Readers Theatre

What is Readers Theatre?

Readers Theater is a dramatic presentation of a written work in a script form
An integrated approach for involving students in reading, writing, listening, and
speaking activities
Readers read from a "script" and reading parts are divided among the readers.
How to use Readers Theatre?
Choose a story that can be divided into parts (such as characters)
Assign reading parts to each child.
Ask students to read their scripts orally for practice.
Have students read assigned parts to the audience.
Read aloud in small groups or as a whole class
Benefits of using Readers Theatre

Develop fluency through repeated exposure to text.

Increase comprehension.
Integrate reading, writing, speaking, listening in an authentic context.
Engage students.
Increase reading motivation.
Create confidence and improve the self-image of students.
Provide a real purpose for reading.
Provide opportunities for cooperative learning.