Offering a wide range of fun and interactive Drama teaching resources for KS1-5 pupils, which are all tried-and-tested in both private and state sector schools. Over 24 years experience in the UK and internationally as an Educator, Director, Writer and Actor. Feel free to get in touch for more details: phil.brooks@hotmail.co.uk
Offering a wide range of fun and interactive Drama teaching resources for KS1-5 pupils, which are all tried-and-tested in both private and state sector schools. Over 24 years experience in the UK and internationally as an Educator, Director, Writer and Actor. Feel free to get in touch for more details: phil.brooks@hotmail.co.uk
Shakespeare in 10 Minutes â A Fun and Engaging Introduction for Kids!
Step into the exciting world of Shakespeare with this special bundle of four classic plays, adapted into 10-minute scripts designed for 7-11 year olds! These short, lively versions make Shakespeareâs timeless stories fun, accessible, and easy to perform, helping young learners experience the magic of theatre.
A Midsummer Nightâs Dream â Enter a world of fairy mischief, mistaken identities, and a group of hilarious actors as love and magic create chaos in the enchanted forest.
Romeo and Juliet â Follow the thrilling tale of two young lovers from feuding families as they try to find happiness despite the battles raging around them.
Macbeth â Witches, ghosts, and a power-hungry noblemanâthis spooky tale of ambition and fate takes audiences on a dramatic journey through Scotlandâs darkest secrets.
Hamlet â When Hamlet meets the ghost of his father, he uncovers a chilling secret. As he pretends to be mad to uncover the truth, the palace fills with spies, schemes, and betrayal.
With comedy, action, and adventure, this bundle is the perfect way to introduce young actors to the worldâs greatest playwright in a way thatâs easy to understand and fun to perform.
Are you looking to create a clear, concise and effective assessment criteria for your KS2 Drama curriculum? If so, this resource pack will provide you with the perfect framework you need to offer structure and direction for both you and your pupils.
Included in this resource pack is the following:
Assessment framework for Years 3-6 (adaptable, depending on which year groups you teach and when pupils start Drama).
Drama workbooks for Years 5 and 6. Differentiated for specific year groups and editable, depending on the year groups you teach.
The assessment framework can also be used as a target-setting tool, where pupils termly or half-termly use their workbooks to review their progress and to offer another level of inter-activity, they can use a passport-sized photo to move around the framework display board (preferably on show in each classroom) as and when they achieve each set target.
For more information and/or guidance, feel free to contact me on phil.brooks@hotmail.co.uk
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This 6-week Drama scheme of work is designed to help pupils explore different cultures, traditions, climates, animals from around the world.
Originally created to support a classroom Humanities project titled âWhere in the Worldâ for Year 3 pupils, however could easily adaptable for older or younger children.
Welcome to âWhere in the World?â
Visiting Uluru
Sunsets and Physicality
Fireworks and Celebrations
Market Life
Animals from around the world
Enjoy!
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Are you looking for some inspiration when it comes to setting cover for your Drama lessons?
Feel free to use this selection of 14 lesson plan and activity templates in their current form or use the structure and edit them to suit your needs.
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Check out these 4 short and fun original festive scripts, along with 2 monologue packs that will have your pupils laughing (and engaged)!
These are tried-and-tested resources and have been performed by both pupils and teachers with great results.
If possible, please purchase the School Licence - this will allow you to share with colleagues and print unlimited copies for performers. Thank you.
Looking to refresh your Key Stage 2 Drama curriculum planning for 2025 and beyond?
Teaching Drama with Year 5 and/or 6 for the first time and looking for some much-needed inspiration??
If so, check out this bundle of extensive tried-and-tested schemes and supporting resources, which will provide you with excellent material for the full academic year. The extra bonus is an effective assessment criteria, which offers a clear and consistent structure for all schemes.
Matilda
Darkwood Manor
Ernieâs Incredible Illucinations
Pantomime
Kensukeâs Kingdom
Super Heroes and Villains
Having Fun With Masks
Are you off sick (possibly long-term) and need to provide cover plans you can be happy with?
Is your replacement a non-specialist and needs clear instruction?
Are you a cover teacher who is teaching Drama for the first time?
If the answer is YES to any of these questions, this 6 scheme bundle provides you with a selection of detailed powerpoints and supporting documents. They will provide anyone covering Drama classes with the tools to deliver organized and effective lessons to pupils without all the stress. They are all good-to-go!
