Drama - Kids

Medea - Euripides - Translated by E. P. Coleridge Medea is an ancient Greek tragedy written by Euripides, based upon the myth of Jason and Medea and first produced in 431 BC. The plot centers on the actions of Medea, a former princess of...

The Military Maxims of NapoleonAn essential volume of Napoleon's wisdom on the art of warNearly two hundred years after his death, Napoleon remains widely regarded as one of the greatest military commanders of all time. Here, in one volume, is the essence of Napoleon's...

After numerous near hits, Jamaicans had become desensitized to hurricanes and as Gilbert approached, the author was not alone in that sea of denial. Unlike other hurricanes, Gilbert signaled its intent from its inception, and it did not alter course, but strengthened dramatically, as...

Community Shakespeare Company Editions make Shakespeare's plays instantly accessible to everyone, from children through Shakespeare-shy adults. These unique performance scripts, developed in a youth theater company, inspire student actors and captivate their audiences. Award-winning playwright Richard Carter delivers the best of the Bard in...

When Nosa and his father had a car accident, a tiny ambulance driver, limping on one leg offered to assist. It was drama, in two hospitals, where the doctors refused to admit the patients. The father died in Central Hospital.But many exciting things happened...

These short scripts include teen topics and the honest feelings of teenagers--their joys and problems. The topics include the environment, dieting, babysitting, self-image, drunk driving, teenage sex, and more--all treated with humor, warmth, and realism. Many roles may be played by either male or...

Moki is Grandad's pet cat, but Moki thinks that she's a princess. When Grandad and Moki take a walk to the harbour, the weather is glorious at first, though it quickly turns into a storm. A huge wave washes Moki into the sea. Can...

The inspiring sequel to the 2015 Parent's Choice Winner, How to Read a Story Step 1: Choose an idea for your story. A good one.Step 2: Decide on a setting. Don't be afraid to mix things up.Step 3: Create a heroine--or a hero.Now: Begin....

This book is about a little girl name Kamari learns about the importance of losing her teeth. Go on an adventure with Kamari as she learns it is okay to lose her teeth.Author: Kendra Correl ThomasISBN-10: 1088020763ISBN-13: 9781088020760Publisher: Books by KenLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/10/2022Pages: 26Format:...

With her characteristically sprightly words and pictures, Aliki brings Shakespeare's life, times, and legacy to life in this highly acclaimed information-packed treasury that is truly for readers of all ages. This nonfiction picture book is an excellent choice to share during homeschooling, in particular...

The Eighth Story. Nineteen Years Later. Based on an original story by J.K. Rowling, John Tiffany, and Jack Thorne, a play by Jack Thorne.It was always difficult being Harry Potter and it isn't much easier now that he is an overworked employee of the...

First written in 1756 by Jeanne-Marie Le Prince de Beaumont, Beauty and the Beast is a well loved fairytale that has enchanted children for centuries. This adaptation keeps elements of the original fairytale, whilst also providing new and exciting changes. Once upon a time,...

"Who is William Shakespeare?" For more than 20 years, Lois Burdett has asked that question of her elementary school students in Stratford, Ontario, Canada, leading them on a voyage of discovery that brings the Bard to life for boys and girls ages seven and...

It was always difficult being Harry Potter and it isn't much easier now that he is an overworked employee of the Ministry of Magic, a husband, and father of three school-age children. While Harry grapples with a past that refuses to stay where it...

The book "That's Not Fair," explains what it means to be equitable through the simplest demonstration.Two classmates who are close friends and very similar to one another, participate in an activity theteacher directs to explain the difference between equity versus equality.The activity that Jordan...

Laurie Allen has done it again! Due to popular demand, she has created another book of short plays for teens, all fresh and original. Thanks to the natural dialogue and believable situations for both inexperienced and veteran performers, teens love the real-life dilemmas in...

"Who is William Shakespeare?" For more than 20 years, Lois Burdett has asked that question of her elementary school students in Stratford, Ontario, Canada, leading them on a voyage of discovery that brings the Bard to life for boys and girls ages seven and...

Roald Dahl fans will rejoice at the opportunity to bring their favorite books and characters to life. Five of Dahl's hugely popular, beloved books have been adapted into winning plays for children. With useful tips on staging, props, and costumes, these plays can be...

From acclaimed Native American storyteller Joseph Bruchac comes a collection of seven lively plays for children to perform, each one adapted from a different traditional Native tale. Filled with heroes and tricksters, comedy and drama, these entertaining plays are a wonderful way to bring...

"Who is William Shakespeare?" For more than 20 years, Lois Burdett has asked that question of her elementary school students in Stratford, Ontario, Canada, leading them on a voyage of discovery that brings the Bard to life for boys and girls ages seven and...

"Who is William Shakespeare?" For more than 20 years, Lois Burdett has asked that question of her elementary school students in Stratford, Ontario, Canada, leading them on a voyage of discovery that brings the Bard to life for boys and girls ages seven and...

The Tempest is an exciting tale of jealousy and betrayal, magic and romance, repentance and forgiveness, and has all the elements necessary to ignite a young child's imagination and creative energy. By her use of rhyming couplets, Lois Burdett has once again succeeded in...

Learn how to write a play that everyone will want to see.Author: Cecilia Minden, Kate RothISBN-10: 1610806646ISBN-13: 9781610806640Publisher: Cherry Lake PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2012Pages: 24Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.10lbsSize: 9.50h x 7.50w x 0.25d

Perhaps the best-known of Shakespeare's tragedies, Hamlet has all the ingredients for a gripping story: revenge and power, familial love and betrayal, dramatic sword fights, dark spooky scenes. Once again Lois Burdett has woven her own brand of magic by transforming Shakespeare's complex verse...

