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The Drama Game File Second Edition
CD-ROM for Arts and Literacy, PreK-12
A Comprehensive Collection of Drama Games for Classroom Teachers and Theatre Artists
This CD-ROM is a teacher curriculum program for arts and literacy in grades PreK-12. It works like a website with hundreds of links and more than 250 printable pages including 101 lesson plans, six sets of Character Cards, posters, indexes, sample classes, theatre vocabulary, and more. The Drama Game File includes detailed teaching strategies, classroom management ideas, and connections to state and national theatre arts standards.
The 101 games include more than 250 variations and 500 integration ideas in other school subjects. They are conveniently cross-indexed by 22 drama skills, the four arts, all school subjects, grade levels, and multiple intelligences. |
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• Easy navigation with hundreds of links and printable files |
| • 101 games that each print in a complete one-page lesson plan |
| • 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 each of 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 prepared sample classes each using three games organized by drama skills, school subjects, and multiple intelligences |
| • Dynamic photos of every game in action with students of all ages |
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| Additional Features: Lesson Plan Format for 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 |
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| What's New in the Second Edition? |
NEW! Connections to state and national theatre arts standards
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| NEW! Theatre glossary with printable vocabulary cards |
| NEW! Arts assessment sections; how to create a rubric |
| REVISED! Character Cards vocabulary selections and printing |
| 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 |
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• 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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Testimonials:
Professors
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"The New Viola Spolin for the 21st Century! Ideal for classroom teachers, university students, and recreation leaders. We've adopted The Drama Game File at Northwestern as a text for our theatre students and future teachers with great results. All the makings of an indispensable instant classic."
–Rives Collins
Chair of Theatre Department
Northwestern University
"Makes challenging material more understandable and engaging to students of diverse backgrounds and abilities. I highly recommend the program as core curriculum for teacher preparation and professional growth programs."
–Dr. Linda Purrington Director, Master of Arts in Education and Teacher Credential Program
Pepperdine University
"A wonderful tool for applying current brain research to the classroom. These outstanding games generate the emotion and attention that create an optimal state of learning."
–Dr. Sherry Kerr
Adjunct Professor, UCLA
National consultant in brain research and arts education
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Testimonials:
Administrators |
"Great for English Learners, Special Ed., and gifted students. This program improves all students' vocabulary, fluency, reading, and writing."
–Esther Kim, Principal
156th Street Elementary
"An excellent resource! The clear directions and dynamic photos help any teacher use arts instruction in all subjects."
–Connie Covert, Arts Advisor
Los Angeles USD
"Teacher friendly and easy to implement. Great strategies and techniques for all grades. Unique, effective, and fun!"
–Irina Evangelista,
Literacy Coach
Norwood Elementary
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Testimonials:
Drama Teachers |
"The best curriculum I have seen in more than 25 years teaching high school drama! It is an amazing synthesis of a lifetime of top-quality theatre training, performing, teaching, and research. Ideal for beginning and veteran drama teachers of middle school and high school."
–Ruben Van Kempen
Roosevelt HS, Seattle
Named one of the top ten theatre programs in America
""This outstanding program is one of the best I have seen in 20 years teaching drama at all grade levels. Non-theatre elementary teachers can succeed using the great integration ideas, teacher talk, and classroom management. "
–Beverly (Burnside) Johnson Texas Teacher of the Year
"I am not at all computer literate, but this CD-ROM is so easy to use. I love how each game is written so clearly with everything I need to know from set up to evaluation. Great connections to arts standards, multiple intelligences, and all school subjects."
–Pam Fletcher
Hill County MS, Austin
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Testimonials:
Classroom Teachers |
"Great for busy teachers with little planning time. I have used the games to motivate my students to read and write, develop comprehension skills, and teach science concepts."
–Kay Strenio, 1st grade
"The Drama Game File is empowering! I am instantly connected to a wealth of simple, creative, and effective ideas. A tremendous addition to the curriculum!"
–Kiffen Madden-Lunsford
3rd Grade
"My students gained confidence and improved their English language abilities. The games create a fun atmosphere for learning. They captivate and motivate students of all academic levels to experience success in the classroom!"
–Edie Lynn, 5th grade
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Testimonials:
Students |
"I felt all wobbly and gooey in Melting Tag. It was so much fun!"
–Tiffany, 1st grade
"I like the Name Game because I change my voice, move my body, and use my mind."
–Brigitte, 2nd grade
"I am not shy anymore."
–Albert, 3rd grade
"Playing the games helped me after very sad times in my family. I think drama could help anyone in need of happiness."
–Kathryn, 4th grade
"We express our emotions in a safe and enjoyable way."
–Jessica, 8th grade
"The games taught me skills that will be invaluable no matter what job I have."
–Sebastian, 12th grade
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