Assuming no prior knowledge or experience of drama teaching, Brian WoollandsTeaching Primary Drama offers a comprehensive introduction to the teaching of drama in the primary school, and focuses on current initiatives in primary education including the primary literacy strategy.
The text is an invaluable resource for any teacher wishing to adopt a creative approach to teaching in their classroom. It offers guidance on different drama methods, and each practical idea translates to all areas of the curriculum.
[Teaching Primary Drama] is written in simple terms, uncluttered by references, is refreshingly straightforward and succinct and does not fall into the trap of making a complex subject sound complex; a trait of some texts which can push non-specialists away.Amanda Kipling, London Drama Magazine, Summer 2010 issue.
Introduction: 'I don't know what it is, but it's tickly'
Part 1 Drama in practice
Chapter 1 Starting points
Chapter 2 Working methods
Chapter 3 Organisation and development
Chapter 4 Drama with children in the early years
Part 2 Drama in an integrated curriculum
Chapter 5 Drama in an integrated curriculum
Part 3 Planning and assessment
Chapter 6 Planning and assessment
Part 4 Extended examples
Chapter 7 Cinderella: Reception classess and Years 1-2
Chapter 8 The Tunnel: Years 2-3
Chapter 9 Children's Games: Years 3-4
Chapter 10 Keeper of the Keys: Years 3-6
Chapter 11 Whale Island: Years 4-6
Chapter 12 The Deserter: Yeahs 4-6
Chapter 13 The Coming of the Railway: Years 5-6
Part 5 Resources
Chapter 14 Resources
