persephone and forcing her to live with him in the underworld. Demeter, Zeus, and Persephone are also there. Zeus is serving as the judge even though he is Persephone’s dad. They discuss what Hades did – including the way he tricked Persephone into eating something that ties her f
4th - 12th, Adult Education
Ancient History, Drama, Reading
CCSS
RL.4.10
, RL.5.10
, RL.6.10
+11
Small Group Readers' Theaters for Black History Month
In a world where reading is pushed so hard on students that many are losing their love of reading it is IMPORTANT to give them opportunities to read that are fun. Reader's Theater does this. In this package I have placed 6 Reader's Theaters. Each one has been written for Black History Month but can be formed at any time. The names of the reader's theaters are Jackie Robinson and the Bus, I Want to Read – The True story of how Fredrick Douglas Learned to Read, News of Ruby Bridges – A Kid’s Pers
4th - 12th, Adult Education
Black History, Drama, Short Stories
CCSS
RF.4.4
, RF.4.4a
, RF.4.4b
+9
Small Group Readers' Theaters for Patriotic Occasions
This group of scripts was written to support social studies standards and learning. I use them for teaching US history as well as for holidays like: July 4th, Memorial Day, Voting, Veteran's Day, President's Day etc. They are for groups of 3 to 5 students. There is a small writing/discussion prompt at the end of each script for your students to respond to.Scripts included are: The Flag Code, George Washington and the Cherry Tree, George Washington the President who Loved Dogs, The REAL Story of
5th - 12th, Adult Education
Drama, Short Stories, U.S. History
CCSS
RL.6.10
, RL.7.10
, RF.5.4
+10
The Meeting of the Rails- HISTORICAL Small Group Reader's Theater for Two People
This is a small group reader's theater for two students. The subject is The Meeting of the Rails on May 10 1869. In the script, #2 does NOT know what golden spikes were used for and has confused it with vampires. There is a short writing/discussion prompt at the end for your students to respond to.I write small group reader's theaters so students will work better in centers and to avoid having long wait times between student's lines. Wait time is not reading time and often turns into off task
3rd - 6th, Adult Education
Drama, Short Stories, U.S. History
CCSS
RF.3.4
, RF.3.4a
, RF.3.4b
+16
The REAL Story of Uncle Sam - Patriotic Readers' Theater for Small Groups
This Reader's Theater was written for a small group of 3 students. It is about who the real Uncle Sam was and how he came to be used to represent America. In the script, the hosts of the Minutes in History Show are going to interview Sam Wilson. The man is in Historical Mode and uses historical facts to answer questions. This way, everyone can hear the true story of who Uncle Sam was. It turns out that the real Uncle Sam was a meat packer from Troy, New York. Everyone discusses how his name cam
4th - 12th, Adult Education
Drama, Short Stories, U.S. History
CCSS
RL.6.10
, RL.7.10
, RF.5.4
+10
Bob Beamon - One Giant Leap for Man - HISTORICAL Small Group Readers' Theater
This reader's theater was written for four students. It ties in Social Studies with Language Arts. It is about a former Olympian, Bob Beamon, who set the world's record in the long jump in 1968. In the script, Student #1 is practicing their lines for a report on a biography about Robert ‘Bob’ Beamon when the other students hear them. At first, they are confused and think that the student is going to talk about the first landing on the moon. Student #1 and #4 explain who Bob Beamon was and is an
4th - 12th, Adult Education
Drama, Short Stories, U.S. History
CCSS
RF.4.4
, RF.4.4a
, RF.4.4b
+12
What it takes to be ALL IN for Christ! - Small Group Religious Readers' Theater
This is a religious reader's theater intended for a small group of 4 students.This script deals with how a person can know when they are living for Christ. In the script, Elijah is going on a mission’s trip and his friends want to know about it. When he says he’s ALL IN - they ask him to explain just what he means. Elijah tells them that it is a little like poker when you put everything on the line for what you believe. Elijah goes on to say that the three signs you are living a Christian life
4th - 12th, Adult Education
Drama, Religion, Short Stories
CCSS
RF.5.4
, RF.5.4a
, RF.5.4b
+8
Gold Fever- A California Gold Rush Mini-Musical
Looking for an engaging, easy-to-use script that brings history to life? Gold Fever! A California Gold Rush Adventure is the perfect classroom play, designed for flexible casting with 24 speaking roles, making it ideal for large or small groups. This script can be performed as a full play, readers’ theater, or an old-time radio show, allowing teachers to adapt it to their needs. With a 20 minute production it is ideal for a readers theater during morning announcements or an addition to an assem
3rd - 5th
Drama, Social Studies, U.S. History
CCSS
CCRA.L.1
