Fairy Tales Scheme of Work

6 Drama Lesson Plans for Year 8 (Ages 12-13yrs)

This scheme of work covers the popular topic of fairy tales, with students learning the types of characters and key elements that typify the genre. The students apply their creative skills and develop a fairy tale of their own to dramatise. A number of dramatic forms are used throughout the scheme including Mantle of the Expert, Essence Machines and Voices in the Head.

This scheme of work includes two fairy tales (Little Red Riding Hood and The Fox and the Wolf) and the wonderful poem 'The Dreadful Story of Pauline and the Matches'.

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.

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This scheme of work contains 6 drama lesson plans.

Lesson 1: Storytelling

Students are introduced to the genre and try to remember what it felt like to be told a fairy tale. They devise a scene where they interview a fairy tale character about the good old days.
Lesson 2: Little Red Riding Hood

Practical work on the classic story viewed from different characters using Voices in the Head and a whole class tableau. A wolf mask is included!
Lesson 3: The Fox and The Wolf

Angel/Devil and physical theatre techniques are used to dramatise the story, bringing the tale to life and making it engaging for a young audience.
Lesson 4: Pauline and The Matches

The poem is represented by an Essence Machine. Small groups develop this further, learning how to integrate a well timed dramatic pause.
Lesson 5: Devising the Assessment

Students devise and rehearse their own fairy tale, including key fairy tale elements, using selected drama skills.
Lesson 6: Assessment

The assessment piece is performed for the class who provide positive pieces of feedback, with the teacher providing further feedback and grading the performance.