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Age range: 3-6

Theme Area: Put on a Play

Related Episode: Four Little Pigs

Subjects/Skills: Dramatic Play; Organizational Skills; Cooperation

Materials Needed:
A favorite story
Dramatic play props (optional)
Paper
Markers

Directions:
As a family, work together to put on a play of your favorite story. Ask your child to create a list of stories that the family can choose from.

Let your child tell the family the story choices. Then have family members decide which play to perform. If there are disagreements, encourage your child to think of ways to resolve the conflicts.

Write a list of characters on a sheet of paper. Gather family members together. Have your child help to cast the play. He should ask family members which part they would like to play, and offer suggestions for resolving problems if two people want the same part.

Read or tell the story aloud before you perform the play. If you like, you can distribute dramatic play props such as hats, old shirts, etc. to help the actors get into character.

When everyone is familiar with their roles, tell them that it is time to perform the play. You can act as the narrator. When you're finished, give yourselves a round of applause!

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