Introduce your students to Berkoff’s Kvetch with this set of ‘moan’ cards. Simply cut them out, laminate and give to students to act out. Students will have loads of fun working on these cards either in pairs or small groups.

This resource is intended for Reception and Year 1 children to tell the time in a fun, interactive new game. This is a twist on the traditional game ‘What’s the time, Mr Wolf?’, where the children are counting down the hours to tuck into Mr Wolf’s delicious packed lunch! You will find everything you need to start, including a printer friendly version for printing at school. High-quality laminated colour copies of all of the resources you will find in this pack can be ordered via the website. Each resource has been lovingly created with the National Curriculum in mind and will focus on a number of key components of the syllabus. We really hope that this helps you with your planning and enables you to cover aspects of the curriculum in many new and exciting ways with your class. See the video of the resource here… www.facebook.com/groups/primaryeducationresources

The aim of these Geography resource packs are to develop an understanding of the tectonic, geomorphological, biological and meteorological processes and features in different environments, and the need for management strategies governed by sustainability and consideration of the direct and indirect effects of human interaction with the Earth and the atmosphere. Contents Include: What Causes Earthquakes?, Measuring Earthquakes, Effects & Responses, Case Study, Christchurch 2011, Haiti 2010, The Great Peruvian, Kashmir 2005, Prediction, Protection & Preparation, Aid, Volcanoes, How do Volcanoes Erupt?, Volcano Locations, Structure & Features, Positive & Negative Effects, Types of Volcano, Monitoring Volcanoes, Seismometer, Benefits, Forecasting, Case Study, Mount Vesuvius, Mount Tambora 1815, Mount Pelée 190 & 15 Practice Exam Questions.

This pack provides a deeper look at the techniques and methodologies of Lee Strasberg (1901-1982). This pack is perfect for independent student learning or can be used as a valuable resource whilst teaching. Areas covered: Biography, Group Theatre 1931, Relaxation, Concentration, Sense Memory, Breakfast Drink, Daily Activity, Private Moment, Private Moment Exercise, Improvisation, Animal Study, Anticipation, Director, Creating Character, Given Circumstances, Word & Lines & Key Quotes. More Drama resources are available from Subject Resources.

Uta Hagen was a pioneering figure in the acting world, and her insights have had a profound impact on the craft. Her emphasis on deep character exploration, authenticity, and using exercises like the Object Exercise helps actors develop a richer, more nuanced understanding of their characters. By studying Hagen’s techniques, students can improve their acting skills, better connect with the emotions and motivations of their characters, and ultimately deliver more compelling and genuine performances on stage or screen. Her teachings remain highly relevant and valuable for aspiring actors looking to hone their craft. Contents Include: Biography, Substitution, Given Circumstances, Object Exercise, Emotional Preparation, Concentration, Relaxation, Moment Before, Sense Memory, Through-line of Action, Listening, Key Quotes & Lesson Plan. View more popular Drama resources, visit Subject Resources.

Exploring improvisation offers many invaluable skills and benefits. It serves as a playground where spontaneity, creativity, and adaptability thrive, allowing actors to hone their craft in a dynamic and immersive way. Improv enhances the ability to think on one’s feet, fostering quick thinking and the capacity to embrace unexpected challenges with confidence. It nurtures the art of active listening, collaboration, and the courage to take risks, amplifying an actor’s versatility and depth in portraying characters. In this resource pack, we take a closer look at some key techniques and exercises to develop your actors in the classroom. Contents Include Why Improvise?, Spontaneity, Listening, Creativity, Adaptability, Teamwork, Emotional Agility, Storytelling, Blocking, Breaking Character, Physicality, Improvisation Exercises, Word-at-a-time, “Yes, And…”, Props Relay, Genre Switch, Character Walk, Story Circle, Freeze Tag, Press Conference, The Expert, Lesson Plan & Key Quotes. For more of our popular Drama resources, visit Subject Resources.