CHRISTMAS DRAMATIC PLAY about the Birth of Jesus (Virtual/In-Person)
Looking for a Grand Christmas Production? You found it! This play entitled, " Behind the Sacrifice," gives a behind-the-scenes look at the cosmic warfare that went on during the birth of Jesus. Though the characters and scenarios are fictional, each scene ends with a real Biblical account of what took place. You are sure to love this showcase of good versus evil at its finest. What else is so awesome about this bundle? It includes suggested options and variations for an in-person or virtual
PreK - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Religion
Drama Class Day of the Dead Readers Theater Script Literature Toolkit
Be ready for the day after Halloween! Bring the vibrant traditions of the Mexican Day of the Dead celebration to life with this engaging Reader’s Theater unit, specifically designed for upper elementary students. This comprehensive resource introduces students to the cultural and historical significance of Día de los Muertos, while allowing them to explore storytelling, character development, and collaboration. The unit features an original 10-minute play that highlights key aspects of the cele
4th - 7th
Drama, Other (ELA), Social Studies
Coyote Tales - Native American Readers' Theaters - Pack 1
This package was intended for November which is Native American Month but can be done at any time. My name is Melanie Whitesides. My store names are Wonbyone, Wonbyone2, and LosDosMaestros. One of the things I am passionate about is Reader's Theater. It is a fun way for my students to improve on their fluency. In a world where reading is pushed so hard on students that many are losing their love of reading it is IMPORTANT to give them opportunities to read that are fun. Reader's Theater does t
4th - 12th, Adult Education, Higher Education
Drama, Native Americans, Short Stories
CCSS
RL.6.7
, RL.6.10
, RF.4.4
+14
Johnny Appleseed - The Apple Man - Small Group Reader's Theater
This script is written for 4 - 5 students, depending on how you choose to use a smaller part. In the story, The kids are having a discussion about apples and whether or not they are important. Johnny Appleseed arrives to talk with them about it. They discuss his life and the things that he did. Soon, everyone understands what apples meant to him. I use reader's theaters to encourage my students to practice fluency. It is a fun way to do something that they need. The problem with many other read
5th - 12th, Adult Education
Drama, Short Stories, U.S. History
CCSS
CCRA.R.10
, CCRA.W.10
, CCRA.SL.1
+2
The British are Coming! - HISTORICAL Small Group Reader's Theater
This script was written for 3 students. It was written to introduce or reinforce a lesson on the American Revolution. In the script, one person is pretending to be on the famous ride of Paul Revere and William Dawes when a friend asks what they are doing. The friend has never heard of the famous ride. The first person and a third person explain how Paul Revere and William Dawes began their ride and what it meant to the people in the colonies. Then all three friends decide to play the famous ride
3rd - 12th, Adult Education
Drama, Short Stories, U.S. History
CCSS
RF.3.4
, RF.3.4a
, RF.3.4b
+16
The Statue of Liberty: An American Birthday Gift - Small Group Reader's Theater
This script was written for 3 students. It was written to teach or reinforce a lesson about the Statue of Liberty. In the script, Sandra is going to go on a vacation to New York City and tells her friends she can’t wait to see the Statue of Liberty. Kerry is happy for her but doesn’t understand why the Statue of Liberty is all that cool or important. Sandra and Larry tell Kerry the history behind the statue as well as what some of the symbols are and what they mean. Kerry decides that someday t
3rd - 12th, Adult Education
Drama, Reading, U.S. History
CCSS
RF.3.4
, RF.3.4a
, RF.3.4b
+13
Coyote, Bobcat, and the Corn - Native American Small Group Readers' Theater
This Reader's Theater is for 4 students. It is a Navajo tale about Coyote. In the script, Coyote is hungry and is a bad hunter. He convinces Bobcat to join him to go and get some ears of corn. Bobcat is slow and it is far away also, he does not trust Coyote. But Coyote talks Bobcat into going to the cornfield to get the corn. He says he knows a way to help Bobcat run fast and off they go. By the time they get there Bobcat is tired and sits down to rest while Coyote makes a pig of himself. Soon
4th - 12th, Adult Education
Drama, Native Americans, Short Stories
CCSS
RF.4.4
, RF.4.4a
, RF.4.4b
+9
How Coyote Got Yellow Eyes - Native American Small Group Readers Theater
This Reader's Theater is for 4 students. It is a Navajo tale about Coyote. In the script, Coyote is hungry and is a bad hunter. He convinces Bobcat to join him to go and get some ears of corn. Bobcat is slow and it is far away also, he does not trust Coyote. But Coyote talks Bobcat into going to the cornfield to get the corn. He says he knows a way to help Bobcat run fast and off they go. By the time they get there Bobcat is tired and sits down to rest while Coyote makes a pig of himself. Soon
