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Drama Trunk is dedicated to PREMIUM drama resources. I am a qualified and award winning drama teacher, who creates drama resources that are ready to use and curriculum aligned.

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Drama Trunk is dedicated to PREMIUM drama resources. I am a qualified and award winning drama teacher, who creates drama resources that are ready to use and curriculum aligned.
CHARACTER CARDS Drama Cards
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CHARACTER CARDS Drama Cards

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This set of 259 Character Cards comes with 3 suggested activities (Character Scenes; Monologues; Bus Stop) but can be used in so many more ways. Enhance creativity, storytelling and character development with these versatile cards. NEVER BE STUCK FOR A DRAMA ACTIVITY AGAIN! ************ DRAMA CARD BUNDLE *************** The following 17 DRAMA TRUNK card sets come with at least 2 suggested activities and are available INDIVIDUALLY or as a CLASSIC BUNDLED SET: • Characters • Quirky Characters • Dramatic Deaths • Lines • Mimes • Locations • Genres • Pictures • Silly Superheroes • Titles • Moods • Movement • Mannerisms • Character Switches • Vocal Styles • Time Periods • Characteristics ************ MORE DRAMA CARDS *************** Check out more Drama Cards available at my store (only available individually), including: • Great Escapes • Forbidden Word Scenes • Olympic Events • Drama Shoes • Theatre Styles (FREE) • Famous Characters • Historical Events • World Destinations + MORE DRAMA CARDS ARE A DRAMA TEACHER'S BEST FRIEND! Just print, laminate and cut out a set of versatile drama cards that you can use over and over again. I cannot count how many times and ways I have used these cards – absolutely my most handy drama resource. Use DRAMA TRUNK cards for tons of creative, fun, imaginative, any day activities, including: •Drama games (including last minute activities) •Warm ups •Team building and cooperation activities •Improvisation / quick thinking •Audition / rehearsal activities •Language activities •Guided learning •Listening skills •Inspiration •Storytelling Combine the use of multiple cards for even more activities, challenges and ideas (you will have a HUGE amount of drama activities ready to go when needed). Stay tuned to my store DRAMA TRUNK for more fantastic drama resources (coming soon) – from drama activities and classes for little people; primary school level drama; secondary curriculum and more... Happy Teaching!
SOCIAL MEDIA : Fakebook Profile Template
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SOCIAL MEDIA : Fakebook Profile Template

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This Fakebook profile template has been created specifically for student use in developing characters (fictional or historical). It is not an exact replica of a Facebook Profile but follows the general recognisable format and includes elements useful for character development work. Note: this resource is part of the characterisation full unit (but I thought it may be useful as a resource available by itself also). Comes in colour and black and white. I've also included the word version so you can make changes. Sections of profile: Recent Activity About Me Likes Quotes Status Update Search Bar About (birthday, from, work/school) Groups followed Events (recent and upcoming)
DRAMATIC DEATHS Drama Cards + Lesson Activities (comedy)
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DRAMATIC DEATHS Drama Cards + Lesson Activities (comedy)

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This fun set of 191 DRAMATIC DEATH Drama Cards comes with 3 suggested activities (Death By Scenes; Death in a Minute; Silent Death) but can be used in so many more ways. Enhance creativity and storytelling with these fun class faves. I've had whole classes begging to do "death by" scenes and some students have even created their own cards to share with classes! NEVER BE STUCK FOR A DRAMA ACTIVITY AGAIN! ************ DRAMA CARD BUNDLE *************** The following 17 DRAMA TRUNK card sets come with at least 2 suggested activities and are available INDIVIDUALLY or as a CLASSIC BUNDLED SET: • Characters • Quirky Characters • Dramatic Deaths • Lines • Mimes • Locations • Genres • Pictures • Silly Superheroes • Titles • Moods • Movement • Mannerisms • Character Switches • Vocal Styles • Time Periods • Characteristics ************ MORE DRAMA CARDS *************** Check out more Drama Cards available at my store (only available individually), including: • Great Escapes • Forbidden Word Scenes • Olympic Events • Drama Shoes • Theatre Styles (FREE) • Famous Characters • Historical Events • World Destinations + MORE DRAMA CARDS ARE A DRAMA TEACHER'S BEST FRIEND! Just print, laminate and cut out a set of versatile drama cards that you can use over and over again. I cannot count how many times and ways I have used these cards – absolutely my most handy drama resource. Use DRAMA TRUNK cards for tons of creative, fun, imaginative, any day activities, including: •Drama games (including last minute activities) •Warm ups •Team building and cooperation activities •Improvisation / quick thinking •Audition / rehearsal activities •Language activities •Guided learning •Listening skills •Inspiration •Storytelling Combine the use of multiple cards for even more activities, challenges and ideas (you will have a HUGE amount of drama activities ready to go when needed). Stay tuned to my store DRAMA TRUNK for more fantastic drama resources (coming soon) – from drama activities and classes for little people; primary school level drama; secondary curriculum and more... Happy Teaching!
OPENING LINES Drama / English Cards + Lesson Activities
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OPENING LINES Drama / English Cards + Lesson Activities