This huge resource pack contains 50 of our favourite Drama games to play with your students. Each game has clear instructions and focuses on developing key skills. Games are focused around the following areas, Physical, Skill, Concentration and Imagination. Each game can be displayed electronically in your rehearsal room or printed out for ease of reference. Games include… Ensemble Counting, Splat, Wink Murder, Shazam!, The Name Game, Babuska, Tableau Olympics, Madame Tussauds Wax Works, Jump In, Jump Out, Change the Channel, Mexican Clap, Fruit Salad, Graveyard, Park Bench, Circle Story, Trust Exercises, Doctor’s Surgery, Directors, The Mystery Suitcase, Yes, Let’s! , What Are You Doing?, Fake News, Traffic Lights, Colour Contact, Ensemble Instructions, Character Pulse, Machines, 60-Seconds, Try Not to Laugh, Drama Freeze, Night Watchman, Tongue Twisters, Family Portrait, Anyone Who, The Empty Chair, I’ve Got Some News!, Status Bridge, The World’s Greatest Sandwich, Rhyme Time, Mastermind, Two Truths & A Lie, Mafia, The Ball Game, Human Knot, Taxi, The Line Game, Oh No!, Chewy Toffee, Sound Story& Shake Down. For more Drama resources, visit Subject Resources.

At GCSE and A Level students are required to have a strong understanding of technical elements. This bundle includes the lighting, sound design, costume and set design resource packs. Lighting Design Contents Include: Visibility, Composition, Given Circumstances, Themes & Symbols, Focus, Sculpture, Mood & Atmosphere, Colour/Semiotics, Direction, Movement, Intensity, Focus, Profile, Moving Head, Follow Spot, Gobo, Washes, Flood & Strobe, Fresnel, Parcan, Birdie, LED Lights, Practical Lighting, Lighting Console, Cue Sheets, The Lighting Rig, Front Light, Top/Backlight, Sidelight, Footlights, Cyclorama, The McCandless Method, Development of Design, Diffusion & Key Terms. Sound Design Contents Include: The Purpose of Sound, Diegetic & Non-Diegetic, Live Sound, Pre-recorded Sound, Soundscapes, Realism, Symbolism, Reverb, Fade, Volume, Transitions, The Sound Mixer Sound Plots, Microphones & Speakers. Costume Design Contents Include: Design Process, Conveying Context, Supporting Style, Colour, Condition, Cut, Fabric, Fit, Adornments, Practicalities, Shape, Texture, Hair & Make-up, Stylised Make-up, Masks, Period Costumes, Classical/Greek, The Medieval Period, The Renaissance, Seventeenth Century, Eighteenth Century & Nineteenth Century. Set Design Contents Include: Writing about Set Design, Scale, Era/Time Period, Materials, Location, Texture, Transitions, Set Design Styles, Fantasy, Realism, Symbolism, Minimalism, Staging Conventions, Proscenium Arch / End-on, Trust, In-the-round, Traverse, Promenade, Multi-focus Environments, Black Box, Created or Found Spaces, Promenade (2), Site-specific, Street Theatre, Technical Features, Revolve, Hydraulics & Trucks, Rostra, Flies, Projection, Gauze, Practitioners & Process, Jocelyn Herbert, Bunny Christie, Scale Models, Antigone & Stage Design Task. For more Drama resources, visit Subject Resources on Google.

Our Find Me resource pack is perfect for anyone studying this play for their GCSE or A Levels. In this pack, we explore key moments, performance characteristics and a large collection of practice questions. *Ideal for OCR’s Drama GCSE. Contents Include: Summary, Olwyn Wymark, Key Themes, Inspiration, Parent-Child Relationships, Treatment of Mental Illness, Seeking Safety, Performance Characteristics, Genre, Multi-role, Minimal Props & Scenery, Episodic Structure, SCHP, 1970s Fashion, Social Stigma, Key Moments, Building Blocks Scene, Edward & The Interviewer, French Restaurant, Swimming Fantasy Scene, Flooring the Bathroom, Jean’s Monologue, Jean’s Monologue (Task), Practice Exam Questions, Exemplar Answers. For more Drama resources, visit Subject Resources.

