Basic Drama Skills Scheme of Work

6 Drama Lesson Plans for Year 7 (Ages 11-12yrs)

This unit of work introduces students to the key structural skills and forms that are necessary to undertake Drama effectively. It develops them across the key stage and equips them for GSCE Drama. They will also develop their ability to perform group work, independent learning and creative writing as well as their ability to evaluate their own work and that of others.

Each lesson plan has clearly stated objectives and learning outcomes. They are structured to include introductory warm up, development and plenary sessions. A homework task is also included.

*Update*A desk-based cover lesson is now included in the package based on a 2 page handout. The aim is to provide thematic continuity in the event of drama teacher absence.

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This scheme of work contains 6 drama lesson plans.

Lesson 1: Introducing Mime

Introduces the basic skills needed to perform drama using the activities ‘Leader of the Orchestra’ and ‘King of Silence’.
Lesson 2: Creating The Perfect Frozen Picture

How to interpret key moments in a story using the tale of ‘The Old Family Coach’.
Lesson 3: Stereotypes And Creating A Character

Physical and vocal character development using the ‘The Old Ford Escort Song’.
Lesson 4: Creating A Basic Split Scene

Devising split-scene routines and listening skills through the activity ‘Shopping Lists’.
Lesson 5: Teacher In Role and Pupil In Role

Develop improvisation, questioning and answering skills with the activity ‘Cops and Robbers’.
Lesson 6: Assessment Lesson

Understanding mood and atmosphere, with groups devising and performing a soundscape to the class.