Wild and Wacky 60 One-Minute Monologues for Kids: 60 One-Minute Monologues for Kids (Young Actors Series)

Wild and Wacky 60 One-Minute Monologues for Kids: 60 One-Minute Monologues for Kids (Young Actors Series)
L. E. McCullough (Author)
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Childhood is a time of unexcelled wonder and imagination. These 60 monologues by children's playwright L.E. McCullough focus on the magical moments of delight and discovery that make being a kid one of the best things anyone ever does. This collection of 60 one-minute monologues contains fun and imaginative monologues for children.

• Rank: #65091 in Books
• Brand: Smith & Kraus
• Model: FBA-|275614
• Published on: 2002-02
• Original language: English
• Dimensions: 7.99" h x 5.00" w x .0" l, .20 pounds
• Binding: Paperback
• 63 pages

My First Monologue Book: 100 Monlogues for Young Children (My First Acting Series) (Young Actors)

My First Monologue Book: 100 Monlogues for Young Children (My First Acting Series) (Young Actors)
Kristen Dabrowski (Author)
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Monologues just for kids!

Everyday life was never so nutty! Inside My First Monologue Book you'll find 100 imaginative "what if" pieces for would-be princesses, cowboys, robots, and superheroes as well as real-life issues like unfair bedtimes, making new friends, and the horrible taste of broccoli. At this stage in life there are lots of firsts, too, like going to a new school and losing your teeth, so there are plenty of topics for children to connect with. Divided into sections by theme and sprinkled with illustrations, the material in this book is easily incorporated into existing reading curriculum. Often, young children are given work written for older students that is difficult for them to understand and retain. While not dumbed-down, this material is comprehensible, relatable, and fun.


ABOUT THE SERIES

My First Acting Series introduces children, ages 5 to 9, to the basic elements of acting, directing, and producing a live theatrical performance and, in so doing, teaches kids how to think critically, solve problems, and work cooperatively with their peers.


This groundbreaking new series is for truly beginning actors, designed to incorporate theater and its benefits into children's lives at a young age by giving teachers and parents an accessible and applicable series with which to supplement their children's reading or social studies curriculum in a fun and interactive way.


Each book builds on the one before it, so skills grow as students grow. A better alternative to Reader's Theater, My First Acting Series is written by professional playwrights, and sufficiently engages children, encourages them to cooperate, and develops their creative expression.


Within this series, the Latino/English Collection is designed to support K-3 classes that include students whose first language, or language most frequently spoken at home, is Spanish. M. Ramirez has written accessible material that weaves commonly used Latino words and idioms into essentially English material. This Latino flavor breaks down language barriers and allows Latino kids to focus on the work at hand --learning to act -- while progressing in sync with schoolmates who are more comfortable with commonly available dramatic material.

SERIES BREAKDOWN
My First Acting Series contains two collections for K-3 students. The Latino/English Collection by M. Ramirez, and the Standard/English collection by Kristen Dabrowski each include three monologue books, two scene study books, a technique book and a teacher's guide. The acting technique book includes games, exercises, and acting technique lessons; the teachers guide is complete with readymade lesson plans and suggestions on how to incorporate the material into existing curriculum.

• Rank: #45238 in Books
• Brand: Smith & Kraus
• Published on: 2007-03-30
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: .30" h x 5.21" w x 7.87" l, .30 pounds
• Binding: Paperback
• 128 pages

Stage Start 20 Plays for Children (ages 3-12)

Stage Start 20 Plays for Children (ages 3-12)
Julie Meighan (Author)

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The following is a selection of plays that I have written and that have been performed on numerous occasions with different Drama Groups I have worked with throughout the years.The first nine plays - The Lion and the Mouse, The Little Red Hen, The Gingerbread Man, The Ants and the Grasshopper,The Enormous Turnip, Chicken Licken, The Hare and the Tortoise, The Three Billy Goats Gruff, The Ugly Duckling and The Boy Who Cried Wolf - are all based on well-known and well-loved, traditional children's stories. The play Chinese New Year is based on the legend of how each animal became associated with a Chinese year. The Lonely Dragon is based on a therapeutic story I wrote about isolation and making friends. How the Zebra got his Stripes tells the fun story of the legend of how all the different jungle animals came to look like they do today. The Selfish Giant is based on the very popular short story by Oscar Wilde; The Land of Trolls and Gargoyles is a play about a child's attachment to his parent, and No Excuse deals with the topic of bullying. Caught in the Act, At Doctor's Crowne and A Winter's Tale have fewer characters and can be used in a small drama class or with smaller groups. Finally, Anne of Green Gables is a duologue based on the very famous book Anne of Green Gables by L. M. Montgomery. In the scene, Anne accidentally gets Diana drunk and chaos ensues.