The 30x PE Ball Games Resource Pack is an innovative and comprehensive collection explicitly designed for Physical Education teachers looking to invigorate their curriculum with various dynamic and engaging ball games. Tailored to suit students of all ages, this pack contains detailed instructions, objectives, and necessary equipment lists for thirty unique games beyond traditional sports, encouraging creativity, teamwork, and physical fitness. **Original Games Include: **Galaxy Ball Battle, Zombie Dodgeball, Aqua Orb Relay, Meteor Shower, Ultimate Space Ball, Duel at Dawn, Cosmic Collision, Hop Galaxy, Tumbleweed Toss, Blackbeard’s Bounty, Mission: Moon Escape, Neon Night Volley, Quicksand Quandary, Echo Locator, Wizard’s Duel, Sky Castle Siege, Druid’s Grove, Pirate’s Plunder, Volcano Escape, Jungle Expedition, Cyber Dash, Echo Sphere, Galactic Rollers, Temporal Time Warp, Shadow Dancers, Quidditch, Cloud Collectors, Spectral Spirit, Chrono Quest. Key Features: 30 Unique Ball Games: Each game has been carefully crafted to ensure maximum engagement and enjoyment. From the strategic manoeuvres of “Quantum Leap” to the adventurous spirit of “Pirate’s Plunder,” there’s something for every interest and skill level. Easy-to-Follow Guides: Every game includes step-by-step instructions, clear objectives, and suggested variations to accommodate different class sizes, skill levels, and environments. Inclusive Design: Games are designed to be inclusive and adaptable, ensuring students of all abilities can participate and thrive. Educational Benefits: These games promote critical thinking, teamwork, problem-solving, and social skills in addition to physical activity. Equipment Lists: Comprehensive lists of required equipment for each game, with suggestions for everyday classroom items that can serve as substitutes, ensuring teachers can easily prepare without needing specialised gear. Printable Resources: The digital PDF resource can be printed for handouts or a personal copy while teaching outside. Digital Access: You can easily display this resource on electronic SmartBoards or store it on your computer as an accessible PDF file.

This resource pack provides practitioner techniques specifically to help pupils explore character development. The resource offers a starting point from which they can delve deeper into new ideas and methods through wider reading. Exploring character development techniques and enhancing awareness of ideas nurtures creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills as students navigate the nuances of character relationships, conflicts, and transformations. Ultimately, this exploration empowers drama pupils to become more proficient actors and storytellers, enabling them to communicate and connect with audiences on a more profound level. Contents Include: Stanislavski���s Method, Michael Chekhov’s “Psychological Gesture”, Augusto Boal’s “Theatre of the Oppressed”, Anne Bogart’s “Viewpoints”, Jerzy Grotowski’s “Physical Actions”, Jacques Lecoq’s “Corporeal Mime”, Uta Hagen’s “Object Exercises”, Meisner’s “Repetition”, Suzuki Method, Laban Movement Analysis, Jerzy Grotowski’s “Ritual & Poor Theatre”, Brecht’s “Alienation Effect”, Brecht-Weill’s “Song & Music”, Antonin Artaud’s “Theatre of Cruelty”, Peter Brook’s “Empty Space”, Linklater Technique, Fitzmaurice Voicework, Patsy Rodenburg’s “Speaking Shakespeare”, Cicely Berry’s “Vocal Method” & Key Quotes. For more Drama resources, visit Subject Resources.

Studying Jacques Lecoq’s methods provides drama students with a comprehensive approach to physical theatre that emphasizes body movement and expressive potential. Lecoq’s teachings encourage creativity and improvisation, essential for developing a unique artistic voice. His focus on physical expression helps actors become more versatile and dynamic, capable of conveying complex emotions and stories through their bodies alone. **Contents Include: **Biography, Influences, École Internationale, Neutral Mask, Le Jeu, Elements & Materials, Larval Masks, Character Masks, Seven Levels of Tension, Dynamics of Movement, Mime, Movement Analysis, Chorus, Space & Tempo, Clowning, Animal Study, Animal Study - Exploration, Collective Creation, Expression & Key Quotes.

Dive deep into the fascinating world of social psychology with our comprehensive Social Influence Resource Pack. Designed for educators, students, and enthusiasts of psychology, this resource pack provides an extensive exploration of the mechanisms and effects of social influence, including conformity, obedience, and resistance. Each section is thoughtfully crafted to enhance understanding and encourage critical analysis of how social forces shape individual and group behaviour. Suitable for all Psychology exam boards. **Contents Include: **What is Social Influence?, Types of Conformity, Internalisation, Identification, Compliance, Conformity Explanation, Informational Social Influence, Normative Social Influence, Variables Affecting Conformity, Asch’s Conformity Experiment, Social Roles - Zimbardo, Agentic State Theory, Legitimacy of Authority, Situational Variables Affecting Obedience, Milgram’s Obedience Study, The Authoritarian Personality, Resistance to Social Influence, Minority Influence, Social Change.

