Since this wiki is devoted to Library Routines, I will share that I always change R.T. scripts I find on the web so that the scripts I give to students have a large page number on the lower right corner, 14 font size (minimum), two column tables so there is lots of white space (column 1: character name / character 2: dialogue), and clip art. I have to teach younger kids how to turn the page (flip or turn) so everyone is all together everytime we flip the booklet or turn the page. I let the kids keep the scripts! Many like to do the scripts at home with a sibling or parent, and this is just what we want to happen! But warning: No matter how many times I edit, I always have a typo or two so please proofread before printing!!
See the Library Orientation script at right: Edit to suit your needs. (Catherine Trinkle)
These books are FANTASTIC for readers theater with late 1st/
2nd graders. Here are some of my scripts I adapted from his books.
(Susan Eley)
Everything you need for doing a Reader's Theater (or a play, complete with suggestions for props!) is right there on Jan Brett's website. See link at right. The script can be downloaded in text or PDF format. There are also beautiful illustrations of the characters that can be printed off and made into masks or puppets for the readers to use, or for you to use in retelling of the stories. (Regina Hartley)
Another great Reader's Theater from Jan Brett's website. Perform this Reader's Theater when your students are studying the rain forest or biomes. Thanks to Cathy Hammett, Limestone Central Elementary School, for adapting the script from Jan's book. (Regina Hartley)
Reader's Theater for The Umbrella
The Mitten by Jan Brett
(Keisa Williams)