Reader's Theater...and So Much More!

<p><i>Reader's Theater . . . and So Much More!</i> is written for grades 3-4. This exciting resource contains plays, skits, and independent research activities with an innovative twist for differentiated instruction. This high-interest book of humorous skits and plays is a jumping-off point for research and creativity for students of all ability levels. Each of the reader's theaters comes with suggestions for differentiating and extending the lesson's content. These plays not only provide a legitimate reason for students to reread texts and practice fluency, but they also promote cooperative interaction with peers.<br><br>Grades 3-4</p> To the Teacher Act 1: Reader’s Theaters Volunteer? (vocabulary, citizenship) Waiting Room (pets) Unusual Dinner Guests (biographies) Rainforest Detour (rainforest ecosystems) Pet Shop (point of view) A Buddha-ful Play (citizenship) Progress? Bah Humbug! (communication) Act 2: Adaptations Introduction How Does It Feel to Live Next Door to a Giraffe? (tolerance) The Tortoise and the Hare (Aesop’s fable) Anansi and the Greedy Lion (folk tale) Why the Hippo Has a Stubby Tail (pourquoi) Act 3: Format Models Introduction Time Travel (serendipitous discovery) To Tell the Truth: J. K. Rowling To Tell the Truth: Harriet Tubman To Tell the Truth: Lewis and Clark The Emperor With a Rotten Attitude (choral reading) The People Moved to America! (part musical/choral reading) Give Thanks to the Pilgrims (choral reading) Act 4: Monologues Introduction Who Am I? A Monologue With a Twist Best Day Ever! The Shopping Trip Frankly Speaking Act 5: Starters Introduction A Barn With No Boundaries (teamwork and government) Defend Yourself! (animal defenses) Super Nut Man! (health and nutrition) Reader’s Theater Rubric Blank Rubric About the Authors Common Core State Standards Alignment