Drama
Many lessons will be driven by the play the teacher chooses to teach: read alouds, shared readings, literature circles, dialogue, comprehension.  This template only intends to serve as a list of topics that should be covered in the unit, as directed by the standards. 

      Week 1	SWBAT define drama
SWBAT identify the elements of a drama: character, plot, setting, stage direction, dialogue, monologue, script, antagonist, protagonist, tragic flaw, etc

Week 2
	SWBAT read and story map examples of short dramas
SWBAT follow a character’s development through a scene or play

Week 3	SWBAT identify tragic flaw
SWBAT observe and evaluate theme 

Week 4	SWBAT create a setting for a dramatic scene
SWBAT create an original script containing monologue, dialogue, and stage directions

Week 5	SWBAT brainstorm create and edit a creative response to literature in a group project

Assessment	SWBAT brainstorm, create, and edit a creative response to literature group project (scene performance, scene rewrite, newspaper)

Possible Texts	Romeo and Juliet, Short Plays and Scenes for Teenagers, Monster 

		
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