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Explore the true meaning of inclusivity this season with Beyond Santa Claus by Virginia Miller McDonough. This poignant contemporary script asks a powerful question: What if you don’t celebrate Christmas? In just 10 minutes, this one-act play follows three characters as they navigate the complexities of the holiday season from a non-traditional perspective. As one of our most impactful play scripts for students, it serves as a brilliant springboard for classroom discussions regarding tolerance, empathy, and cultural diversity. Whether you are looking for plays for schools that challenge the status quo or a simple, script-based activity to foster belonging, this play offers a modern and respectful look at our multicultural world.
For educators, finding a holiday play that doesn't focus solely on traditional festivities can be a challenge. Beyond Santa Claus provides the perfect solution by centering the voices of those who often feel left out of the December narrative. It helps students understand the importance of accepting and celebrating differences, turning a simple performance into a lesson on global citizenship. By performing this piece, your students will learn that the greatest gift of the season is mutual respect and understanding for all religions and cultures.
Bring American history to the stage with this powerful biographical drama. Ideal for plays for schools and history curriculums, this script chronicles the inspirational life of Shirley Chisholm (1924-2005). As the first Black woman elected to the U.S. Congress, Chisholm was a trailblazer who fought tirelessly for the rights of women and minorities. This production offers a unique opportunity to combine arts education with civics, making it a standout choice for your next school assembly or drama production. Purchase this script today!
Historical Accuracy: Based on real events, providing a genuine educational experience.
Large Ensemble Cast: Flexible casting allows for maximum student participation.
Strong Female Lead: Offers a challenging and rewarding role for a young actress.
Cross-Curricular Value: Perfect for combining Drama, English, and History lessons.
Finding high-quality educational theatre that resonates with young actors can be difficult, but this script bridges the gap between entertainment and learning. By engaging with these play scripts for students, your cast will step into the shoes of a political icon, learning valuable lessons about resilience, integrity, and the power of a single voice. It provides a safe, constructive way to discuss important topics like civil rights and representation in the classroom. Empower your students with a story that matters. Order yours from Plays Magazine today!
Grade Level: Upper and Middle Grades
Cast Size: 11 female, 7 male, and 20+ non-speaking roles (flexible)
Run Time: 30 minutes
Genre: Biographical Drama / History
Middle Grades; 2 female; 15 minutes. An explanation of Tourette’s Syndrome and the problems of understanding differences as told through the conversation of the new girl at school and the popular “Queen of the Playground.”
Upper and Middle Grades; 7 male, 4 female, 25 male or female; 30 minutes. The inspiring story of Detroit-born Ralph Bunche (1904-1971), the first African-American to receive the Nobel Peace Prize (1950) for his work with the United Nations to help create a cease-fire in the Middle East.
Experience the beauty of cultural exchange with Davita’s Hanukkah by Renee C. Rebman. This touching one-act play follows a group of students who celebrate Christmas as they gain a fresh, meaningful perspective on holiday customs from Davita, the new Jewish girl in town. As one of our most popular plays for middle school, it explores themes of friendship, inclusion, and the history behind the Festival of Lights. This script is an essential resource for teachers looking to diversify their seasonal performances while keeping students engaged with relatable characters and dialogue. It’s a perfect fit for any winter assembly or drama classroom seeking to foster understanding.
Finding meaningful holiday plays that go beyond the standard tropes can be difficult for educators. Davita’s Hanukkah bridges that gap by offering a story that is as educational as it is entertaining, making it a standout choice among play scripts for students. It provides a natural way for kids to discuss different traditions and the common threads that connect us all during the holiday season. By choosing this script, you are providing your students with a performance opportunity that builds character both on and off the stage.
