Down in My Belly (R = 1)
Silly. Short. Fun. "Down in My Belly" fits with a unit study on the digestive system, partner play, Choral Readers Theater, or as a fun Friday filler.
Carol Montgomery
How the Digestive System Serves You (R = 5.7)
Educational. Flexible. Full-class or less. "How the Digestive System Serves You" promotes good health by exploring the digestive system. This educational script includes a chorus so any number of students may participate.
Digestive System Olympics (R = 3.9 & 4.7)
What happens when the Digestive System Olympic trials and competition announcers interview and track Laydle McSwaydle? Through the wonders of technology Laydle's body talks. "Digestive System Olympics" Readers Theater script includes "Digestive System Commercials (1 & 2)" as part of the script.
Digestive System Commercials (1 & 2) (R = 2.1)
A talking stomach? Why not? These two commercials are from our script "Digestive System Olympics," but may be used separately in a study of nutrition or the digestive system. Both commercials are short, easy, and entertaining.
Digest It! (Simplified) (R = 1)
Digest. Secrete. "Digest It! (Simplified)" focuses on the process of digestion in a memorable way.
Digest It! (R = 1.9)
Ingest, Ingestion. Digest, Digestion. Secrete, Secretion. Although "Digest It!" fits on one page, the script is rich with vocabulary on the digestive process. "Digest It!" focuses on the process of digestion in a memorable way.
Digestion Synopsis (R = 7.2)
Gifted elementary or middle school students? "Digestive Synopsis" is rich in vocabulary with a poetic flavor. Short, concise, and serious, "Digestive Synopsis" comes with annotated curriculum links for easy lesson plans.
How I Learned English–Episode 3 (R=6.4)
Radio Readers Theater? Podcast? Television? Based on true stories of Hispanic immigrants, "How I l Learned English" shares individual stories in a panel interview Readers Theater script. The guests in Episode 3 are from Peru, Puerto Rico, and Paraguay.
How I Learned English–Episode 2 (R=7.1)
Radio Readers Theater? Podcast? Television? Based on true stories of Hispanic immigrants, "How I l Learned English" shares individual stories in a panel interview Readers Theater script. The guests in Episode 2 are from Ecuador, El Salvador, and Peru.
How I Learned English–Episode 1 (R=6.5)
Radio Readers Theater? Podcast? Television? Based on true stories of Hispanic immigrants, "How I l Learned English" shares individual stories in a panel interview Readers Theater script. The guests in Episode 1 are from Chile, Cuba, and Mexico.
Cain the Snail (long vowel "a" as ai) (R = K)
Short. Cute story. Long vowel "ai" focus. "Cain the Snail" Readers Theater is perfect for beginning readers who already know their short vowel sounds.
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/.
Whale Phone Commercial (R = 4.1)
Persuasive vs. Informative? How do YOU teach it? "Whale Phone Commercial," provides an opportunity to teach persuasive writing and speaking via Readers Theater. Plus, your students can learn a little about the power of advertising.
Strange, But True: NoC–The Beluga Who Tried to Talk (Simplified) (R=3.8)
Can whales talk? One would think not. Yet, "Strange, But True: NoC–the Beluga Who Tried to Talk (Simplified)" non-fiction Readers Theater tells a strange tale of a whale who seemed to attempt to bridge the communication gap. Based on an article from Smithsonian Magazine.
Strange, But True: NoC–The Beluga Who Tried to Talk (R=5.1)
Can whales talk? One would think not. Yet, "Strange, But True: NoC–the Beluga Who Tried to Talk" non-fiction Readers Theater tells a strange tale of a whale who seemed to attempt to bridge the communication gap. Based on an article from Smithsonian Magazine.
Strange, But True: NoC–The Beluga Who Tried to Talk (Advanced) (R=6.0)
Can whales talk? One would think not. Yet, "Strange, But True: NoC–the Beluga Who Tried to Talk (Advanced)" non-fiction Readers Theater tells a strange tale of a whale who seemed to attempt to bridge the communication gap. Based on an article from Smithsonian Magazine.
Squanto's Squash (Group Participation and Short Versions) (R=4.5)
"Squanto's Squash" jumps into the history of Thanksgiving with Pilgrims, Native Americans, and more. "Squanto's Squash" is available in two flavors: lively, with group participation or calmer, without interruptions.
Mystery of the Runaway Mutt (Advanced) (R = 4.1)
Here's a true dog story to tug on the hearts of students of all ages. "Mystery of the Runaway Mutt" combines real life dialogue with real life problems and adds an unexpected twist at the end.
Mystery of the Runaway Mutt (Simplified) (R = 2.6)
Here's a true dog story to tug on the hearts of students of all ages. "Mystery of the Runaway Mutt" combines real life dialogue with real life problems and adds an unexpected twist at the end.
Mystery of the Runaway Mutt (R = 3.6)
Here's a true dog story to tug on the hearts of students of all ages. "Mystery of the Runaway Mutt" combines real life dialogue with real life problems and adds an unexpected twist at the end.
The Haircut (R = 1)
Short. Fun. Real life. "The Haircut" Readers Theater script provides beginning readers with an easy, 2-part, 1-page script based on real life. Perfect for puppets, grades K, 1, 2, ELL, and struggling older students,
Dog Jog Adventure with the Sisters (R = 3.6)
"Dog Jog Adventure with the Sisters" was requested by a Script Buffet Club member for an all girl cast. Actually, the narrators could be boys. This light-hearted script is based on a true story that is guaranteed to make people laugh–or groan!
Fiddlewings the Cricket Sings (Advanced) (R = 5.7)
Here's a fun twist on a Guatemalan folktale requested by a Script Buffet Club member. "Fiddlewings the Cricket Sings" shares a character-building story in a light-hearted way.
Fiddlewings the Cricket Sings (Simplified) (R = 1.3)
Here's a fun twist on a Guatemalan folktale requested by a Script Buffet Club member. "Fiddlewings the Cricket Sings" shares a character-building story in a light-hearted way.