1st Edition
Drama and Reading for Meaning Ages 4-11 A Practical Book of Ideas for Primary Teachers
Introduction Part 1: Ages 4 - 6 (Early Years Foundation Stage to Year 1) Chapter 1: Collective Re-enactment Chapter 2: Characters And Their Problems Chapter 3: Freezing Key Moments Chapter 4: An Imaginary Experience PART 2: Ages 7 – 11 (Year 2 to Year 6) Chapter 5: Frozen Depictions Chapter 6: Actions And Performances Chapter 7: Exploring Characters Chapter 8: Arguments, Dilemmas and Debates Chapter 10: Whole Group Drama Conclusion The Drama Strategies Further Reading and Resources List of Texts Appendix
Biography
Larraine S. Harrison, formerly a local authority school improvement adviser and author of several drama books covering Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) to Key Stage 3, has spent many years promoting drama as a tool for teaching and learning. She is currently a part time drama-in-education consultant, school governor and author of two children’s books: Red Snow and Angel’s Child.
"Do you want to develop children’s imaginations and refresh your English teaching? Then look no further. This energising and accessible book will inspire teachers and children alike. Linked to literature and nonfiction texts, the step-by-step drama lessons support reading at greater depth and enable children to investigate characters’ motivations, actions, and relationships, as well as explore real-life issues. A rich resource to support the development of language, interpretation and reading for meaning."
Teresa Cremin, Professor of Education (Literacy), The Open University, UK