• Rank: #541509 in Books
• Published on: 2013-01-31
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 76 pages

Romeo and Juliet Red Reader

Romeo and Juliet Red Reader
William Shakespeare (Author), Teacher's Discovery (Editor)
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Show your kids the joys and wonders of Shakespeare's best-known play Romeo and Juliet. A wonderful guide to understanding the ins and outs of the play. Includes the complete unabridged traditional play with humorous comments, literary devices, character notes, fun translations, definitions and explanations running alongside the same page. There is a brief synopsis before each scene and blank note pages after each Act. Included are Shakespeare and Elizabethan time period trivia. Grades 8-12. First in a series.

• Rank: #10300 in Books
• Published on: 2002-03
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 108 pages

• Red Readers are annotations of literature written for today's kids!
• Amusing, age-appropriate, easy-to-follow notes
• Humorous, and relevant interpretations of the most difficult passages
• Includes explanation of language, literary devices, story elements, and more
• 6 x 9 inches, softbound, grades 7-12

Winners Competition Series V.1: Award-Winning, 60-Second Comic Monologues Ages 4-12

Winners Competition Series V.1: Award-Winning, 60-Second Comic Monologues Ages 4-12
Janet B Milstein (Author)

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Wanna make them laugh?

From her best-selling Ultimate Audition Book for Teens: 111 One-Minute Monologues to this masterful new collection, writer/actor/coach Janet B. Milstein has a proven track record for success. This new series adds a cool twist to the monologue process every piece was written for a specific student in a specifically sticky situation. In a specialized 30-day workshop, Janet dared the students to laugh at themselves by turning their anxiety into hilarity. What it meant for them was personalized monologues that resulted in callbacks and awards. What it means for you is award winning material you can relate to and perform with confidence. So, when it comes to choosing your audition pieces, why settle for less than Winners!

FEATURES OF THIS BOOK INCLUDE:

• All one-minute monologues and under to fit auditions and competitions
• All comic material
• Specifically for ages 4 to 12
• No foul language or subject matter
• A female-to-male monologue ratio that more accurately reflects the classroom
• A special section on how to use the book & tips on selecting monologues
• Authentic material you can relate to because it was written for real students
• Award-winning monologues that are new to the public, but have been put to the test
• Written by best-selling monologue book author, Janet B. Milstein
• Great for auditions, competitions, showcases, and acting classes

• Rank: #52073 in Books
• Published on: 2009-02-01
• Original language: English
• Dimensions: 8.86" h x 5.67" w x .0" l, .25 pounds
• Binding: Paperback
• 174 pages

The BFG: A Set of Plays

The BFG: A Set of Plays
Roald Dahl (Author)
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Roald Dahl fans will rejoice at the opportunity to bring their favorite books and characters to life. Five of Dahl’s hugely popular, beloved books have been adapted into winning plays for children. With useful tips on staging, props, and costumes, these plays can be produced with a minimum amount of resources and experience. Teachers, parents, and children everywhere will recognize Quentin Blake’s appealing classic cover art and will find these easy-to-perform plays to be a great source of entertainment!

• Rank: #183483 in Books
• Brand: Puffin
• Model: FBA-|288235
• Published on: 2007-02-01
• Released on: 2007-02-01
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: .39" h x 5.28" w x 7.70" l, .26 pounds
• Binding: Paperback
• 128 pages

Shakespeare with Children: Six Scripts For Young Players

Shakespeare with Children: Six Scripts For Young Players
Elizabeth Weinstein (Author), Anna Dallam (Illustrator)
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Does your class or children's group need a jump start in producing thrilling, engrossing, lively theater?

Joy, greed, love, fear, and gluttony are just a few of the elements woven into Shakespeare's plays; these timeless topics provide endless fascination for children of any age.

In Shakespeare with Children: Six Scripts for Young Players, Elizabeth Weinstein retains the beauty of Shakespeare s original language and the sheer fun of acting onstage, while substantially shortening and adapting six plays for children ages eight to thirteen.

