Plays
2nd Grade Research and Inquiry Resources
Objectives
• Children will use the Internet to do research and inquiry on plays.
• Children will learn more about how to put on a play.
• Children will read a play online. They will then make a list of props they would need for the play.
Description
The site is presented by PBSkids. The site offers educational activities and information on a wide range of subjects. It also provides resources for parents and teachers.
Suggested Activities
• Have children decide on props for the play. Then have children rehearse.
• Have children act out Goldilocks and the Three Bears: An Ubbi Dubbi Fairy Tale in class.
Level Activities
• Have children connect to http://www.kids-space.org/HPT/1a/11a.html. Then have children:
Follow the instructions to create a short play. Then have children print out their play.
Read their plays in small groups.
Perform one or several of their plays for the class.