Stone Cold Robert Swindell Key stage three Drama Scheme of learning, Powerpoints & homework booklet
<p>The play which originally stemmed from the author Robert Swindell’s novel is such a brilliant play - I strongly recommend this for hesitant readers/performers as the themes and the main character who is a teen is relatable.</p>
<p>Themes include:</p>
<ul>
<li>Homelessness</li>
<li>Vulnerability</li>
<li>Mental health</li>
<li>Prejudice attitudes</li>
<li>Friendship</li>
</ul>
<p>In this bundle you will receive:</p>
<ul>
<li>7 lessons plans</li>
<li>7 Power points for each lesson</li>
<li>One homework booklet that is linked to all 7 lessons.</li>
</ul>
<p>Resources provide opportunities to:</p>
<ul>
<li>Interpret and respond to scripted drama</li>
<li>Improve awareness of use of space & level (staging) can be used to communicate meaning</li>
<li>Employ appropriate dramatic technique such as Direct Address (monologue), crosscutting, split role, verbal machine, thought and speech tracks.</li>
<li>Develop critical evaluation skills</li>
<li>Challenge students to consider an issues-based topic homelessness.</li>
<li>Develop ability to interpret a script</li>
<li>Develop ability to create a range engaging characters</li>
</ul>
<p>The homework booklet is split into 4 different categories that links to each lesson:</p>
<ul>
<li>Elaboration</li>
<li>Practice</li>
<li>Exploration</li>
<li>Preparation</li>
</ul>
<p>This 7 week scheme of learning can be used for Key Stage Three/middle school.</p>