Introduction: what is theatre/drama-in-education? -- Getting started -- Teacher theatrics -- The dramatic formula -- Step-by-step story dramas -- Further suggestions for story dramas -- How to write your own story drama.
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Summary
Introducing drama to the learning experience is guaranteed to enrich a child's development, and is an especially effective approach for children with special educational needs, including those with autism spectrum disorders. This practical handbook offers teachers an array of simple and easy-to-implement theatrical techniques that will enhance students' learning and encourage artistic expression. The author demonstrates how dramatic play doesn't have to be restricted to drama lessons and can be applied to a diverse range of school subjects and recreational settings. 'The Little Red Hen', for e.