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Introduce your primary school students to the inspiring story of Wangari Maathai, the environmental activist and Nobel Peace Prize laureate, with this engaging 20-minute play script. This script beautifully illustrates themes of protecting the environment, community action, and empowering women, making it perfect for Key Stage 2 assemblies.

Key Features:

Powerful Storyline: The script follows Wangari Maathai’s life, from her childhood love of nature to her founding of the Green Belt Movement and her Nobel Peace Prize win.

Key Scenes:

Scene 1: Seeds of Wonder: Shows Young Wangari’s connection with nature and introduces the importance of trees.

Scene 2: A Changed Land: Depicts the environmental devastation that motivates Wangari to take action.

Scene 3: The Hummingbird’s Idea: Explains the origins of the Green Belt Movement and Wangari’s message of doing what you can.

Scene 4: The Green Belt Grows: Shows the community planting trees and features a song about the importance of trees.

Scene 5: Roots of Hope: Celebrates the positive impact of the Green Belt Movement as the trees grow and life returns to the land.

Scene 6: A World of Difference: Culminates in Wangari receiving the Nobel Peace Prize and sharing her message of hope.

Large Cast: With 30 characters, the script allows for wide participation among students.

Emphasis on Environmentalism: The script effectively communicates the importance of trees, the dangers of deforestation, and the power of environmental action.

Celebratory Song: Includes the lyrics and a YouTube link to the song “You Can Count on Trees,” enhancing the performance with music.

Detailed Props List: Provides a comprehensive list of props, with suggestions for simple ways to create them.

This play script offers a meaningful and creative way to teach children about environmental stewardship, community empowerment, and the remarkable legacy of Wangari Maathai.