Offering a wide range of fun and interactive Drama teaching resources for KS1-5 pupils, which are all tried-and-tested in both private and state sector schools. Over 23 years experience in the UK and internationally as an Educator, Actor, Writer and Director. Please get in touch for more details: phil.brooks@hotmail.co.uk
Offering a wide range of fun and interactive Drama teaching resources for KS1-5 pupils, which are all tried-and-tested in both private and state sector schools. Over 23 years experience in the UK and internationally as an Educator, Actor, Writer and Director. Please get in touch for more details: phil.brooks@hotmail.co.uk
Explore the classic story of GEORGE’S MARVELLOUS MEDICINE by Roald Dahl, using this 6-week Drama resource pack, which investigates in detail all the key characters and plot sequences.
All lessons come complete with detailed powerpoints and supporting resources, so no planning is needed and you are ready to go!
Lesson 1:- George & Grandma
Lesson 2:- Soundscapes and Asides
Lesson 3:- Emotions
Lesson 4:- Naughty Grandma
Lesson 5:- Making the Medicine
Lesson 6:- Taking the Medicine
Explore the popular story of THE IRON MAN by Ted Hughes, using this fun 5-lesson Drama resource pack which investigates in detail the key themes, characters and plot sequences.
All lessons come complete with detailed powerpoints and supporting resources, so no planning is needed and you are ready to go!
Lesson 1:- The Crash
Lesson 2:- Puppetry
Lesson 3:- Hogarth
Lesson 4:- The Farmers
Lesson 5:- Dragon News Report
Enjoy!
Explore the popular story of KENSUKE’S KINGDOM by Michael Morpurgo, using this extensive 8-lesson Drama resource pack which investigates in detail all the key themes, characters and plot sequences.
This scheme comes complete with detailed powerpoints and supporting resources, so no planning is needed, you are ready to go!
Lesson 1:- Travel Agency
Lesson 2:- Travel presentation
Lesson 3:- Picture Postcards
Lesson 4:- Investigation
Lesson 5:- Michael’s Story
Lesson 6:- Island Life
Lesson 7:- Kensuke and Michael
Lesson 8:- Writing as Michael
Washed up on an island in the Pacific, Michael struggles to survive on his own. With no food and no water, he curls up to die. When he wakes, there is a plate beside him of fish, of fruit, and a bowl of fresh water. He is not alone…
Enjoy!
Explore the classic story of MATILDA by Roald Dahl, using this extensive Drama resource pack which investigates in detail all the key characters, scenarios and themes.
All lessons come complete with detailed powerpoints and supporting resources, so no planning is needed and you are ready to go!
This tried-and-tested pack includes powerpoints, digital task activities and topic evaluation:
Lesson 1:- The Wormwoods (Role on the Wall and Hot Seating)
Lesson 2:- Miss Trunchbull (Vocal Skills and Body Language)
Lesson 3:- Mr Wormwood (Role Play and Monologue)
Lesson 4:- Practical Jokes (Teacher in Role and Tension)
Lesson 5:- The Third Miracle (Status and News genre)
Lesson 6:- Evaluation (Strengths and Areas for Improvement)
Looking to refresh your Drama curriculum planning for 2025 and beyond?
Setting up a Drama department from scratch?
Teaching Drama for the first time and looking for some help??
If so and you teach KS2-4 DRAMA, check out these tried-and-tested schemes and supporting resources.
This extensive bundle includes…
Schemes of work
Lesson powerpoints
Unit overviews
Assessment criteria
Assessment trackers
Schedule plans
Assignment briefs
Evaluation forms
Scripts
Are you looking for some Shakespeare lesson inspiration?
An ideal resource for both Drama and English lessons.
This fun and extensive resource pack includes Bard classics ROMEO AND JULIET, MACBETH and TWELFTH NIGHT schemes, exploring a variety of skills and techniques to help pupils develop their understanding and appreciation for these iconic plays.
All 3 schemes come complete with detailed powerpoints and supporting resources - no planning needed.
Added bonus - 2 different Bard-themed trivia challenges:
Shakespeare Quiz and Fact resource pack
Swift or Shakespeare Quiz
Powerpoints
Scheme of work
Unit Evaluation
Unit Overview
Level Descriptors
Script extracts
Quizzes
In need of some festive-themed performances to present both in the classroom and/or on your school stage?
All of these are tried-and-tested resources have consistently produced great results. Pupils and staff will love them!
If possible, please purchase the School Licence - this will allow you to share with colleagues and print unlimited copies for performers. Thank you.
‘A Christmas Carol’ adapted script (18 pages / 40 speaking roles)
Comedy Nativity script (4 pages / 5 speaking roles)
‘Little Red Riding Hood’ pantomime script (6 pages / 9 speaking roles)
‘Cinderella’ pantomime script (6 pages / 11 speaking roles)
Christmas monologues (6 characters)
Pantomime scheme (detailed powerpoints)
Christmas Quiz (20 questions)
Are you looking for inspiration with your KS2 and 3 Drama assessment?
