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Economics Project: Fiscal and Monetary Policy Presentation
In this activity, students work in groups of four to create a weather report of the economic conditions. They use creativity and humor to apply their understandings of recessions and inflationary gaps as extreme "conditions" in the "forecast" of a desired region. Within this report, students explain the expected impacts, interview a person "in the elements," and then pose an advice (policy) of how to respond to these extreme weather conditions. The document for this task includes an overview, ru
11th - 12th
Business, Economics
Also included in: Bundle: Economics Projects
Historical Theatre Genre Comparison Project
Take your students beyond the script and into the world of theatrical traditions that have shaped how we tell stories on stage. The Historical Theatre Genre Comparison Project invites students to dive deep into a single influential genre—exploring its origins, techniques, and impact—by analyzing two plays from within that tradition. Purposeful Exploration In this project, students will research one of four globally significant theatre genres—Ancient Greek Theatre, Commedia dell’arte, Kabuki,
9th - 12th
Art History, Drama, World History
Also included in: Drama Independent Study Project Bundle
Russian Revolution “REALS” Project
The Russian Revolution “REALS” Project is an engaging, standards-based activity that blends historical analysis with modern storytelling. Students step into the shoes of real historical figures—Tsar Nicholas II, Bolsheviks, peasants, aristocrats, and more—to create 45–60 second social media-style videos capturing their experiences during the Russian Revolution. Whether used as a capstone to a revolution unit or as an interactive literacy assessment, this project makes history feel personal and
9th - 12th
European History, World History
Also included in: Russia During World War I & II – Power, Sacrifice, and Survival
IB DP Geography Podcast Yamal LNG Gas Extraction | Concepts assessment Option C
A complete classroom podcast product on the Yamal LNG Project and its impacts on the Nenets reindeer herders of Arctic Russia. Includes TWO script versions (full 4-act and condensed 2-part), student listening guide, Socratic discussion questions, assessment with rubric, teacher guide with answer key, and primary source case study. Aligned to IB DP Geography key concepts: Place, Process, Power, Possibility. No prep required. FULL DESCRIPTIONYour IB DP Geography students will engage with one of th
10th - 12th, Higher Education
Geography, Informational Text, World History
National History Day - Preparing for the Interview with the Judges
National History Day - As an 8th grade Social Studies teacher I have seen hundreds and hundreds of students begin to panic the week before their National History Day project is due because they are anxious about what the judges are going to ask them. To help ease their anxiety, I have created this document that has 16 commonly asked questions by judges over the years. Also provided is a list of 18 terms your students may choose to use during their interview to help them sound more like young hi
7th - 12th
Social Studies, U.S. History
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
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 Odyssey: The Journey of a Soul
Synopsis of the Story:After their victory over the Troy in the Trojan War, the Greek king Odysseus sails for home. He has angered the God Poseidon, however, who keeps him from home for another 10 years, by throwing one obstacle after another in front of him. After a storm blows him off course, Odysseus has adventures with the Lotus Eaters, the Cyclops, the Enchantress Circe, the Land of the Dead, the Sirens, the Straits of Scylla and Charybdis all on the way to getting home to his faithful wife
Not Specific
Ancient History, Drama, Speaking & Listening
The Right to Vote - Small Group Reader's Theater
This small group reader's theater is for 4 students. At least one needs to be a girl. The name says it all. The Right to Vote. It examines who could vote in colonial times and discusses when they changed. It also tries to convince students that the privilege of voting is just that - a privilege that should not be ignored or undervalued. There is a small writing/discussion prompt at the end for your students to respond to.I wrote this Reader's Theater for Constitution Day. I hope that you find i
3rd - 7th, Adult Education
Drama, Short Stories, U.S. History
CCSS
RL.6.10
, RF.3.4
, RF.3.4a
+14
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
News of Ruby Bridges - Small Group Reader's Theater
This small group reader's theater is for 4 students. The names are girls but could be changed to include boys. This story is about Ruby Bridges told from the perspective of children living during that time. It was written for Black History Month. There is a small writing/discussion prompt at the end for your students to respond to.Most of my students have never heard of the people we study during this month. This is why I place such an emphasis on heroes of this caliber. I tie in their fluency
5th - 12th, Adult Education
Drama, Short Stories, U.S. History
CCSS
RL.6.10
, RF.3.4
, RF.3.4a
+14
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
Students Meet Deborah Samson - HISTORICAL Small Group Reader's Theater
This small group reader's theater is for 4 students. This script introduces the students to Deborah Samson who was the first lady to fight for the United States during the Revolutionary War. She dressed as a man. I use it during Women in History month or when we are studying the Revolutionary War. It is a great way to tie Language Arts into drama and one more way to expose students to historical information. There is a small writing/discussion prompt at the end for your students to respond to.I
5th - 12th, Adult Education
Drama, Short Stories, U.S. History
CCSS
RL.6.10
, RL.7.10
, RF.4.4
+14
Fourth of July Readers Theater | Independence Day Activity | America 250