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This set of 107 OPENING LINE Drama Cards comes with 3 suggested activities (Opening Line Scenes; One Word / Line at a time; Monologues) but can be used in so many more ways. Get your scenes and storytelling off to a great start with this collection of open ended short scene starters. NEVER BE STUCK FOR A DRAMA ACTIVITY AGAIN! ************ DRAMA CARD BUNDLE *************** The following 17 DRAMA TRUNK card sets come with at least 2 suggested activities and are available INDIVIDUALLY or as a CLASSIC BUNDLED SET: • Characters • Quirky Characters • Dramatic Deaths • Lines • Mimes • Locations • Genres • Pictures • Silly Superheroes • Titles • Moods • Movement • Mannerisms • Character Switches • Vocal Styles • Time Periods • Characteristics ************ MORE DRAMA CARDS *************** Check out more Drama Cards available at my store (only available individually), including: • Great Escapes • Forbidden Word Scenes • Olympic Events • Drama Shoes • Theatre Styles (FREE) • Famous Characters • Historical Events • World Destinations + MORE DRAMA CARDS ARE A DRAMA TEACHER'S BEST FRIEND! Just print, laminate and cut out a set of versatile drama cards that you can use over and over again. I cannot count how many times and ways I have used these cards – absolutely my most handy drama resource. Use DRAMA TRUNK cards for tons of creative, fun, imaginative, any day activities, including: •Drama games (including last minute activities) •Warm ups •Team building and cooperation activities •Improvisation / quick thinking •Audition / rehearsal activities •Language activities •Guided learning •Listening skills •Inspiration •Storytelling Combine the use of multiple cards for even more activities, challenges and ideas (you will have a HUGE amount of drama activities ready to go when needed). Stay tuned to my store DRAMA TRUNK for more fantastic drama resources (coming soon) – from drama activities and classes for little people; primary school level drama; secondary curriculum and more... Happy Teaching!
PROP SCENES
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PROP SCENES

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This set of 35 PROP SCENES Drama Cards comes with 3 suggested drama activities (Prop Scenes, Prop Transformation Game and Prop Circle) but can be used in so many more ways. Add simple props to create great scenes. Note: the prop scenes cards come with 2 suggested scenario ideas that students can use or create their own. The props listed are simple props that are ready at hand in most schools or easily obtainable. DRAMA CARDS ARE A DRAMA TEACHER'S BEST FRIEND! Just print, laminate and cut out a set of versatile drama cards that you can use over and over again. I cannot count how many times and ways I have used these cards – absolutely my most handy drama resource. NEVER BE STUCK FOR A DRAMA ACTIVITY AGAIN! Use DRAMA TRUNK cards for tons of creative, fun, imaginative, any day activities, including: •Drama games (including last minute activities) •Warm ups •Team building and cooperation activities •Improvisation / quick thinking •Audition / rehearsal activities •Language activities •Guided learning •Listening skills •Inspiration •Storytelling Combine the use of multiple cards for even more activities, challenges and ideas (you will have a HUGE amount of drama activities ready to go when needed). ************ DRAMA CARD BUNDLE *************** The following 17 DRAMA TRUNK card sets come with at least 2 suggested activities and are available INDIVIDUALLY or as a CLASSIC BUNDLED SET: • Characters • Quirky Characters • Dramatic Deaths • Lines • Mimes • Locations • Genres • Pictures • Silly Superheroes • Titles • Moods • Movement • Mannerisms • Character Switches • Vocal Styles • Time Periods • Characteristics ************ MORE DRAMA CARDS *************** Check out more Drama Cards available at my store (only available individually), including: • Great Escapes • Forbidden Word Scenes • Olympic Events • Drama Shoes • Theatre Styles (FREE) • Famous Characters • World Destinations • Historical Events + MORE Stay tuned to my store DRAMA TRUNK for more fantastic drama resources (coming soon) – from drama activities and classes for little people; primary school level drama; secondary curriculum and more... Happy Teaching!
Drama Cards CHARACTER MANNERISMS + Learning Activities
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Drama Cards CHARACTER MANNERISMS + Learning Activities

