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Tag: readers theater
Commemorating Juneteenth
My most poignant play—and it’s perfect for celebrating Juneteenth! Based on actual slave narratives, Freedom for the First Time is historically-accurate, kid-friendly, and … More
Plays & Paired Texts for Black History Month
Here are nine compelling paired texts with which to recognize black history month while meeting numerous Language Arts standards. All … More
MLK Day & Black History Month
If you’re like me, you put a bow on the holidays and then breathed a sigh of relief as you … More
A Special Pooh Event!
Back in the days of the big three networks, a television special like Charlie Brown, Winnie-the-Pooh, or the Little Drummer … More
Plays: A Series of Good Times
My colleague popped in my room the other day to share his experience using my Sleepy Hollow play. His hope … More
Build better Readers, Writers, and Math Masters from Day One
My Fact Car Rally program is overdue for an update, but that doesn’t mean you can’t snag a copy right … More
Greatness Isn’t Born
I don’t usually do reviews, but I just finished an awesome book called The Talent Code by Daniel Coyle (2009, … More
Promoting the Words and Work of Dr, King
At the height of Covid restrictions, the Palace Theatre in New Hampshire crafted this wonderful pairing of my Ruby Bridges … More
War Stories
Both my parents served in the military. My mom had a short stint as a WAC in DC before landing … More
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