THEATRE GAMES BOOK - FOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL STUDENTS

THEATRE GAMES  FOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CHILDREN

 CREATE MAGICAL MOMENTS WITH ACTIVITIES STUDENTS AND TEACHERS LOVE! 

"I have used the book in my classroom and in my after school program and it has worked like a charm. I can honestly say my students have loved every single activity I have pulled out of this book. Thanks again!"

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 "Fantastic presentation and training by Jeff and Mia! These guys love engaging and entertaining people. This book will provide many great group ideas for my staff to integrate into our after school program. A 100% dynomite package!"

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"Great training on Saturday. I came away with bundles of ideas that will be used with the children at my site right away. Loved the up beat, fun and energetic way the ideas were presented. I also plan to visit your website often for future fun activities and materials. THANKS TO BOTH OF YOU!"

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NAME GAME - ICE BREAKER FOR PRESCHOOLERS

 ICE BREAKER 

FOR PRESCHOOLERS

When children are meeting for the first time create a safe and friendly atmosphere. Help preschoolers get to know each other with a simple circle game that promotes name recognition, positive energy, self esteem, and group interaction.

NAME GAME

How to play

1) Start with students sitting in a circle.

2) Call on each student, one at a time, to say his/her name.

3) After each student introduces them self, the teacher repeats the name using the suggestions below.

4) As you repeat the students’ name, have the class join in.

5) Class repeats the name three or more times with the instructor.

6) Select the next student and repeat his/her name with the class.

7) When everyone has had a turn, the game is complete.

Name Game Suggestions

giggling           clapping             bouncing

whispering      rhythmically        wiggling                            

yawning          stomping            magically

sneezing         stretching           peek-a-boo-ing      

Note: If a student is shy, repeat the name quietly or in a whisper. If a student is outgoing, clap your hands or cheer. 

           

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Joke Time - For All Ages

JOKE TIME!!!

FOR ALL AGES 

Q: WHY DID ONE EYE SAY TO THE OTHER EYE?

A: BETWEEN YOU AND ME SOMETHING SMELLS!

Q: WHY DID THE BELT GO TO JAIL?

A: BECAUSE HE HELD UP A PAIR OF PANTS!

Q: WHY WAS THE MATH BOOK SO SAD?

A: BECAUSE HE HAD SO MANY PROBLEMS!

 

LAUGH OUT LOUD! Laughter is infectious, it does wonders for kids and adults alike so make some time for jokes and spread more joy with the people around you. 

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Crazy Cooking - Acting Game For Ages 7-12

ACTING GAME 

FOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL STUDENTS 

 CRAZY COOKING

How to play

 1) Ask students to think of their favorite foods.

2) Tell students they will get into groups and perform a scene from a "Crazy Cooking Show" improvising cooking their favorite dishes.

3)Have students break off into groups to discuss their ideas for about five minutes or so.

4)Give each group a turn to present their scene. Tell students that during the scene they will hear the "FREEZE" cue and will be given a "Crazy Cooking Calamity" to add to the scene.

5)Use suggestions below and have fun! 

6)Begin each scene with the lines... "It's time for another episode of Crazy Cooking! (allow audience to clap and cheer) Let's meet our hosts... (students introduce themselves as their cooking personality)"

Note: To encourage additional creativity and greater focus to the scenes, ask students in the audience to raise their hands and share original calamity ideas.

Crazy Cooking Calamities

a sudden attack of poison ivy

getting the hiccups

one of the ingredients explodes

someone gets an injury

a hurricane sweeps in

the ingredients spill all over the floor

fire in the oven

the food tastes really bad

kitchen floor is way too slippery
everyone has to go to the bathroom

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