Elementary Theatre

Theatre Skill: Artistic Process & Practice CSD K-5 Theatre CSD teachers must log in to Drama Works! & Drama Notebook to access those resources. Example Warm-ups and Games Drama Works: Name Game (K-5th) - Use the mind, body, and voice to dramatize and learn each other’s names. Drama Works: Pass it On (K-5th) - Develop spontaneity and cooperation by expressing & imitating words/actions. Drama Works: Mimic Circle (K-5th) - Develop spontaneity and creative problem-solving by expressing and imitating words/actions. Drama Works: Mirror Mirror (K-5th) - Collaborate and move in sync to create the illusion of a mirror. Drama Works: Four Up (K-5th) - Work together to determine who should stand or sit. Drama Works: Who’s the Leader? (K-5th) - Enhance concentration and observation by trying to conceal/discover the secret leader. Drama Notebook: Self-Esteem Activities (K-5th) - Sixteen confidence-boosting activities for young actors. Drama Works: Sea Stars (2nd-5th) - Show willingness to work with and accept any fellow player by forming random groups. Drama Works: Zip, Zap, Zop (2nd-5th) - Energize and focus by quickly choosing players randomly.

Example Activities, Lessons, & Projects Resource Grades

Learning Intention and Success Criteria

Drama Works: Introducing ​ ELA & Health Integration

K-5th

I am learning about my classmates to make introductions that build community. I’ll know I have it when I can introduce a classmate to the whole class confidently and clearly.

Drama Works: Assembly Line STEM Integration

2nd-5th I am learning to collaborate and about machines/systems with processes to create a theatrical ensemble performance. I’ll know I have it when I perform a real or imagined process with a group. 2nd-5th I am learning to collaborate with classmates and about simple machines to create a theatrical ensemble performance. I’ll know I have it when I perform as a real or imaginary machine with a group. 2nd-5th I am learning about story beginnings, middles, and ends to create art that shows a moment in a story. I’ll know I have it when I create and explain a piece of art that shows a beginning, middle, or end.

Drama Works: Gizmos & Gadgets STEM Integration

CSD Arts: The Story of Art - Beginning, Middle, and End ELA & Visual Art Integration

Example Instructional Resources Drama Notebook: Theatre Etiquette for Elementary Students - Outlines basic theatre etiquette.