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This set of 99 CHARACTER MANNERISMS comes with suggested activities for character development and script writing but you may also use them for creative writing to add mannerisms to story characters. NEVER BE STUCK FOR A DRAMA ACTIVITY AGAIN! ************ DRAMA CARD BUNDLE *************** The following 17 DRAMA TRUNK card sets come with at least 2 suggested activities and are available INDIVIDUALLY or as a CLASSIC BUNDLED SET: • Characters • Quirky Characters • Dramatic Deaths • Lines • Mimes • Locations • Genres • Pictures • Silly Superheroes • Titles • Moods • Movement • Mannerisms • Character Switches • Vocal Styles • Time Periods • Characteristics ************ MORE DRAMA CARDS *************** Check out more Drama Cards available at my store (only available individually), including: • Great Escapes • Forbidden Word Scenes • Olympic Events • Drama Shoes • Theatre Styles (FREE) • Famous Characters • Historical Events • World Destinations + MORE DRAMA CARDS ARE A DRAMA TEACHER'S BEST FRIEND! Just print, laminate and cut out a set of versatile drama cards that you can use over and over again. I cannot count how many times and ways I have used these cards – absolutely my most handy drama resource. Use DRAMA TRUNK cards for tons of creative, fun, imaginative, any day activities, including: •Drama games (including last minute activities) •Warm ups •Team building and cooperation activities •Improvisation / quick thinking •Audition / rehearsal activities •Language activities •Guided learning •Listening skills •Inspiration •Storytelling Combine the use of multiple cards for even more activities, challenges and ideas (you will have a HUGE amount of drama activities ready to go when needed). Stay tuned to my store DRAMA TRUNK for more fantastic drama resources (coming soon) – from drama activities and classes for little people; primary school level drama; secondary curriculum and more... Happy Teaching!
SETTING Cards (Drama Cards)
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SETTING Cards (Drama Cards)

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This set of 239 LOCATION Drama Cards comes with 5 suggested activities (Character Scenes; New Location; Location Shift; Lost; Forbidden Words) but can be used in so many more ways. Enhance scenes, monologues, characters and storytelling with these handy location cards. NEVER BE STUCK FOR A DRAMA ACTIVITY AGAIN! ************ DRAMA CARD BUNDLE *************** The following 17 DRAMA TRUNK card sets come with at least 2 suggested activities and are available INDIVIDUALLY or as a CLASSIC BUNDLED SET: • Characters • Quirky Characters • Dramatic Deaths • Lines • Mimes • Locations • Genres • Pictures • Silly Superheroes • Titles • Moods • Movement • Mannerisms • Character Switches • Vocal Styles • Time Periods • Characteristics ************ MORE DRAMA CARDS *************** Check out more Drama Cards available at my store (only available individually), including: • Great Escapes • Forbidden Word Scenes • Olympic Events • Drama Shoes • Theatre Styles (FREE) • Famous Characters • Historical Events • World Destinations + MORE DRAMA CARDS ARE A DRAMA TEACHER'S BEST FRIEND! Just print, laminate and cut out a set of versatile drama cards that you can use over and over again. I cannot count how many times and ways I have used these cards – absolutely my most handy drama resource. Use DRAMA TRUNK cards for tons of creative, fun, imaginative, any day activities, including: •Drama games (including last minute activities) •Warm ups •Team building and cooperation activities •Improvisation / quick thinking •Audition / rehearsal activities •Language activities •Guided learning •Listening skills •Inspiration •Storytelling Combine the use of multiple cards for even more activities, challenges and ideas (you will have a HUGE amount of drama activities ready to go when needed). Stay tuned to my store DRAMA TRUNK for more fantastic drama resources (coming soon) – from drama activities and classes for little people; primary school level drama; secondary curriculum and more... Happy Teaching!
STORY TITLES Drama / English Cards + Lesson Activities
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STORY TITLES Drama / English Cards + Lesson Activities