Celebrate America's story with this engaging Fourth of July Reader's Theater. It's perfect for Independence Day lessons, U.S. history units, patriotic celebrations, and the 250th Anniversary of the Declaration of Independence (America 250)!Created for grades 3–5, this interactive script brings the events of 1776 to life through meaningful dialogue, rich historical background, and age-appropriate storytelling that helps students truly understand the birth of our nation.Your students will love lea
3rd - 5th
Drama, Reading, U.S. History
CCSS
CCRA.R.3
, CCRA.R.4
, CCRA.R.7
+1
James Madison Readers Theater Play | President's Day U.S. Constitution Activity
James Madison Biography Reader’s Theater Unit for Grades 3-5 Fluency, Comprehension, Writing & Performance Activities: Looking for an engaging way to teach about America's 4th President, biographies, fluency, and speaking skills all in one resource? This resource is perfect for lessons about the Constitution and Bill of Rights, Colonial Founding Fathers, American Revolution, Virginia Plan and President's Day. Your students will love learning about James Madison, and his contributions to American
3rd - 5th
Drama, Reading, U.S. History
CCSS
CCRA.R.3
, CCRA.R.4
, CCRA.R.7
+1
Patrick Henry Readers Theater Play | Declaration of Independence | Stamp Act
Patrick Henry Biography Reader’s Theater Activity for Grades 3-5 Fluency, Comprehension, Writing & Performance Activities: Looking for an engaging way to teach about Patrick Henry, biographies, fluency, and speaking skills all in one resource? This resource is perfect for American Revolution units, teaching about the Stamp Act, the Declaration of Independence, and reading fluency practice! Your students will love learning about Patrick Henry, one of the most influential Founding Fathers, and hi
3rd - 5th
Drama, Reading, U.S. History
CCSS
CCRA.R.3
, CCRA.R.4
, CCRA.R.7
+1
Also included in: Patriotic Biographies Readers Theater Bundle | U.S. American History
John Adams Readers Theater Play | President's Day American Revolution
John Adams Biography Reader’s Theater Unit for Grades 3-5 Fluency, Comprehension, Writing & Performance Activities: Looking for an engaging way to teach about America's Second President and Colonial Leader, biographies, fluency, and speaking skills all in one resource? This resource is perfect for lessons about Colonial America, the American Revolution, and President's Day. Your students will love learning about John Adams, and his contributions to history as a Founding Father and Second Preside
3rd - 5th
Drama, Reading, U.S. History
CCSS
CCRA.R.3
, CCRA.R.4
, CCRA.R.7
+1
Betsy Ross Biography | Readers Theater | Flag Day | Women's History Month
Betsy Ross Biography Reader’s Theater Unit for Grades 3–5 Fluency, Comprehension, Writing & STEM Performance Activities: Looking for an engaging way to teach about patriotic symbols, colonial history and the 13 colonies, biographies, fluency, and speaking skills all in one resource? Your students will love learning about the story of Betsy Ross, and her skills, creativity and determination that helped shape our first American flag, a symbol of freedom and unity that continues to inspire people t
3rd - 5th
Drama, Reading, U.S. History
CCSS
CCRA.R.3
, CCRA.R.4
, CCRA.R.7
+1
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
Abraham Lincoln Readers Theater Play | President's Day | Gettysburg Address
Abe Lincoln Biography Reader’s Theater Unit for Grades 3-5 Fluency, Comprehension, Writing & Performance Activities: Looking for an engaging way to teach about America's 16th President, biographies, fluency, and speaking skills all in one resource? This resource is perfect for lessons about the Civil War, Gettysburg Address, Emancipation Proclamation, and President's Day. Your students will love learning about Abraham Lincoln, and admire his contributions to history as one of the most famous Pre
3rd - 5th
Drama, Reading, U.S. History
CCSS
CCRA.R.3
, CCRA.R.4
, CCRA.R.7
+1
Also included in: Patriotic Biographies Readers Theater Bundle | U.S. American History
George Washington Activity | Readers Theater | Presidents Day | Colonial History
George Washington Biography Reader’s Theater Unit for Grades 3-5 Fluency, Comprehension, Writing & Performance Activities: Looking for an engaging way to teach about George Washington, biographies, fluency, and speaking skills all in one resource? This resource is perfect for American Revolution units, President's Day, and reading fluency practice! Your students will love learning about our first President, and the leadership qualities he was admired for. Scenes include: Growing up on a Virgini
3rd - 5th
Drama, Reading, U.S. History
CCSS
CCRA.R.3
, CCRA.R.4
, CCRA.R.7
+1
Thomas Jefferson Readers Theater | Declaration of Independence | Presidents Day
Thomas Jefferson Biography Reader’s Theater Activity for Grades 3-5 Fluency, Comprehension, Writing & Performance Activities: Looking for an engaging way to teach about Thomas Jefferson, biographies, fluency, and speaking skills all in one resource? This resource is perfect for American Revolution units, teaching about the Declaration of Independence, and reading fluency practice! Your students will love learning about Thomas Jefferson, one of the most influential Founding Fathers, and his contr
3rd - 5th
Drama, Reading, U.S. History
CCSS
CCRA.R.3
, CCRA.R.4
, CCRA.R.7
+1
Benjamin Franklin Biography | Readers Theater | Inventor | American Revolution
Ben Franklin Biography Reader’s Theater Unit for Grades 3-5 Fluency, Comprehension, Writing & STEM Performance Activities: Looking for an engaging way to teach about Ben Franklin, biographies, fluency, and speaking skills all in one resource? This resource is perfect for American Revolution units, STEM/Inventor connections and fluency practice! Your students will love learning about the story of the man with many ideas and his many inventions: bifocals, first lending library, first volunteer fir
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
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