Ms Becky's Classroom

This activity is for students who have read "The Great Trouble" by Deborah Hopkinson. Elements of document provided: - Phase 3 English timeline cards and instructions - Phase 5 English timeline cards and instructions - Challenge cards for discussions and debates.

Thank you for downloading this package. This presentation covers the following:IB MYP unit outline (including optional assessment ideas)Individual character profiles Modern day Commedia influences5 short practical activities to assist in developing improvisation and characterisation skillsThere are 22 slides in PDF format. If you would like expansion information or extra documentation regarding the contents of this package, please send me a message. If you find this useful please leave a review.

Thank you for downloading this package. This presentation covers the following: IB MYP unit outlineContent and Skills OutineSample: Quote analysis worksheet + answer keyIf you would like further information or samples of lessons for each skill/content please send me a message. Note: this unit is based on explorations of the novel “A Single Shard” by Linda Sue Park, but can be adapted to fit any novel with a character focus or hero journey plot. There are 18 slides in total in PDF format. Unit i

This package contains the following: IB MYP unit outlineInvestigation Assessment Task (Criteria A): including research topics and differentiated optionsScene Performance Assessment Task (Criteria C): include step-by-step outline of the task processReflection Assessment Task (Criteria D)Short outline of 3 Shakespeare plays: including suggested performance scenes for eachThere are 49 slides in total in PDF format. Unit is designed to last 10-12 weeks, at 3-4 hrs a week teaching time. Coming soon

This pdf contains a timeline. The timeline covers a range of tools that humans have used to tell stories throughout history. This is a resource that can be used in many different ways, across various academic levels. Ways I have seen it used: - Timeline: arrange the timeline in order - Research: as a springboard for research into one of the tools. - Retelling: using one of the tools described to retell a story.

Assessment Contains the following Assessment RequirementsResearch Topics and guiding questionsStep-by-Step guide for studentsGrading RubricThis download contains 21 slides in PDF format.This assessment can be completed in 4 weeks, with 3-4hrs per week of class time. For more context on this assessment and how it fits into the unit plan, including statement of inquiry and inquiry questions please see the Unit Outline resource in my store.

A bulletin board display/posters containing "Life Lessons" aimed at middle school students. There are 16 posters (1 introductory page). Lessons include; - Not trying is the only real failure - Feeling proud comes from doing things worth being proud of - How you treat yourself shapes how others treat you - Taking responsibility gives you power - etc.

This set of flashcards contains over 30 commonly taught theatre genres and styles. Each card contains "Key Elements" and "Performance Elements" for each genre. Genres include (but not limited to): Theatre of the AbsurdGreek TheatrePantomimeCircusShakespearePuppetryKabuki etc.If I have missed any genres or styles you would like added, please let me know. I will gladly expand the deck.

This is a basic character profile worksheet. Great for guiding students through developing original characters or developing a stronger understanding of the characters they are studying. 6 pages pdf

Printable Color Poster. 4 pages pdf. Outlines easily adaptable steps to devising original theatre. Best suited for collaborative works. Steps can be adapted to suit a range of theatrical styles and practitioners.

A collection of 50 scenarios and scene starters for upper elementary and middle school students. I have used these in Drama class for warm ups, improvisation and characterization skills, scripting activities. In Creative writing I have used them as prompts for flash fiction, dialogue, and conflict development. The possibilities are as big as your imagination. If you find them useful please leave a review!

Simple poster design for middle school and high school classrooms. Ordering Adjectives includes one poster outlining the order of adjectives, plus sample vocabulary. Poster two includes example sentences, annotated to demonstrate correct ordering of the adjectives.

Printable Poster 2 Pages. - Tone: definition, example sentences - Achieving tone.

Printable posters. 3 pages: Definition and complications How it is achieved?Steps to identify and interpret

Printable posters. 2 pages. Key principles of improv, tips for success, and reasons why improvisation is an important skill for actors.

Printable poster: Roles in the Theatre Outlining six key roles in a theatre production and how they work together to put on a performance for the audience.

Printable Poster. Color Six steps to guide students in identifying tone in written text.

Printable posters. 3 pages. 50 + transitional words and phrases organised by category. Tips for students to apply accurate transitional phrases. Design update: 2025

Printable posters. 4 pages: 50 positive adjectives50 negative adjectivesExamples of atmopshere.Literary techniques + atmosphere vs mood

This deck of cards are easily printable and contain 20 different genres (film and television) that can be used for a variety of improvisation drama games, writing challenges etc.