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READER’S THEATRE An Initiative to Promote Literacy Through Theatrical Experiences.

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1 READER’S THEATRE An Initiative to Promote Literacy Through Theatrical Experiences

2 What is Reader’s Theatre? (or Readers Theatre) Literature Supported by Theatrical Activities Interpretive Oral Reading Exercises  Language Arts  Social Sciences  Math  History/Geography

3 Examples of Activities… Storytelling Oral Reading Exercises Interpreting Scripts Character Exploration Expression through Body Language Script Writing Activities

4 Elements and Concepts The Importance of the Text Importance of Reading Skills Aids in Reading Comprehension Critical Thinking Skills

5 How To Get Started… Catalogues & Stores School Administrators Fellow Teachers & Collegues Libraries On-line Resources Free Downloads Write Your Own! OR… HAVE STUDENTS WRITE THEIR OWN SCRIPTS!!!

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