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This 20-minute playscript, “How Technology Has Changed,” takes students on a journey through time to explore the evolution of technology, from early communication methods to modern devices. With 30 flexible roles, it’s designed to educate and entertain Key Stage 2 audiences.

Key Features:

Historical Timeline: The script covers various stages of technological development, including early communication, the invention of the printing press, the telephone, radio, television, and modern digital devices.

Diverse Characters: Students portray cave painters, Egyptian scribes, Roman messengers, inventors, and people from different eras, showcasing how technology impacted their lives.

Focus on Everyday Technology: The script explores changes in communication, entertainment, transportation, and household chores, making the topic relatable to children.

Interactive Elements: The script includes opportunities for comparing old and new technologies, demonstrating the impact of change.

Simple Props and Costumes: The script suggests easy-to-source or create props and costume elements to bring the different eras to life.

Integrated Song: The assembly incorporates the song “Inventions Everywhere” (YouTube link provided) to celebrate human ingenuity.

Benefits:

Educational and Informative: Provides a clear and engaging overview of how technology has evolved.

Relatable to Students: Connects historical inventions to modern technology that students use daily.

Encourages Participation: The large number of roles allows for whole-class involvement.

Easy to Adapt and Perform: The script is designed for straightforward staging and performance.

Includes a YouTube Song Link: Provides a readily available musical component that enhances the assembly’s message.

This “How Technology Has Changed” playscript is a valuable tool for educators to illustrate the history of technology and its impact on society in a fun and accessible way for primary school students.