4th - 12th, Adult Education
Drama, Native Americans, Short Stories
CCSS
RF.4.4
, RF.4.4a
, RF.4.4b
+14
The Son's of Liberty - Historical Small Group Readers' Theater
This script was written for 4 students. It was written to teach or reinforce a lesson about the Son's of Liberty. In the script, Bob has been invited to join the Son’s of Liberty but has some questions. John, Patrick, and Paul answer those questions and reassure him that the Son’s of Liberty are needed to protest the British government’s rule of the American colonies. By the end of the script Bob is ready to join and now knows many interesting facts about the Son’s of Liberty. There is a short
5th - 12th, Adult Education
Drama, Short Stories, U.S. History
CCSS
RF.5.4
, RF.5.4a
, RF.5.4b
+8
The Boston Tea Party - Historical Small Group Readers' Theater
This script was written for 4 students. It was written to teach or reinforce a lesson about the Boston Tea Party of 1773. In the script, The students are having a test today on the Boston Tea Party. Everyone has studied except Alex. He didn’t think he needed to because he already knew about regular tea parties. But the Boston Tea Party was a protest by the colonies against the British Tea Act and NOT a real tea party. Chad, Rose, and Sarah tell him all about it and how the Boston Tea Party led
5th - 10th, Adult Education
Drama, Short Stories, U.S. History
CCSS
RF.4.4
, RF.4.4a
, RF.4.4b
+12
The History of Cinco de Mayo - Small Group Readers' Theater
This script was written for 4 students. It was written to teach or reinforce a lesson about Cinco de Mayo. In the script, Sofia is excited because her mom has told her they will be going to a Cinco de Mayo party and she might even let her stay home from school. Michael doesn’t think that is very fair and Cindy thinks that Cinco de Mayo is about Mexico’s Independence but José explains that it is about an amazing battle that took place when France invaded Mexico. Sofia helps to fill in some of the
5th - 10th, Adult Education
Drama, Latino and Hispanic Studies, Short Stories
CCSS
RL.3.10
, RL.4.10
, RL.5.10
+15
Father Sky Mother Earth - A Navajo Tale Small Group Reader's Theater
This is a Reader's Theater for 4 - 8 students. It is a Navajo 'Just So' Story about nature and why Navajo's walk in beauty. It is the story of harmony. I combine the 8 parts into 4 speaking parts because 4 of them are very small. There is a small discussion/writing prompt at the end for your students to respond to.If you do like this script check out others based on Native American tales at my store. I even have an entire book of them called 'Coyote Tales!' I no longer teach on the Navajo Indi
5th - 12th, Adult Education
Drama, Native Americans, Short Stories
CCSS
RL.6.10
, RF.5.4
, RF.5.4a
+6
Sacagawea Readers Theater | Women's History & Native American Heritage Month
Sacagawea Biography Reader’s Theater Unit for Grades 3–5 Fluency, Comprehension, Writing & STEM Performance Activities: Looking for an engaging way to teach history (Lewis and Clark expedition), Native American history, biographies, fluency, and speaking skills all in one resource? Your students will love learning about the story of Sacagawea and the crucial role she played during the Lewis and Clark Expedition! This Biography Reader’s Theater Companion Pack for Grades 3–5 combines performance-b
3rd - 5th
Drama, Reading, U.S. History
CCSS
CCRA.R.3
, CCRA.R.4
, CCRA.R.7
+1
Memorial Day Activity | Readers Theater | Patriotic Play Reading Script
Memorial Day Reader’s Theater Unit for Grades 3–5 Fluency, Comprehension, Writing & STEM Performance Activities: Looking for an engaging way to teach about Memorial Day, reading fluency, and speaking skills all in one resource? Your students will love learning about the story of Memorial Day, and the meaning and traditions that honor the brave soldiers who sacrificed their lives to protect our country and its freedoms. This Biography Reader’s Theater Companion Pack for Grades 3–5 combines perfo
3rd - 5th
Drama, Reading, U.S. History
CCSS
CCRA.R.3
, CCRA.R.4
, CCRA.R.7
+1
I Want to Read! - How Fredrick Douglas First Began to Read - Reader's Theater
This is a Reader's Theater for four students. I Want To Read is the story of how Fredrick Douglas first began reading. It was written to use for students during Black History Month but can be used any time. In the script, Fredrick Douglass changed his last name after he had escaped to freedom. Long before that, his journey began in Baltimore when he was just a child and became determined to learn to read and write. This Reader’s Theater is about this beginning and what it meant to him to be abl
4th - 8th, Adult Education
Black History, Drama, Short Stories
CCSS
RL.6.10
, RF.4.4
, RF.4.4a
+10
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