Kids can experience William Shakespeare's England and get their first taste of the Bard's sublime craft with this lively biography and activity book. Staging swordplay, learning to juggle, and creating authentic costumes like a flamboyant shirt with slashed sleeves or a lady's lace-trimmed glove...

Roald Dahl fans will rejoice at the opportunity to bring their favorite books and characters to life. Five of Dahl's hugely popular, beloved books have been adapted into winning plays for children. With useful tips on staging, props, and costumes, these plays can be...

Charles Lamb, a distinguished English essayist, collaborated with his sister, Mary, to create enthralling prose retellings for young readers of some of Shakespeare's most beloved works. This selection from their 1807 publications features The Tempest; A Midsummer Night's Dream; As You Like It; The...

"What, my dear Lady Disdain! Are you yet living?" These famous lines from Shakespeare's comedy Much Ado About Nothing delightfully show the verbal sparring between the reluctant lovers, Beatrice and Benedick who are happily brought together at the end by the schemes of their...

Originally written for drama teachers working with students aged 9 to 18, this collection of short, snappy theater dialogues makes the perfect short break activity in any classroom, camp, or youth group situation. Students get much more out of these dialogues than just acting...

Based on the beloved novel from the author of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and Matlida In these short plays, step into the shoes of the boy, the grandmother, or even the Grand High Witch of all the world These dramatizations of Roald Dahl's...

Peg Kehret's middle grade books have won more than 50 state and national young reader awards. So these "scare-free" monologs are perfect for speech contests, acting exercises, auditions, or as part of a performance. Warm and funny, these monologs will feel "nontheatrical," and best...

"Who is William Shakespeare?" For more than 20 years, Lois Burdett has asked that question of her elementary school students in Stratford, Ontario, Canada, leading them on a voyage of discovery that brings the Bard to life for boys and girls ages seven and...

As a writer, E. Nesbit understood that the stories are the least part of Shakespeare, but as a mother she also understood the need for simplicity. Envisioning this simplified introduction to works such as The Winter's Tale, Romeo and Juliet, A Midsummer Night's Dream...

A play that depicts Frederick Douglas overcoming his beginnings as a slave to becoming the first African American man to hold a diplomatic office.Author: Ossie DavisISBN-10: 0140343555ISBN-13: 9780140343557Publisher: Puffin BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished: 02/01/1990Pages: 96Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.18lbsSize: 7.76h x 5.11w x 0.30dAccelerated Reader:Reading Level: 5.1Point Value:...

Is your dream to become a movie director? For children who love acting, film making, and the performing arts, KIDS GUIDE TO MOVIE MAKING is a middle grade, nonfiction activity book that provides kids with the how-to's they need to make compelling movies with...

Roald Dahl fans will rejoice at the opportunity to bring their favorite books and characters to life. Five of Dahl's hugely popular, beloved books have been adapted into winning plays for children. With useful tips on staging, props, and costumes, these plays can be...

What are the dos and don'ts for using our hands? Making the right choice is not always easy for young children. Violence is never okay. The earlier children learn this, the better it is. Our beautiful hands are to do good things. Sometimes children...

Learn about all of Shakespeare's plays in one book Read about William Shakespeare's plays, sonnets, and poems as you never have before in an entertaining pop-up book collaboration between the internationally known comedy troupe the Reduced Shakespeare Company and best-selling illustrator Jennie Maizels. Featuring...

A young boy learns a basic concept in life. How to be generous and also consider the needs of others. In this story book, a six year old boy receives a gift from his mother on his birthday. A gift that he receives but...

Like every other play in the Cambridge School Shakespeare series, King Richard II has been specially prepared to help all students in schools and colleges. This version of Richard II aims to be different from other editions of the play. It invites you to...

So great were the reviews and the response to Winning Monologs for Young Actors that we had to develop this sequel This monolog book includes 63 more monologs written expressly for teenagers to use for classroom exercises, speech contests, auditions, or simply as discussion...

6th grade was child's play. 7th grade was a taste of what was to come. But 8th grade, was the year that changed everything. That includes me, my "friends," and the Middle School Chronicle Series. It was one of the most memorable, educating, and...

The drama of the teen years is played out in these thirty-four scenes and monologs for young actors. Written as teens speak and encompassing the myriad of emotions typical of the "growing up" years, the scenes in this drama book cover real-life situations from...

Get straight to the heart of Shakespeare's Macbeth; students' confidence and understanding develop faster as they explore the plot, themes and Shakespeare's language, which is supported throughout this abridged play text from Globe Education. This title: - Reduces the length of the play by...

Written especially for those who coach tween and teenage actors, this delightfully fresh workbook tells you the how, when, what, and why of theatre games for young performers. Starter scenes allow first-time performers to ease onto the stage in baby steps. Spontaneity is encouraged...

Originally written for drama teachers working with students aged 9 to 18, this collection of short, snappy theater dialogues makes the perfect short break activity in any classroom, camp, or youth group situation. Students get much more out of these dialogues than just acting...

Laurie Allen has done it again Due to popular demand, she has created another book of short plays for teens, all fresh and original. Thanks to the natural dialogue and believable situations for both inexperienced and veteran performers, teens love the real-life dilemmas in...

Les enfants sont parfois d pass s et effray s par les v nements tragiques et bouleversants qui font l'actualit . Dans ce livre, la p dopsychologue Jillian Roberts explique ce qu'est une trag die et parle de la fa on de g rer...

If you would have told me a year ago that I would develop a crush on one of the guys in my school, my friends would randomly just start dating one-another, or I would shave the side of my head I would...probably believe the...

Carried by a tornado to the Land of Oz, Dorothy Gale unwittingly frees the Munchkins from the cruel Witch of the East. She is given the witch's silver shoes and is told by Glinda, the Good Witch of the South, that her best hope...