5 Easy Drama Games for Emergency Sub Plans

If you are reading this blog post, you are probably a. collecting materials for the next school for your theater class or b. sick as a dog and you need help fast! Either way, you have come to the right place. I only offer sound teaching lessons (some made with Google slides) or advice to […]
9 Compelling Reasons Why You Need Lessons Using Super Heroes

9 Compelling Reasons Why You Need Lessons Using Super Heroes Have you ever experienced a “Eureka” moment while teaching? You know those moments where everything just clicks and everyone is surprised, especially you? In this case it was super heroes. Let’s talk about 9 compelling reasons why you need lessons using super heroes. I’ve shared […]
Drama Games for the Introvertive Student

Drama Games for the Introvertive Student Is that possible? Drama students can be shy? I know it’s tough to believe, because we are a noisy bunch. So let’s talk about drama games for the introvertive student. For various reasons, the answer is a resounding “yes!” Recently, I read a post from a teacher lamenting about […]
What is Kamishibai Storytelling?

What is Kamishibai Storytelling? Several years ago, I taught four hundred sixth graders each year (yikes!) I was always searching for different drama lessons including storytelling styles. Then, I ran on to Kamishibai storytelling. According to Wikipedia.com, “Kamishibai, sometimes called Paper Drama, is a form of Japanese street theatre and storytelling that was popular during […]