This bundle is perfect for providing effective direction and structure to your assessment framework, offering excellent support for both you and your pupils.
Criteria and target-setting
Level descriptors
Rubrics
Are you looking for an effective and efficient way of assessing your Drama classes both formatively and summatively?
Check out this selection of 8 rubrics which have been a real life-saver when grading the participation and performances of my pupils. Feel to edit and adapt to make this resource work for you.
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Are you looking for some inspiration when it comes to setting cover for your Drama lessons?
Feel free to use this selection of 14 lesson plan and activity templates in their current form or use the structure and edit them to suit your needs.
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Proposal for Anti-Bullying Week
If you are looking for inspiration and direction when planning your Anti-Bullying Week activities, check out this resource for ideas!
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Are you looking for a performance piece to include in your school Remembrance Day assembly?
Check out this 2-page script which explores a different aspect of the impact of war as it offers a predominantly female cast opportunity.
Are you a non-specialist teaching Drama and looking for support?
Could you be teaching Drama for the first time from September?
If so, here is your SURVIVAL KIT!!
Included in this bundle are some key essentials that are guaranteed to make your life more comfortable moving forward and help you keep your head above water:
5 tried-and-tested schemes of work - extensive powerpoints and supporting resources
Performance script (included in the Pantomime scheme) - a manageable and realistic first-time presentation opportunity (for pupils, teachers or both!)
Are you an Early Career Teacher (ECT) teaching Drama for the first time?
If so, here is your SURVIVAL KIT!!
Included in this bundle are some key essentials that are guaranteed to make your life more comfortable moving forward and help you keep your head above water:
4 tried-and-tested schemes of work - extensive powerpoints and supporting resources
Level Descriptors - essential for you and your pupils
Performance script (included in the Pantomime scheme) - a manageable and realistic first-time presentation opportunity (for pupils, teachers or both!)
Check out these 2 short and fun original festive scripts, along with a selection of monologues that will have your pupils laughing (and engaged)!
These are tried-and-tested resources and have been performed by both pupils and teachers with great results.
If possible, please purchase the School Licence - this will allow you to share with colleagues and print unlimited copies for performers. Thank you.
Looking to refresh your Year 7 to 9 Drama curriculum planning?
Starting a department from scratch?
Teaching Year 7 to 9 Drama for the first time and searching for some much-needed inspiration?
If the answer is YES to any of the above, check out this extensive tried-and-tested resource bundle of 15 schemes, which will provide you with excellent material for the full academic year across the whole of Key Stage 3.
All schemes come complete with detailed powerpoints and supporting resources, so no planning is needed and you are ready to go!
The extra bonus is an effective assessment criteria and target-setting tool, which offers you a clear and consistent structure to support all schemes.
Here is a suggested guide for how these schemes could be placed across KS3:
YEAR 7
Having Fun With Masks
Matilda
Ernie’s Incredible Illucinations
Macbeth
Pantomime
Darkwood Manor
YEAR 8
Greek Theatre
Characterisation and Improvisation
Silent Movies
Twelfth Night
Advert Theatre
Commedia D’el Arte
YEAR 9
Blood Brothers
Romeo and Juliet
“Let Him Have It!”: The Case of Craig and Bentley
Looking to refresh your Year 9 planning for this academic year and beyond?
Setting up your own department curriculum from scratch?
Teaching Year 9 Drama for the first time and looking for some help??
If so, check out these 3 term-long complete tried-and-tested schemes and supporting resources which will provide you with excellent material for the whole academic year prior to pupils starting their GCSE’s.
All schemes come complete with detailed powerpoints and supporting resources, so no planning is needed and you are ready to go!
Blood Brothers
Romeo & Juliet
Let Him Have It: The Case of Craig and Bentley
Looking to refresh your Year 8 planning for this academic year and beyond?
Setting up your own department curriculum from scratch?
Teaching Year 8 Drama for the first time and looking for some help??
If the answer is YES to any or all of the above, check out these 6 tried-and-tested schemes and supporting resources which will provide you with excellent material for the whole academic year.
All lessons come complete with detailed powerpoints and supporting resources, so no planning is needed and you are ready to go!
Advert Theatre
Commedia D’ell Arte
Characterisation and Improvisation
Greek Theatre
Silent Movies
Twelfth Night
Looking to refresh your Year 7 planning?
Setting up your own department curriculum from scratch?
Teaching Year 7 Drama for the first time and looking for some help??
If so, check out these 6 tried-and-tested schemes and supporting resources, which will provide you with excellent material for the whole academic year.
Having Fun with Masks
Darkwood Manor
Ernie’s Incredible Illucinations
Macbeth
Pantomime
Matilda