Learning stage combat is essential for pupils as it enhances their performance skills, fosters teamwork, and ensures safety during theatrical productions. This resource is designed to assist teachers in effectively teaching stage combat basics, offering clear instructions to guide pupils through various combat routines. It includes a comprehensive lesson plan and script excerpts for context and practical application. By following this structured approach, teachers can ensure pupils gain confidence and proficiency in executing stage combat, enriching their theatrical experience. **Contents Include: **Introduction, Safety Guidelines, Basic Principles, Warm-up Exercises, Dynamic Stretching Routine, Cardiovascular Warm-up, Strength & Balance Drills, Eye Contact, Falls & Rolls, The Knap, Punches & Kicks, Grappling Techniques, Hair Pull, Armed Combat, Stances, Sword Fighting Basics, Storytelling Through Combat, Using the Environment, Partner Exercises, Acting Through Combat, Combat Rehearsal Techniques, Combat Case Studies, Lesson Plan - Staging the Fight Scene from Romeo & Juliet, Script Excerpts, Key Quotes & Terminology List. View the full range of Drama resources by searching for Subject Resources on Google!

This is a digital high-quality copy of our Bertolt Brecht poster. Your purchase permits you to print your own copies for pupils as an excellent revision tool. High-quality prints are available order in sizes A4, A3 and A2. Please contact info@subjectresources.com if you would like to place an order.

‘Shakers’ by John Godber & Jane Thornton challenges students to develop a deep understanding of character development and multi-role playing. The actors not only play the waitresses but also a variety of bar patrons, requiring versatility and a nuanced approach to differentiating between multiple characters. This demands a high level of skill in voice modulation, physicality, and emotional range, making it an excellent study for aspiring actors. Contents Include: (40 pages) Introduction, John Godber & Jane Thornton, Nightlife in 1985 & Sexism in 1985 Character Analysis - Carol, Adele, Nicky & Mel Themes - Gender Roles, Social Class, Workplace Dynamics, Self-worth & Friendship Key Moments with Practical Explorations - Waitress Introductions, Introduction Circles, The Busy Friday Night, Bar Rush, Troublesome Customer, Forum Theatre, Closing Time & Reflections. Performance Techniques - Episodic Structure, Multi-Role, Physical Theatre, Minimalism, Direct Address, Rapid Transitions, Vocal Variety & Improvisation. Lesson Plans/Activities - Multi-Role Exploration, Customer Improvisation, Quick Character Switch, Impromptu Monologues & Silent Scene Improvisation. View more Drama resources by searching for Subject Resources on Google!

Studying Complicité offers pupils a unique insight into contemporary theatre and their power to push creative boundaries. The company’s innovative use of physical theatre, multimedia, and storytelling challenges traditional forms and encourages students to think beyond text-based performances, embracing a more holistic approach to theatre-making. Complicité’s collaborative methods teach pupils the importance of ensemble work, improvisation, and collective creativity, showing them how actors, directors, and designers can shape a performance together. Contents Include: Introduction, Influences, Simon McBurney, Director’s Vision, The Role of the Ensemble, Physical Theatre, The Master & Margarita, The Encounter, Mnemonic, Mask Work, Multimedia, Object Manipulation, Binaural Technology, Metatheatre, Choral Speaking, The Rehearsal Room, Fragmentation, Viewpoints, Sensory Theatre, Simultaneity, Adapting Literature, Storytelling with Props & Fourth Wall.

Studying Frantic Assembly offers pupils a unique insight into innovative, movement-based theatre that pushes the boundaries of traditional storytelling. Their work encourages creativity, physical expression, and teamwork, showing students how body language, movement, and collaboration can convey complex emotions and ideas without relying solely on words. Frantic Assembly’s techniques, like chair duets and dynamic transitions, are accessible and adaptable, allowing students of all abilities to engage with physical theatre. Contents Include: Introduction, Devising Process, Ignition, Famous Productions, Stockholm (2007), Beautiful Burnout (2010), Curious Incident (2012), Things I Know To Be True (2016), Metamorphosis (2023), Frantic Assembly Techniques, Hymns Hands, Counter Balance, Building Blocks, Push Hands, Tug of War, Isolation, Exploring Isolation, Dynamic Transitions, Lifting, Exploring Frantic Lifts, Fluff Picking, The Three Universes, Dangerous Dance, Exploring Dangerous Dance, Chair Duets, Exploring Chair Duets & Key Quotes. For more popular drama resources, find us via Google by typing SubjectResources