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This set of 59 Title Cards comes with 4 suggested activities (Crazy Interview; Write This; Gibberish Movie; Scenes) but can be used in so many more ways. Have an on the spot topic ready to go to create a scene or activity. DRAMA CARDS ARE A DRAMA TEACHER'S BEST FRIEND! Just print, laminate and cut out a set of versatile drama cards that you can use over and over again. I cannot count how many times and ways I have used these cards – absolutely my most handy drama resource. NEVER BE STUCK FOR A DRAMA ACTIVITY AGAIN! ************ DRAMA CARD BUNDLE *************** The following 17 DRAMA TRUNK card sets come with at least 2 suggested activities and are available INDIVIDUALLY or as a CLASSIC BUNDLED SET: • Characters • Quirky Characters • Dramatic Deaths • Lines • Mimes • Locations • Genres • Pictures • Silly Superheroes • Titles • Moods • Movement • Mannerisms • Character Switches • Vocal Styles • Time Periods • Characteristics ************ MORE DRAMA CARDS *************** Check out more Drama Cards available at my store (only available individually), including: • Great Escapes • Forbidden Word Scenes • Olympic Events • Drama Shoes • Theatre Styles (FREE) • Famous Characters • Historical Events • World Destinations + MORE Use DRAMA TRUNK cards for tons of creative, fun, imaginative, any day activities, including: •Drama games (including last minute activities) •Warm ups •Team building and cooperation activities •Improvisation / quick thinking •Audition / rehearsal activities •Language activities •Guided learning •Listening skills •Inspiration •Storytelling Combine the use of multiple cards for even more activities, challenges and ideas (you will have a HUGE amount of drama activities ready to go when needed). Stay tuned to my store DRAMA TRUNK for more fantastic drama resources (coming soon) – from drama activities and classes for little people; primary school level drama; secondary curriculum and more... Happy Teaching!
INTRODUCTION TO DRAMA Unit (6 x 50 min lessons) NO PREP!
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INTRODUCTION TO DRAMA Unit (6 x 50 min lessons) NO PREP!

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NOT JUST A BUNCH OF RANDOM DRAMA GAMES! This curriculum aligned Introduction to Drama unit has 6 x 50 minute detailed lesson plans (can be easily taught in double periods) to give students a solid start in their drama studies. The unit can also be used as a refresher to go back and cement foundation drama skills. It covers some basic and necessary drama techniques for successful study in drama. NO PREPARATION REQUIRED! Everything you need is contained in this resource. This unit does include drama games but it is not a collection of random drama games thrown together to make a unit - it is a considered collection of drama games and curriculum aligned learning activities sequenced to teach foundation drama skills. The lessons include short homework tasks. Note on timing: you may like to take some of the activities slower than indicated. I have jam packed the unit on purpose (with options for extension activities) so you have plenty of options for dynamic classes. INCLUDES: - 6 x 50 minute lessons (can be taught as double periods) - Simple and short homework tasks - Improvised Scenes Poster (also available individually) - Scene Starter Drama Cards (to cut out and use) - Additional and Extension Activities KEY VOCABULARY: Tableaux (still image), Freeze Frame, Drama Cannon, Narrator, Thought Tracking, Improvisation, Drama Games, Cooperation, Respect, Accepting, Offer, Blocking, Endowing, Building, Scene UNIT AIMS: Students are introduced to and explore basic drama techniques and games. - Students are introduced to and explore the drama techniques of freeze frame, tableaux, thought tracking, drama cannons and using narration - Students are introduced to and explore improvisation through improvisational drama games and activities teaching accepting, offering, blocking, building and endowing - Students use freeze frames to depict personal stories - Students will demonstrate literacy in drama vocabulary ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- LOOKING FOR MORE DRAMA RESOURCES? DRAMA GAMES: Drama Trunk has free collections of drama games and activities available to download. DRAMA CARDS: Never be stuck for a drama activity again with Drama Trunk Drama Cards. DRAMA TRUNK DRAMA CARDS ARE A DRAMA TEACHER'S BEST FRIEND! Just print, laminate (optional) and cut out a set of versatile drama cards that you can use over and over again. I cannot count how many times and ways I have used drama cards – absolutely my most handy drama resource. Use them for tons of creative, fun, imaginative, any day activities! Available in my store!
SILLY SUPERHEROES Drama / English Cards + Lesson Activities
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SILLY SUPERHEROES Drama / English Cards + Lesson Activities

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This set of 79 Silly Superhero Cards comes with 3 suggested activities (Super Interview; Save the World; Super Mime) but can be used in so many more ways. Create fun stories and use these Silly Superhero cards in so many silly ways. NEVER BE STUCK FOR A DRAMA ACTIVITY AGAIN! ************ DRAMA CARD BUNDLE *************** The following 17 DRAMA TRUNK card sets come with at least 2 suggested activities and are available INDIVIDUALLY or as a CLASSIC BUNDLED SET: • Characters • Quirky Characters • Dramatic Deaths • Lines • Mimes • Locations • Genres • Pictures • Silly Superheroes • Titles • Moods • Movement • Mannerisms • Character Switches • Vocal Styles • Time Periods • Characteristics ************ MORE DRAMA CARDS *************** Check out more Drama Cards available at my store (only available individually), including: • Great Escapes • Forbidden Word Scenes • Olympic Events • Drama Shoes • Theatre Styles (FREE) • Famous Characters • Historical Events • World Destinations + MORE DRAMA CARDS ARE A DRAMA TEACHER'S BEST FRIEND! Just print, laminate and cut out a set of versatile drama cards that you can use over and over again. I cannot count how many times and ways I have used these cards – absolutely my most handy drama resource. Use DRAMA TRUNK cards for tons of creative, fun, imaginative, any day activities, including: •Drama games (including last minute activities) •Warm ups •Team building and cooperation activities •Improvisation / quick thinking •Audition / rehearsal activities •Language activities •Guided learning •Listening skills •Inspiration •Storytelling Combine the use of multiple cards for even more activities, challenges and ideas (you will have a HUGE amount of drama activities ready to go when needed). Stay tuned to my store DRAMA TRUNK for more fantastic drama resources (coming soon) – from drama activities and classes for little people; primary school level drama; secondary curriculum and more... Happy Teaching!
CHARACTER SWITCH Drama Cards + Lesson Activities
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CHARACTER SWITCH Drama Cards + Lesson Activities