These forty-minute scripts come with an arsenal of practical suggestions for simple productions. Teachers (and parents) will find ideas for easy back-of-the-closet costume pieces, as well as for sets, props, and music. Historical and literary background is also provided.

Contents:
Acknowledgments
Introduction
Why Perform Classroom Plays?
A Midsummer Night's Dream
Macbeth
King Henry IV, Part I
Twelfth Night
Romeo and Juliet
The Tempest
Appendix A. About Shakespeare
Appendix B. Bibliography
Appendix C. Sample Letter Home

Weinstein has created an amazing resource for teachers who want to introduce their own students to the richness and wonder of the Bard. Her beautifully adapted texts are especially well served by the wonderfully useful suggestions for staging and music. Hurray for Shakespeare with Children! --Bruce Coville, Author of William Shakespeare's Hamlet (and other Shakespeare picture books), My Teacher Is an Alien, Song of the Wanderer, and many other books for children.

As a fifth-grade teacher, I am thrilled that I can use this wonderful resource to introduce my students to the beautiful language, marvelous characters, intriguing plots, and fascinating history in Shakespeare's plays. The adaptations in this well-chosen collection lend themselves beautifully to cross-curricular connections among social studies, reading, language arts, music, and art. It is hard to imagine a better way to hook young students on Shakespeare than by having them read and act in these delightful versions of the Bard's work. --Elizabeth Ester, North Shore Country Day School, Winnetka, Illinois

Ms. Weinstein's book is a must for every creative elementary classroom. She gives you all the tools you need to build a beautiful production of six different Shakespearean classics including comedy (A Midsummer Night's Dream, Twelfth Night, The Tempest), tragedy (Macbeth, Romeo and Juliet), and history (King Henry IV, Part I). The book provides a detailed blueprint that includes a synopsis and ideas for music, props, backdrops, and costumes, as well as a hard-to-find pronunciation key for each character. A great gift for teachers that will benefit their students forever. --Ronald Bell, Artistic Director, Syracuse

• Rank: #216451 in Books
• Brand: Smith & Kraus
• Published on: 2008-08-15
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: 10.77" h x 8.38" w x .49" l, 1.31 pounds
• Binding: Paperback
• 240 pages

Unnaturally Green

Unnaturally Green
Felicia Ricci (Author)
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In January of 2010, a wide-eyed English grad went from peddling software in NYC to understudying the lead role in WICKED the musical -- her first professional theater gig (ever). UNNATURALLY GREEN is the humorous account of the entire journey, from her pit-stain-filled audition to the bittersweet closing night.

Author Felicia Ricci wears her heart on her sleeve as she tackles the role of Elphaba, WICKED's green-skinned heroine. She leaps countless hurdles, both professional and personal: conquering the "Songs of Death," weathering a trans-continental "Week I Didn't Poop," enduring the artistic limbo of understudying, and -- worst of all! -- meeting the man of her dreams. And all the while learning, time and again, what it means to be "green."

Hop into the mind of an over-sharer as she discovers Broadway's Man Behind the Curtain -- and the thrill and terror of personal growth.

Recommended ages: 14 through 99.

• Rank: #49265 in eBooks
• Published on: 2012-03-11
• Released on: 2012-03-11
• Format: Kindle eBook
• Number of items: 1

A Shakespeare Coloring Book

A Shakespeare Coloring Book
Bellerophon Books (Author)
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Book Details:

• Format: Paperback
• Publication Date: 9/1/1985
• Reading Level: Age 9 and Up

• Rank: #65494 in Books
• Brand: Bellerophon Books
• Published on: 1985-09-01
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: 10.98" h x .24" w x 8.54" l, .40 pounds
• Binding: Paperback

Thomas and Friends: Henry and the Elephant (Thomas & Friends) (Step into Reading)

Thomas and Friends: Henry and the Elephant (Thomas & Friends) (Step into Reading)
Rev. W. Awdry (Author), Richard Courtney (Illustrator)
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The engines are very excited when the circus comes to Sodor. Everyone wants to pull the special freight cars and coaches. Henry carefully pushes an empty truck into the dark tunnel to clear the track. Imagine his surprise when something starts to push back!

