Drama - Explorers/Trailblazers 1-12-2016

Last week, I introduced the children to a brief history of drama and theater.  We reviewed that history and learned a new component of drama.  Storytelling is essential to any good theater or drama piece.  I read that theater is like telling a good story live!  I appreciate that definition because everyone likes a good story!  During class we warmed up with some super fun tongue twisters and brainstormed a list of items that make up a good story.  Character, plot, setting, imagination/creativity, problem, and resolution were defined and discussed.  We finished the class by breaking into groups, writing and acting out our original stories!  This activity was extremely challenging.  I appreciated the focus and attention the children gave to the project.  They were able to create some fun ideas and put them into action in a very short time!