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This set of 71 Character Switch cards comes with 2 suggested activities (Character Switch and the Argument Game) but can be used in so many more ways. Switch it up; develop character and improvisation skills with these cards. NEVER BE STUCK FOR A DRAMA ACTIVITY AGAIN! ************ DRAMA CARD BUNDLE *************** The following 17 DRAMA TRUNK card sets come with at least 2 suggested activities and are available INDIVIDUALLY or as a CLASSIC BUNDLED SET: • Characters • Quirky Characters • Dramatic Deaths • Lines • Mimes • Locations • Genres • Pictures • Silly Superheroes • Titles • Moods • Movement • Mannerisms • Character Switches • Vocal Styles • Time Periods • Characteristics ************ MORE DRAMA CARDS *************** Check out more Drama Cards available at my store (only available individually), including: • Great Escapes • Forbidden Word Scenes • Olympic Events • Drama Shoes • Theatre Styles (FREE) • Famous Characters • Historical Events • World Destinations + MORE DRAMA CARDS ARE A DRAMA TEACHER'S BEST FRIEND! Just print, laminate and cut out a set of versatile drama cards that you can use over and over again. I cannot count how many times and ways I have used these cards – absolutely my most handy drama resource. Use DRAMA TRUNK cards for tons of creative, fun, imaginative, any day activities, including: •Drama games (including last minute activities) •Warm ups •Team building and cooperation activities •Improvisation / quick thinking •Audition / rehearsal activities •Language activities •Guided learning •Listening skills •Inspiration •Storytelling Combine the use of multiple cards for even more activities, challenges and ideas (you will have a HUGE amount of drama activities ready to go when needed). Stay tuned to my store DRAMA TRUNK for more fantastic drama resources (coming soon) – from drama activities and classes for little people; primary school level drama; secondary curriculum and more... Happy Teaching!
Drama Cards : FORBIDDEN WORD SCENES
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Drama Cards : FORBIDDEN WORD SCENES

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This set of 53 Forbidden Word Scene Drama Cards comes with suggested activities for Forbidden Word Scenes. Challenge Language use in improvisation work with these scene ideas that you can use over and over again. DRAMA CARDS ARE A DRAMA TEACHER'S BEST FRIEND! Just print, laminate and cut out a set of versatile drama cards that you can use over and over again. I cannot count how many times and ways I have used these cards – absolutely my most handy drama resource. NEVER BE STUCK FOR A DRAMA ACTIVITY AGAIN! Use DRAMA TRUNK cards for tons of creative, fun, imaginative, any day activities, including: •Drama games (including last minute activities) •Warm ups •Team building and cooperation activities •Improvisation / quick thinking •Audition / rehearsal activities •Language activities •Guided learning •Listening skills •Inspiration •Storytelling Combine the use of multiple cards for even more activities, challenges and ideas (you will have a HUGE amount of drama activities ready to go when needed). ************ DRAMA CARD BUNDLE *************** The following 17 DRAMA TRUNK card sets come with at least 2 suggested activities and are available INDIVIDUALLY or as a CLASSIC BUNDLED SET: • Characters • Quirky Characters • Dramatic Deaths • Lines • Mimes • Locations • Genres • Pictures • Silly Superheroes • Titles • Moods • Movement • Mannerisms • Character Switches • Vocal Styles • Time Periods • Characteristics ************ MORE DRAMA CARDS *************** Check out more Drama Cards available at my store (only available individually), including: • Historical Events • Time Periods • Famous Characters • Prop Scenes • Strange Talks • World Destinations • Great Escapes • Forbidden Word Scenes • Olympic Events • Drama Shoes • Theatre Styles (FREE) + MORE Stay tuned to my store DRAMA TRUNK for more fantastic drama resources (coming soon) – from drama activities and classes for little people; primary school level drama; secondary curriculum and more... Happy Teaching!
FAIRY TALES PHYSICAL THEATRE Drama Unit (5 x 100 min lessons) NO PREP!
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FAIRY TALES PHYSICAL THEATRE Drama Unit (5 x 100 min lessons) NO PREP!

