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READER’S THEATRE. An Initiative to Promote Literacy Through Theatrical Experiences. What is Reader’s Theatre? (or Readers Theatre). Literature Supported by Theatrical Activities Interpretive Oral Reading Exercises Language Arts Social Sciences Math History/Geography.
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READER’S THEATRE An Initiative to Promote Literacy Through Theatrical Experiences
What is Reader’s Theatre?(or Readers Theatre) • Literature Supported by Theatrical Activities • Interpretive Oral Reading Exercises • Language Arts • Social Sciences • Math • History/Geography
Examples of Activities… • Storytelling • Oral Reading Exercises • Interpreting Scripts • Character Exploration • Expression through Body Language • Script Writing Activities
Elements and Concepts • The Importance of the Text • Importance of Reading Skills • Aids in Reading Comprehension • Critical Thinking Skills
How To Get Started… • Catalogues & Stores • School Administrators • Fellow Teachers & Collegues • Libraries • On-line Resources • Free Downloads • Write Your Own! • OR… HAVE STUDENTS WRITE THEIR OWN SCRIPTS!!!