This tried-and-tested Drama scheme of work is designed to introduce your pupils to the Ancient Greek civilization. The perfect support scheme to exploring this popular History topic in primary schools and is full of opportunities to bring the myths to life.
All lessons come complete with detailed powerpoints and supporting resources, so no planning is needed and you are ready to go!
Greek myth drama lessons x 2
Greek myth scripts x 4
Greek myth monologues x 8
Ancient Greek Olympics quiz
Looking for some Key Stage 3 script inspiration?
This fun bundle offers a wide selection of 8 scripts for all occasions - lesson activities and/or production performances.
Enjoy!
If possible, please purchase the School Licence - this will allow you to share with colleagues and print unlimited copies for performers. Thank you.
Explore the World of Shakespeare in Your Drama Lessons!
This comprehensive Shakespeare resource pack offers a wide range of engaging and interactive materials designed to captivate young learners and bring the Bardâs works to life on stage. This extensive collection includes:
đ Detailed Schemes of Work:
Dive deep into the heart of Shakespeare with fully planned and resourced schemes of work for Romeo and Juliet, Twelfth Night, and Macbeth. Each scheme includes:
Extensive PowerPoint presentations
Supporting worksheets and activities
Opportunities for performance, discussion, and creative exploration
đ One-Act and 10-Minute Scripts:
Introduce your students to Shakespeareâs greatest works in an accessible and dynamic way with a selection of short, performance-ready scripts. These condensed adaptations of A Midsummer Nightâs Dream, Hamlet, Romeo and Juliet, Macbeth, and Twelfth Night are perfect for rehearsals, assemblies, and class performances, offering opportunities to explore character, language, and stagecraft.
đ§ Shakespeare-Themed Quizzes:
Test your studentsâ knowledge and understanding with two exciting Shakespeare quizzes, designed to reinforce key themes, characters, and plots while adding an element of fun and competition to your lessons.
Whether youâre exploring tragic love, magical mischief, or comic confusion, these resources ensure your students develop a deep understanding and appreciation of Shakespeareâs timeless tales. Perfect for Key Stage 2 and 3 learners, these materials provide everything needed to engage, challenge, and inspire!
Peter Pan: A Pantomime Adventure!
Get ready to fly (eventually) to Neverland with Peter Pan, the boy who refuses to grow up⊠and who might just be a little afraid of heights! Join Wendy, John, and Michael as they journey to a land of mermaids, fairies, and mischievous Lost Boys. But troubleâs brewing! The wicked Captain Hook is on the prowl, terrified of one thingâTick-Tock the Crocodile, whoâs got a taste for pirate!
With the help of the sassy Tinker Bell and the ever-hungry Tick-Tock, Peter must overcome his fears, defeat Hook, and save Neverland. But can Peter conquer his fear of flying in time to protect his friends?
Packed with laughter, adventure, and plenty of audience participationâget ready to shout, boo, cheer, and maybe even help Peter take to the skies!
Adventure awaits⊠so come along and believe in magic!
CHARACTER LIST
Peter Pan â The boy who never grows up, but is secretly afraid of heights.
Wendy Darling â The eldest Darling child, kind and adventurous.
John Darling â Wendyâs clever but slightly pompous younger brother.
Michael Darling â The youngest Darling, full of wonder and excitement.
Tinker Bell â A feisty fairy with a jealous streak.
The Lost Boys â A mischievous but lovable group of boys who follow Peter Pan.
Sally the Seagull â A sarcastic, self-proclaimed âflying expertâ who gives Peter terrible advice.
Captain Hook â The dastardly pirate who despises Peter Pan.
Smee â Hookâs bumbling but loveable sidekick.
Pirate Crew â A group of comedic, dim-witted pirates.
Tick-Tock the Crocodile â Always lurking and hungry for Hook, often appearing at the worst moments.
Narrator â Sets the scene and interacts with the audience.
If possible, please purchase the School Licence - this will allow you to share with colleagues and print unlimited copies for performers. Thank you.
Short Drama script - 8 pages and 16+ speaking roles.
Word and PDF formats.
If possible, please purchase the School Licence - this will allow you to share with colleagues and print unlimited copies for performers. Thank you.
The story of Oliver Twist: A gentle and honest orphan boy, born into hardship but full of quiet strength. Though the world treats him cruelly, he never loses his sense of right and wrong. His journey from the workhouse to a place of safety shows the power of hope, kindness, and resilience.