• Rank: #156674 in Books
• Brand: Random House Books for Young Readers
• Published on: 2007-01-23
• Released on: 2007-01-23
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: 9.00" h x .13" w x 9.00" l, .16 pounds
• Binding: Paperback
• 32 pages

Good Brother, Bad Brother: The Story of Edwin Booth and John Wilkes Booth

Good Brother, Bad Brother: The Story of Edwin Booth and John Wilkes Booth
James Cross Giblin (Author)
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Edwin Booth and his younger brother John Wilkes Booth were, in many ways, two of a kind. They were among America’s finest actors, having inherited their father’s commanding stage presence along with his penchant for alcohol and impulsive behavior. In other respects, the two brothers were very different. Edwin was more introspective, while John was known for his passionate intensity. They stood at opposite poles politically, as well: Edwin voted for Abraham Lincoln; John was an ardent advocate of the Confederacy.

Award-winning author James Cross Giblin draws on first-hand accounts of family members, friends, and colleagues to create vivid images of Edwin Booth and his brother John Wilkes, best known today as the man who shot Abraham Lincoln. He traces the events leading up to the assassination and describes the effects of John Wilkes’s infamous deed on himself, his family, and his country. Comprehensive and compelling, this dual portrait illuminates a dark and tragic moment in the nation’s history and explores the complex legacy of two leading menAone revered, the other abhorred. Notes, bibliography, index.

• Rank: #38804 in Books
• Brand: Clarion Books
• Published on: 2005-05-23
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: .84" h x 7.66" w x 10.42" l, 2.02 pounds
• Binding: Hardcover
• 256 pages

Break a Leg!: The Kid's Guide to Acting and Stagecraft

Break a Leg!: The Kid's Guide to Acting and Stagecraft
Lise Friedman (Author), Mary Dowdle (Author), Julia Stiles (Foreword)
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A complete drama course for kids in a book. BREAK A LEG! teaches budding thespians everything they need to know about stagecraft and the production of performances, in home or out. Illustrated throughout with informative how-to and candid shots of young working actors, BREAK A LEG! is as comprehensive as it is high-spirited. There are sections on body preparation, including warm-ups, stretches, and breathing exercises. Theater games, improv, miming, and other fun ways to develop technique. Important acting skills, such as voice projection, crying on command, learning accents, and staging falls and fights without getting hurt. Theperformance: analyzing scripts, building a character, what to expect from rehearsals, and overcoming stagefright. A backstage look at blocking, lighting, and other technical aspects of theater production. And for the fun of costumes and make-up, a 16-page color insert. In addition, it covers legends and lore (Why is Macbeth cursed? Why do we say "break a leg"?) and offers dozens of must-see movie recommendations. Plus, for the ambitious, talented, and just plain curious, there's advice on how to make a career of it all, with tips on agents and auditions and getting jobs in theater, film, TV, and radio.

• Rank: #137920 in Books
• Published on: 2002-12-31
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: 9.25" h x .63" w x 7.48" l, 1.13 pounds
• Binding: Paperback
• 256 pages

A Child's Portrait of Shakespeare (Shakespeare Can Be Fun series)

A Child's Portrait of Shakespeare (Shakespeare Can Be Fun series)
Lois Burdett (Author)
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"Who is William Shakespeare?" For more than 20 years, Lois Burdett has asked that question of her elementary school students in Stratford, Ontario, Canada, leading them on a voyage of discovery that brings the Bard to life for boys and girls ages seven and up.

A Child's Portrait of Shakespeare, written in rhyming couplets is suitable for staging as class plays as well as reading aloud.

• Rank: #449367 in Books
• Brand: Firefly Books
• Model: FBA-|285567
• Published on: 1995-08-01
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: 9.06" h x .16" w x 7.87" l, .40 pounds
• Binding: Paperback
• 64 pages

You're On!: Seven Plays in English and Spanish (Spanish and English Edition)

You're On!: Seven Plays in English and Spanish (Spanish and English Edition)
Lori Marie Carlson (Compiler)
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Plays by distinguished authors Oscar Hijuelos, Gary Soto, Federico Garcma Lorca, Pura Belpri, Elena Castedo, Alfonsina Storni, and Denise Ruiz are featured in this impressive collection. The plays appear in both English and Spanish, and can be used by those who are learning either language. The selections are diverse: Some plays are short and simple, some more complex; some are humorous, some poignant. There's a play for everyone in this varied collection.