Uncover a fascinating, "maybe true, maybe not" historical tale with The Pie That Changed History by Maureen Crane Wartski! This engaging play script for students tells the story of a pioneering couple who baked their way onto a wagon train to Oregon, driven by a dream of opening a school where Native people and settlers could learn together in peace. Later, their children played a vital role in the 1850s Underground Railroad in Kansas. This thought-provoking script is a perfect addition to your collection of play scripts for children and a valuable resource for school plays, offering rich historical context and inspiring messages of unity and courage. Bring this unique slice of history to your stage! Order yours today!
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Explores themes of peace, education, and social justice
Offers a unique perspective on American history
Features a compelling, inspiring storyline
Suitable for middle and lower grades
Great for classroom discussions and historical productions
Middle Grades; 10 female, 8 male, 9 male or female; 40 minutes. An appreciation of Kwanzaa comes to a girl who tries to boycott her family's celebration because she's in a snit; mad about something she can't even remember!
Middle and Lower Grades; 5 male, 5 female, plus many extras; mid-1800s; 25 minutes. A young girl invited to a "Bloomer" picnic—an unheard-of event for women to wear pants!—stands up for her beliefs in women's rights and freedom of expression.
Middle Grades; 5 female; 4 male; 25 minutes. Stacey learns about purpose, ethics, and the rewards of hard work when she writes a report about "lesser known" Black achievers for a Kwanzaa contest. Discussion questions at the end include the seven principles of Kwanzaa.
Middle Grades; 5 male, 7 female, 6 male or female; 20 minutes. A family finds a hidden room under their stairway and learns that their house had been a station on the Underground Railroad.
Upper and Middle Grades; 12 male, 6 female, and male and female extras. 35 minutes. A story of the struggle and heroes of the civil rights movement of the 1950s and 60s, with reference to the basics of human dignity: riding a bus, using the restroom, eating in a restaurant, and going to school.
Upper & Middle Grades; 13 female, 3 male; 35 minutes. A large-cast play that tells part of the story of Japanese-American internment camps created in World War II, through the eyes of a high school girl who was sent off and her best friend, who stayed behind.
Middle Grades. 8 actors: 5 male, 2 female, 1 male/female. 25 minutes. Set during the Revolutionary War, a young woman volunteers to carry the General’s message through Redcoat territory, in a dangerous mission no one could imagine a woman could carry out.
Upper & Middle Grades; 10 female, 9 male; 30 minutes. America's first female investigative reporter set the standard for the best in newspaper journalism.
Middle Grades; 5 female; 1 male; 15 minutes.Trick-or-treaters let their imaginations run wild when they knock on the door of a newcomer to town.
Bring a touch of magic and laughter to your stage with The Talking Burro by Barbara Winther! This delightful one-act play for young performers tells the enchanting tale of a poor peasant boy whose life is transformed when he acquires a burro that can not only talk but also grant wishes. Full of charm and humor, this script is an excellent choice among play scripts for children and plays for students, providing a whimsical adventure perfect for school plays and youth theatre. Discover the joy of this unique folk tale! Order yours today!
Charming one-act play with a magical theme
Simple staging and appealing characters
Promotes imagination and storytelling
Great for introducing young actors to classic folk tale structures
Ideal for elementary and middle school productions
Imagine the wonder and delight on your audience's faces as they watch a burro come to life with magical abilities, all brought to the stage by your talented students! This play offers a fantastic opportunity for young actors to explore comedic timing, whimsical characters, and the timeless appeal of a good folk tale. It’s more than just a script; it’s a chance to create a lighthearted and memorable performance that sparks imagination and brings a smile to everyone's face. Let your students bring this charming story to life. Order your script from Plays Magazine today!
Middle & Lower Grades: 6 actors: male/female; 10 minutes. Animals meet in the desert and learn to respect their differences, without asking each other to change the way they are.
Middle Grades. 5 actors: 3 male, 2 female; 20 minutes. Prelude to Thanksgiving: A Pilgrim family and a Native American connect in friendship, thanks to a young girl’s generosity and spirit of diversity.
Middle & Lower Grades. 11 actors: 7 female, 4 male; 15 minutes. Feisty young girl realizes—after all—that there’s a reason to give thanks.
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