CHARACTER LIST
Oliver Twist â A kind-hearted orphan boy
Mr. Bumble â The pompous beadle of the workhouse
Workhouse Master â Overseer of the workhouse
Artful Dodger â A cheeky, street-smart pickpocket
Charley Bates â Dodgerâs friend and fellow pickpocket
Fagin â A sly and manipulative leader of a gang of child thieves
Nancy â A young woman with a kind heart, involved with Bill Sikes
Bill Sikes â A violent criminal
Mr. Brownlow â A kind and wealthy gentleman
Bet, Tommy, Nipper â Members of Faginâs gang
Bystanders, Boys in the workhouse, London crowd â Various ensemble roles
Are you looking for fun Halloween Drama resources??
If so, this bundle will help you with your spooky lesson planning:
Darkwood Manor - powerpoints and videos (the story of a haunted house with a twist!)
Macbeth - Shakespeareâs classic tale, focusing on the 3 witches
Halloween Monologues - a variety of 6 short halloween character scripts
Ghost Stories - 12 short tales, ideal for KS2
This SUPER Super Hero and Villain bundle provides a selection of activities:
6 lesson drama scheme with detailed powerpoints
Super Hero and Villain monologues (8 in total)
Short Drama script
This dramatic and extensive bundle includes the following:
A 6-week Greek Theatre scheme of work, exploring chorus, masks and myths. This scheme comes complete with detailed powerpoints and supporting resources, so no planning is needed and you are ready to go
4 short 2-page scripts, ideally for children aged 10-14 years old; Perseus and Medusa, Theseus and the Minotaur, Daedalus and Icarus, The Labours of Hercules
8 short monologues that explore famous mythology characters; Zeus, Achilles, Theseus, Perseus, Aphrodite, Hermes, Persephone and King Midas
Ancient Greek Olympics Quiz; 15 questions to test your knowledge
This resource pack includes a fun and accessible short script and a collection of monologues based on The Wizard of Oz, specially created for children aged 6â10.
Designed to encourage confidence, creativity, and character work, the script offers a lively retelling of the classic tale, while the monologues give young performers the chance to explore key characters in more depth. Perfect for classroom drama, performances, or creative play, this pack provides everything you need to bring the magic of Oz to life!
Word and PDF formats.
Are you looking for a fun Drama project which explores the key historical influences on theatre?
Check out this selection of schemes which include Greek Theatre, Commedia Dellâ Arte, Pantomime and Shakespeareâs Romeo and Juliet.
These 4 schemes are ideal for combining into 1 larger project, offering a wide range of themes to explore and all come with detailed powerpoints, so it is good-to-go.
This extensive pack includes the following:
Powerpoints
Schemes of work
Lesson plans
Unit overviews
Assessment criteria
Evaluation forms
Cover lesson activities
Scripts
Check out this fantastic selection of 9 fun tried-and-tested KS3 Drama schemes of work. They are all ideal for Year 7 & 8 classes, however if you are lucky enough to teach in a school that offers Drama in KS2, these resources are easily adaptable for a younger age group.
This sale bundle is great value and provides you with:
Schemes of work
Powerpoints
Level descriptors
Unit overviews
Scripts
Looking to refresh your Key Stage 3 Drama curriculum planning for 2025 and beyond?
Setting up your own Drama department from scratch?
Teaching Drama for the first time and looking for some much-needed inspiration??
If the answer is YES to any of the above, check out this 10 extensive tried-and-tested resource bundle which will provide you with excellent material for the full academic year across the whole of Key Stage 3. The extra bonus is an effective assessment criteria, which offers a clear and consistent structure to support all schemes.
All schemes come complete with detailed powerpoints and supporting resources, so no planning is needed and you are ready to go!
Silent Movies
Advert Theatre
Romeo and Juliet
Commedia Dâel Arte
Greek Theatre
Pantomime
Macbeth
âLet Him Have It!â: The Case of Craig and Bentley
Ernieâs Incredible Illucinations
KS3 Drama Assessment Criteria and Target-Setting pack
Looking to refresh your curriculum for this academic year?
Setting up a department from scratch?
Teaching GCSE and/or BTEC Drama for the first time and looking for help??
If so and you teach DRAMA to KS3-5, check out this wide variety of 6 tried-and-tested SOWs and other fun resources.
Enjoy!
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