• Rank: #352523 in Books
• Published on: 1999-10-27
• Released on: 1999-10-27
• Original language: Spanish
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Hardcover
• 139 pages

Great Scenes from Shakespeare's Plays (Dover Classic Stories Coloring Book)

Great Scenes from Shakespeare's Plays (Dover Classic Stories Coloring Book)
John Green (Author), Paul Negri (Author)
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This unique collection of imaginative illustrations entices colorists of all ages to apply their skills to well-known vignettes from Hamlet, King Lear, Macbeth, Romeo and Juliet, Othello, Julius Caesar, and 15 other popular plays. Summaries of the plays, selections from the appropriate text, and captions accompany the illustrations. 30 black-and-white illustrations.

• Rank: #684040 in Books
• Brand: Dover Publications
• Model: FBA-|285795
• Published on: 2000-06-13
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: 10.79" h x .24" w x 8.23" l, .55 pounds
• Binding: Paperback
• 32 pages

Magnificent Monologues for Kids 2: More Kids' Monologues for Every Occasion! (Hollywood 101)

Magnificent Monologues for Kids 2: More Kids' Monologues for Every Occasion! (Hollywood 101)
Chambers Stevens (Author), Renee Rolle-Whatley (Editor), Andy Fickman (Foreword)
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Teachers and young actors know its hard to find monologues that are written for kids, monologues that let kids express a range of emotions that are real, age-appropriate, and contemporary. Magnificent Monologues for Kids provides 6-12 year-olds with comedic and dramatic monologues, all 100% kid tested, all age appropriate. Chambers’ monologues are fun, 30 seconds-2 minutes, and contemporary, with kid-friendly themes that promote study and preparation for auditions, competitions and talent shows. 50 original monologues are included for practice. A glossary of industry terms and bibliography/study-guide of must-see TV performances by child actors are also included to help kids improve style and technique. Andy Fickman, award-winning director of Disney’s Race to Witch Mountain, forewords the book. Chambers also includes a thorough list of helpful hints for having great auditions, and giving strong presentations every time. Chambers is LA's premiere kids and teens acting coach. This book has been awarded the prestigious Finalist Gold Award from the 2009 Next Generation Indie Book Awards for Children's/Juvenile Non-fiction.

• Rank: #107744 in Books
• Brand: Sandcastle Pub
• Published on: 2009-01-08
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: .20" h x 5.40" w x 8.20" l, .30 pounds
• Binding: Paperback
• 79 pages

Cool Characters for Kids! 71 One-Minute Monologues, Ages 4-12

Cool Characters for Kids! 71 One-Minute Monologues, Ages 4-12
Janet B. Milstein (Author)
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WARNING: Opening this book may cause you to become a famous movie star, adored by millions of fans and forced to sign autographs for the rest of your life! The curtain goes up, the spotlight is shining, and the stage is yours! The audience is waiting to be dazzled by the stars of tomorrow -- and you could be one of them! Never before have talented, young actors been in such demand. Agents, directors, and managers are looking for something unique, something special. The characters in this book were created to showcase your talent and let your personality shine. They think like you, talk like you, and care about the things that you do. Inside you will find 71 monologues, one-minute and under, that will make any audience sit up and listen, laugh, cry, or even cheer. Your performance is sure to be real, original, and unforgettable. And because the monologues are short, they're perfect for auditions and easy to memorize. Whether you're 4 or 12, short or tall, silly or spunky, this book is for you! Within these pages you'll find exactly what you need - a fantastic source for drama and speech teachers, and leaders of creative classroom activities. Cool Characters for Kids - monologues that are hot for kids that are cool!

• Rank: #77024 in Books
• Brand: Smith & Kraus
• Published on: 2002-04
• Original language: English
• Dimensions: 7.87" h x 4.92" w x .0" l, .25 pounds
• Binding: Paperback
• 78 pages

Twelfth Night : For Kids (Shakespeare Can Be Fun series)

Twelfth Night : For Kids (Shakespeare Can Be Fun series)
Lois Burdett (Author), Christine Coburn (Author)
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"Who is William Shakespeare?" For more than 20 years, Lois Burdett has asked that question of her elementary school students in Stratford, Ontario, Canada, leading them on a voyage of discovery that brings the Bard to life for boys and girls ages seven and up.

Twelfth Night for Kids, written in rhyming couplets is suitable for staging as class plays as well as reading aloud.

• Rank: #197811 in Books
• Brand: Firefly Books
• Model: FBA-|285566
• Published on: 1994-01-01
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Dimensions: 9.06" h x .24" w x 7.87" l, .25 pounds
• Binding: Paperback
• 40 pages