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Students explore physical and abstract theater through the theme of well known fairy tales - NO PREP REQUIRED!This curriculum aligned drama unit has 5 x 100 minute detailed lesson plans with extension and differentiation activities. A perfect way to explore physical theater! Note on timing: you may like to take some of the activities slower than indicated. I have jam packed the unit on purpose (with options for extension activities) so you have plenty of options for dynamic classes. INCLUDES: - 5 x 100 Minute Detailed Lesson Plans based on Cinderella, Jack and the Beanstalk and Hansel and Gretel - Homework Tasks - 3 Short Scripts - Additional and Extension Activities - Differentiation Activities KEY VOCABULARY: Characterization. Physical Theater. Freeze Frame. Stereotypes. Drama Machine. Abstract Theater. Movement. Dialogue. Stage Directions. Status. UNIT AIMS: Students explore physical and abstract theater through the theme of well known fairy tales. Students will: - Visualize the world of a story and given circumstances - Create characters with the body and voice - Conceptualize a story, using the body to convey meaning - Develop, share and reflect on movement - Communicate ideas using the body and movement - Explore various characters from stories - Adapt a piece of literature using drama techniques into a scene with improvised dialogue - Devise, rehearse and present scenes using drama techniques - Use drama vocabulary - Explore non-naturalistic performance and representational drama ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- LOOKING FOR MORE DRAMA RESOURCES? DRAMA GAMES: Drama Trunk has free collections of drama games and activities available to download. DRAMA CARDS: Never be stuck for a drama activity again with Drama Trunk Drama Cards! DRAMA TRUNK DRAMA CARDS ARE A DRAMA TEACHER'S BEST FRIEND! Just print, laminate (optional) and cut out a set of versatile drama cards that you can use over and over again. I cannot count how many times and ways I have used drama cards – absolutely my most handy drama resource. Use DRAMA TRUNK drama cards for tons of creative, fun, imaginative, any day activities. AVAILABLE IN MY STORE NOW!
Jack and the Beanstalk DRAMA UNIT + Script (5 x 60 min lessons) NO PREP!
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Jack and the Beanstalk DRAMA UNIT + Script (5 x 60 min lessons) NO PREP!

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Students explore the story of Jack and the Beanstalk through guided drama activities. Includes a whole class drama script for an end of unit performance (rehearse the play throughout the unit or work on it separately at the end). NO PREP REQUIRED! This curriculum aligned drama unit has 5 x 60 minute detailed lesson plans with extension and differentiation activities. A perfect and engaging way to explore a well loved story with a performance script (also useable as Reader's Theater). INCLUDES: - 5 x 60 Minute Detailed Lesson Plans based on Jack and the Beanstalk - Whole Class Performance Script (Readers Theater) with detailed teachers version (including staging ideas) and student version. The script has plenty of chorus and individual lines. - Kids Script for use during the unit - Mime Cards - Additional and Extension Activities KEY VOCABULARY: Mime. Drama. Movement. Freeze. Voice. Characters. Pretend. Putting yourself in someone else’s shoes. Scene. Rhythm. Gestures. Adjective. UNIT AIMS: Students explore the story ‘Jack and the Beanstalk’ through guided drama activities. Students develop drama skills: creating, responding and performing throughout various guided drama experiences. The unit works towards the performance of a whole class short play of Jack and the Beanstalk (script provided with detailed directions) where students use the skills they have learnt and draw on the drama activities they have participated in to present a performance! (or just do the unit) Students: - Invent, describe and inhabit an imaginary world - Identify and make character choices - Create story ideas - Use improvisation to explore elements of the story - Put themselves in someone else’s shoes and reflect on characters - Respond to directions - Use voice, movement and gesture to convey meaning - Collaborate with peers to create scenes and contribute ideas - Interpret a story - Contribute to guided drama experiences For more drama resources, visit my store! Happy Teaching!!
107 RANDOM LINES Drama / English Cards + Suggested Drama Activities
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107 RANDOM LINES Drama / English Cards + Suggested Drama Activities

