Isaac Newton Class Assembly Script

Unravel the mysteries of gravity, light, and motion with this engaging class assembly script focused on the incredible life and discoveries of Sir Isaac Newton! Perfect for Key Stage 2, this play brings science history to life in an exciting and accessible format.

The Storyline:

Guided by narrators and featuring both a young and older Isaac Newton, the assembly explores Newton’s journey of discovery. Witness his early curiosity as a boy constantly asking “Why?”.

Relive the famous (though possibly legendary!) moment with the falling apple that sparked his thoughts on gravity, meeting personified characters like the Apple Tree and Gravity itself. See Newton’s groundbreaking experiment in a darkened room, using a prism to split white light into the colours of the rainbow, explained with the help of Colour characters.

Understand his revolutionary Three Laws of Motion through simple demonstrations. The play concludes by celebrating Newton’s immense contribution to science and his lasting legacy.

Key Features:

Focus on a Science Icon: Tells the story of Sir Isaac Newton, highlighting his major discoveries in gravity, light (spectrum), and motion.
Ideal for KS2 Science/History: Perfectly complements curriculum topics on light, forces, famous scientists, and historical figures.
Inclusive Cast of 30: Written for 30 performers, including Newton (young & older), family, teachers, scientists, personified concepts (Gravity, Prism, Colours), and students, ensuring a role for every child.
Features Live Science Experiment: Integrates a simple, safe (adult-supervised) demonstration using a prism and torch to show how white light splits into colours.
Includes Themed Song: Features the “Ballad of Sir Isaac Newton” (by Tom Glazer & Dottie Evans), complete with lyrics and a YouTube link for easy learning.
Easy-to-Use Resources: Comes with a character list, simple prop suggestions (apples, prism, torch, coloured sashes), costume ideas, staging tips, and director’s notes explaining key scientific concepts simply.
Perfect Assembly Length: Estimated performance time of approximately 20 minutes.
Why Choose This Script?

“Isaac Newton” makes learning about science history fun and interactive. By combining biographical elements, personification of scientific ideas, a live experiment, and music, this script provides a memorable and stimulating way for children to understand Newton’s genius and his impact on our understanding of the universe.

Download the “Isaac Newton” script today and inspire your students with the story of one of the world’s greatest scientists!