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An introduction to Stanislavski's method

This lesson plan provides basic guidelines of the Stanislavski system. Exercises are offered to help the student to think creatively and apply this plan to develop their own acting techniques. This plan can be introduced in one class period and practiced throughout the term. Follow these exercises with improvisation. It will help students focus and begin to think on their feet. This plan deals with concentration.

Format: lesson plan (grade 9–12 Theater Arts Education)

By Jo Ann Taylor.

Picture this!

In this lesson, students will use their imagination and creativity to create an original, five-minute scene from a given picture.

Format: lesson plan (grade 9–12 Theater Arts Education)

By Cindy Lohr.

Respecting differences

This guidance and drama unit offers students the opportunity to identify prejudices and understand how certain character traits such as tolerance, respect, and kindness affect their choice of behavior. Since this lesson addresses sensitive issues, teachers should avoid situations that could be hurtful to individuals or groups. This unit can be adapted to almost any age group or ability level.

Format: lesson plan (grade 6–8 English Language Development, Guidance, Healthful Living, and Theater Arts Education)

By Daryl Walker and Judy Peele.

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Children of war

This ARTSEDGE lesson explores the realities and effects of war on children by examining diaries, journals, and letters written by children during times of war. Through class discussion and studying various texts of actual events, students examine the similarities... (Learn more)

Format: lesson plan (grade 7–9 English Language Arts, Social Studies, and Theater Arts Education)

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