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This set of 107 Random Lines is for use in the fantastic drama game "The Line Game" but the cards can also be used for opening lines and other activities. The Line Game is an advanced improvisation game (where students take and perform random lines during an improvisation). Once mastered, 'The Line Game' will be a class fave! DRAMA CARDS ARE A DRAMA TEACHER'S BEST FRIEND! Just print, laminate and cut out a set of versatile drama cards that you can use over and over again. I cannot count how many times and ways I have used these cards – absolutely my most handy drama resource. NEVER BE STUCK FOR A DRAMA ACTIVITY AGAIN! Use DRAMA TRUNK cards for tons of creative, fun, imaginative, any day activities, including: •Drama games (including last minute activities) •Warm ups •Team building and cooperation activities •Improvisation / quick thinking •Audition / rehearsal activities •Language activities •Guided learning •Listening skills •Inspiration •Storytelling Combine the use of multiple cards for even more activities, challenges and ideas (you will have a HUGE amount of drama activities ready to go when needed). ************ DRAMA CARD BUNDLE *************** The following 17 DRAMA TRUNK card sets come with at least 2 suggested activities and are available INDIVIDUALLY or as a CLASSIC BUNDLED SET: • Characters • Quirky Characters • Dramatic Deaths • Lines • Mimes • Locations • Genres • Pictures • Silly Superheroes • Titles • Moods • Movement • Mannerisms • Character Switches • Vocal Styles • Time Periods • Characteristics ************ MORE DRAMA CARDS *************** Check out more Drama Cards available at my store (only available individually), including: • Historical Events • Famous Characters • Prop Scenes • Strange Talks • World Destinations • Great Escapes • Forbidden Word Scenes • Olympic Events • Drama Shoes • Theatre Styles (FREE) + MORE Stay tuned to my store DRAMA TRUNK for more fantastic drama resources (coming soon) – from drama activities and classes for little people; primary school level drama; secondary curriculum and more... Happy Teaching!
THEATRE REVIEW TEMPLATE (Junior School)
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THEATRE REVIEW TEMPLATE (Junior School)

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Save yourself time and help students write a Play Review with this 3 page template (excluding cover page). After seeing a performance, have students complete the guided sections to discuss plot, technical elements, acting and overall thoughts. *Note* Due to the different preferred spellings of theatre / theater, I have omitted the term and instead use "play" "show" "performance". SENIOR STUDENTS? I have an advanced 4 page version available for senior students, structured to assist them with crafting their own detailed play review. Use the senior PLAY REVIEW NOTES to help students capture their thoughts and feelings after a performance and to then write a play review. After seeing a play, students complete the guided sections to discuss plot, direction, technical elements, and acting. Also includes links to 3 newspaper review sites (US and UK reviews but suitable for all to see structure and style) so that students can read some professional reviews before writing their own.
Drama Cards GENRES (FREE) + Learning Activities
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Drama Cards GENRES (FREE) + Learning Activities

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This set of 178 GENRE CARDS (including Musical Genre Cards) comes with 5 suggested activities (Genre Scenes; Genre Shift; Music Videos; Genre Quick Switch; Fairy-tale Shake Up) but can be used in so many more ways. NEVER BE STUCK FOR A DRAMA ACTIVITY AGAIN! ************ DRAMA CARD BUNDLE *************** The following 17 DRAMA TRUNK card sets come with at least 2 suggested activities and are available INDIVIDUALLY or as a CLASSIC BUNDLED SET: • Characters • Quirky Characters • Dramatic Deaths • Lines • Mimes • Locations • Genres • Pictures • Silly Superheroes • Titles • Moods • Movement • Mannerisms • Character Switches • Vocal Styles • Time Periods • Characteristics ************ MORE DRAMA CARDS *************** Check out more Drama Cards available at my store (only available individually), including: • Great Escapes • Forbidden Word Scenes • Olympic Events • Drama Shoes • Theatre Styles (FREE) • World Destinations • Historical Events • Famous Characters • Strange Talks • Prop Scenes + MORE DRAMA CARDS ARE A DRAMA TEACHER'S BEST FRIEND! Just print, laminate and cut out a set of versatile drama cards that you can use over and over again. I cannot count how many times and ways I have used these cards – absolutely my most handy drama resource. Use DRAMA TRUNK cards for tons of creative, fun, imaginative, any day activities, including: •Drama games (including last minute activities) •Warm ups •Team building and cooperation activities •Improvisation / quick thinking •Audition / rehearsal activities •Language activities •Guided learning •Listening skills •Inspiration •Storytelling Combine the use of multiple cards for even more activities, challenges and ideas (you will have a HUGE amount of drama activities ready to go when needed). Stay tuned to my store DRAMA TRUNK for more fantastic drama resources (coming soon) – from drama activities and classes for little people; primary school level drama; secondary curriculum and more... Happy Teaching!
THEATRE REVIEW NOTES (Senior School)
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THEATRE REVIEW NOTES (Senior School)

