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$95.00  |
The Drama Game File Second Edition
CD-ROM for Arts and Literacy, PreK-12
Single User License (licensing details)
This interactive CD-ROM curriculum program for arts and literacy in grades PreK-12 details the why and how of using theatre games to accomplish a variety of educational objectives. Hundreds of point-and-click links lead the teacher through more than 500 pages of material including detailed teaching strategies and 210 printable pages of lesson plans, print-and-cut Character Cards, posters, theatre vocabulary, and more.
The 101 games include a mix of classic material with dozens of new activities, 250 variations, and 500 integration ideas in other school subjects. Planning a lesson or unit is made simple with 92 sample classes and extensive cross-indexing by 22 drama skills, 20 theatre arts categories, 11 school subjects, 8 multiple intelligences, and all grade levels.
Based on state and national arts standards, extensive research, and classroom practice, the program incorporates arts assessment, learning styles, literacy development strategies, and a complete classroom management system to maximize student safety, creativity, and learning. No previous drama experience is required.
One license required for each teacher or group leader (details).
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| Product Features |
• 500 pages of material including 210 printable PDF pages |
• 101 games (+250 variations) that print as one-page lesson plans |
• Connections to state and national theatre arts standards |
• 6 sets of printable Character Cards for creativity and literacy |
• 500 fun and effective integration ideas for all school subjects |
• Cross-indexing: find all the games for 22 drama skills, 4 art forms, 10 school subjects, 8 multiple intelligences, and all grades |
• Detailed teaching strategies and classroom management ideas |
• Extensive theatre glossary with printable vocabulary cards |
• Printable posters and references for visual aids and handouts |
• 92 sample classes organizing the games into 50-minute lessons |
• Dynamic photos of every game in action with students of all ages |
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| Features of the Lesson Plan Format for the 101 Games |
• Written and designed for success regardless of experience |
• The Players: which ages can play and in what arrangement |
• The Props: needed equipment, props, and/or teaching aids |
• The Place: appropriate space and group shapes for play |
• Objective: a specific theatre arts teaching objective |
• Directions and Rules: clear step-by-step instructions for play |
• Examples: specific examples and starting ideas for the game |
• Variations: spin-offs, twists, and challenges (over 250 in total!) |
• Keys to Success: tips to maximize the learning experience |
• Focus Phrases: examples of directing play for focus and creativity |
• Evaluation Questions: for discussion, writing, and assessment |
• Drama Skills: a list of specific skills the game develops |
• Integration Ideas: a list of ways to use the game in other subjects |
• Multiple Intelligences: a list of intelligences the game accesses |
| Download a free sample lesson plan |
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| Minimum System Requirements |
• Windows '95-XP (or higher) or Mac OS 8.1-10.X |
• Web browser and current Acrobat Reader (both included) |
• No internet connection required |
• 1 CD-ROM for Mac or PC, home or school, old or new computers |
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Dimensions: 5.5 "L x 4.85"W |
Shipping Weight: 8oz |
ISBN-13: #978-0-9792893-0-9 |
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| What's New in the Second Edition? |
NEW Connections to state and national theatre arts standards |
NEW Theatre glossary with printable vocabulary cards |
NEW Arts assessment sections; how to create a rubric |
REVISED AND EXPANDED Character Cards vocabulary terms |
EXPANDED Literacy connections and strategies |
EXPANDED Teaching strategies and classroom management |
IMPROVED Design, functions, startup, and printing |
NEW Printing feature: directions for making a binder of all PDF's |
NEW Compatible with Windows XP, Mac OSX |
If you're still using the first edition, you are missing out! |
Get the second edition for all the benefits noted above. Plus, you will be able to purchase the Companion Notebook (not sold to 1st edition users). |
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| Photo Tour click any image to enlarge |
CD-ROM Packaging
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Front Cover

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Inside Jacket

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Back Cover

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The Players: Photos from the CD-ROM |
Preschool: up to Kindergarten, ages 3-5
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Primary: Grades 1-3, ages 5-8 |
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Elementary: Grades 4-6, ages 8-11 |
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Middle School : Grades 6-9, ages 11-14 |
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High School : Grades 9-12, ages 14-18 |
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Drama Games in Action! Photos from the CD-ROM |
Cat and Mouse (MS)

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Wind-up Toys (Pri)
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Taxi (MS)
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Give Me a Hand (HS)
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Charades (Pre)
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Tableau (Pri)
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Refrigerator Dance (Pre)
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Who's Calling? (Ele)
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Knots (HS)
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| PDF Tours |

CD-ROM Tour |
A visual tour of the contents and features of The Drama Game File 2nd Edition CD-ROM.
Includes teacher tips on how to use the curriculum from both a teacher and administrator point-of-view.
The pages in this tour are from the Overview section of the Companion Notebook. |
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Complete Kit Tour |
A visual tour of the contents and features of The Drama Game File 2nd Edition Complete Kit (CD/Book/Cards).
Includes an overview of the program, intended users, product features, benefits of drama/theatre, pricing, packages, and staff development training.
Ideal for teachers and administrators to better understand the program and the different pricing options available. |
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| Permission is granted to download and show these PDF tours to other teachers, administrators, or interested parties. The documents are copyright protected and may not be altered in any way. |
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| Free Samples From The Drama Game File |
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Philosophy Printout of the teaching philosophy of drama games |
Definitions Printout of the definition of drama education |
Benefits One-page summary of benefits of drama education |
Why Drama Games? Research-based and practical rationale for using drama games as an educational strategy |
Legal Notice: These sample pages are copyright protected and may not be altered, reformatted, distributed, or copied in any way. Permission is granted to use the sample pages so long as copyright notices and proprietary information remain intact. By downloading any of the free sample pages, you agree to abide by these conditions.
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