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PBS

Pbs Learning Media: A Race to Motherboard

For Students 6th - 8th
In this video from Cyberchase, the CyberSquad figures out how fast their broom must go so they can reach Motherboard before Wicked.
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Purple Math

Purplemath: "Distance" Word Problems

For Students 9th - 10th
Demonstrates how to set up and solve 'distance' problems using 'distance equals rate times time'.
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American Library Association

American Library Association (Ala): Coretta Scott King Award Winners

For Students 3rd - 8th
The Coretta Scott King Book Award Winners are listed in chronological order from the present back to 1970. The purpose of the award is also explained. Many awards winners also feature a brief synopsis.
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Varsity Tutors

Varsity Tutors: Web English Teacher: Readers' Theatre

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Explore the world of Readers' Theatre with this online resource. This site features guides and scripts.
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Aaron Shepherd

Tips on Scripting by Aaron Shepard

For Students Pre-K - 1st Standards
This tutorial explains the scripting process for reader's theater activities.
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Aaron Shepherd

Savitri, a Tale of Ancient India (Reader's Theater)

For Teachers 9th - 10th
A reader's theater version of a folktale from India has been adapted by children's book author Aaron Shepard from his picture book "Savitri." For ages 9-15, the story's female hero is full of determination, courage, and devotion....
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Aaron Shepherd

The Gifts of Wali Dad, a Tale of India and Pakistan

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
A reader's theater version of a folktale from India and Pakistan adapted by children's book author Aaron Shepard from his picture book "The Gifts of Wali Dad." For 15 players, ages 8-13, it contemplates questions of generosity....
Primary
Aaron Shepherd

Forty Fortunes, a Tale of Iran (Reader's Theater)

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
A reader's theater version of a folktale from Iran for 11 players, ages 8 and up. The performance length is ten minutes. Adapted by children's book author Aaron Shepard from his picture book "Forty Fortunes." You will find links to name...
Primary
Aaron Shepherd

The Magic Brocade, a Tale of China (Reader's Theater)

For Students 9th - 10th
A reader's theater version of a folktale from China for nine players, ages 8-15. It touches on themes related to following one's dreams and the creative process. Adapted by children's book author Aaron Shepard from his picture book "The...
Primary
Aaron Shepherd

The Crystal Heart, a Vietnamese Legend (R's Theater)

For Teachers 9th - 10th
A reader's theater version of a folktale from Vietnam for 13 players, ages 10 and up. Adapted by children's book author Aaron Shepard from his picture book "The Crystal Heart," the themes explored are kindness and false imagining....
Primary
Aaron Shepherd

Monkey Lives! A Superhero Tale of China (R's Theater)

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
A reader's theater version of a folktale from China for six or more players ages ten and up. Adapted by children's book author Aaron Shepard from his short novel "Monkey: A Superhero Tale of China," the performance length is five...
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US Geological Survey

Usgs: Real Time Water Data for the Nation

For Students 9th - 10th
This interactive map of the US allows you to select among numerous streams and rivers to determine their current flow rate.
Primary
Aaron Shepherd

Resthaven, an African Story (Reader's Theater)

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This reader's theater version of a folktale from Africa has been adapted by children's book author Aaron Shepard from "The Ear, the Eye, and the Arm" by Nancy Farmer. For six or more players ages 12-15. Performance length is 10 minutes.
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University of St. Andrews (UK)

University of St. Andrews: School of Divinity: 4 Maccabees

For Students 9th - 10th
Discusses 4 Maccabees in the context of the political climate of the time.
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Other

Therapeutic Recreation Directory

For Students 9th - 10th
Are you interested in exploring a career in therapeutic recreation? Investigate news, jobs, industry resources, and colleges that offer therapeutic recreation resources.
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Other

Strategies for Reading Comprehension:reciprocal Teaching

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st Standards
Use this page to understand the reciprocal teaching strategy that includes the role of the clarifier in student groups.
Primary
Aaron Shepherd

Reader's Theater: "The War Prayer" by Mark Twain

For Students 9th - 10th
Based on Mark Twain's short story, this is a simplified version of the longer tale for 8 or more readers.
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Aaron Shepherd

Aaron Shepard's Reader's Theater Page

For Students 3rd - 8th
If you're looking for a perfect combination of education and fun, here are resources for reader's theater including the acclaimed series of free scripts Reader's Theater Editions'-all from children's author Aaron Shepard.

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