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This 4 page handout (excluding cover page) is structured to assist students write their own detailed play review. Use the PLAY REVIEW NOTES to guide students in capturing their thoughts and feelings after a performance to then write a play review. After seeing a play, students complete the guided sections to discuss plot, direction, technical elements, and acting. Also includes links to 3 newspaper review sites (US and UK reviews but suitable for all to see structure and style) so that students can read some professional reviews before writing their own. *Note* Due to the different preferred spellings of theatre / theater, I have omitted the term and instead use "play" "show" "performance". JUNIOR STUDENTS? I also have junior Play Review handout available (3 page handout excluding the cover page). After seeing a performance, have students complete the guided sections to discuss plot, technical elements, acting and overall thoughts.
HISTORICAL EVENTS (History, Drama, English Cards + Suggested Drama Activities)
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HISTORICAL EVENTS (History, Drama, English Cards + Suggested Drama Activities)

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This set of 104 HISTORICAL EVENTS Drama Cards comes with 4 suggested drama activities (Famous Events; Tableaux; Monologues; Word Tennis) but can be used in so many more ways. Teach about important historical events creatively through drama or use the cards and activities for fantastic drama lessons and activities! DRAMA CARDS ARE A DRAMA TEACHER'S BEST FRIEND! Just print, laminate and cut out a set of versatile drama cards that you can use over and over again. I cannot count how many times and ways I have used these cards – absolutely my most handy drama resource. NEVER BE STUCK FOR A DRAMA ACTIVITY AGAIN! Use DRAMA TRUNK cards for tons of creative, fun, imaginative, any day activities, including: •Drama games (including last minute activities) •Warm ups •Team building and cooperation activities •Improvisation / quick thinking •Audition / rehearsal activities •Language activities •Guided learning •Listening skills •Inspiration •Storytelling Combine the use of multiple cards for even more activities, challenges and ideas (you will have a HUGE amount of drama activities ready to go when needed). ************ DRAMA CARD BUNDLE *************** The following 15 DRAMA TRUNK card sets come with at least 2 suggested activities and are available INDIVIDUALLY or as a CLASSIC BUNDLED SET: • Characters • Quirky Characters • Dramatic Deaths • Lines • Mimes • Locations • Genres • Pictures • Silly Superheroes • Titles • Moods • Movement • Mannerisms • Character Switches • Vocal Styles ************ MORE DRAMA CARDS *************** Check out more Drama Cards available at my store (only available individually), including: • Great Escapes • Forbidden Word Scenes • Olympic Events • Drama Shoes • Theatre Styles (FREE) • Time Periods • World Destinations • Famous Characters • Strange Talks • Prop Scenes + MORE Stay tuned to my store DRAMA TRUNK for more fantastic drama resources (coming soon) – from drama activities and classes for little people; primary school level drama; secondary curriculum and more... Happy Teaching!
Drama Cards : GREAT ESCAPES (Comedy Drama Lessons)
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Drama Cards : GREAT ESCAPES (Comedy Drama Lessons)

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This fun set of 95 Great Escapes Drama Cards comes with suggested activities to create fantastic comedy scenes. Your students will have a blast with these cards. DRAMA CARDS ARE A DRAMA TEACHER'S BEST FRIEND! Just print, laminate and cut out a set of versatile drama cards that you can use over and over again. I cannot count how many times and ways I have used these cards – absolutely my most handy drama resource. NEVER BE STUCK FOR A DRAMA ACTIVITY AGAIN! Use DRAMA TRUNK cards for tons of creative, fun, imaginative, any day activities, including: •Drama games (including last minute activities) •Warm ups •Team building and cooperation activities •Improvisation / quick thinking •Audition / rehearsal activities •Language activities •Guided learning •Listening skills •Inspiration •Storytelling Combine the use of multiple cards for even more activities, challenges and ideas (you will have a HUGE amount of drama activities ready to go when needed). ************ DRAMA CARD BUNDLE *************** The following 17 DRAMA TRUNK card sets come with at least 2 suggested activities and are available INDIVIDUALLY or as a CLASSIC BUNDLED SET: • Characters • Quirky Characters • Dramatic Deaths • Lines • Mimes • Locations • Genres • Pictures • Silly Superheroes • Titles • Moods • Movement • Mannerisms • Character Switches • Vocal Styles • Time Periods • Characteristics ************ MORE DRAMA CARDS *************** Check out more Drama Cards available at my store (only available individually), including: • Historical Events • Famous Characters • Prop Scenes • Strange Talks • World Destinations • Great Escapes • Forbidden Word Scenes • Olympic Events • Drama Shoes • Theatre Styles (FREE) + MORE Stay tuned to my store DRAMA TRUNK for more fantastic drama resources (coming soon) – from drama activities and classes for little people; primary school level drama; secondary curriculum and more... Happy Teaching!