The Magic Tanach and Other Short Plays

Drama is an ideal technique for helping students to internalize Jewish tradition and culture. This collection contains 24 original, fun-filled, action-packed short plays, both serious and witty, for students in Grades 1-12. Through simple, straightforward scripts, students explore holidays, values, and Jewish texts. Engage your students with the Secret World of the Alef-Bet. Uncover the Origin of Rosh Chodesh. Meet the Four Children and the Ushpizim. Journey through history with the aid of the Magic Tanach. Dance and sing with Miriam. Travel with Jonah into the belly of the big fish. Honor the Rabbi who, on his way to Kol Nidre, stopped to help a lost calf. High on humor and imagination, this collection will engage and inspire. Grade levels are suggested for each play, as well as simple props, costumes, and sets. Plays can be used in the classroom or for assemblies, at camp or retreats, or as reader's theater.