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Playscript sets
Set of story play books for Foundation Stage, Key Stage 1 and 2.
How it works
The titles are available in sets of 7.
A box consists of about 20 books. You can mix and match with:
- other topics
- guided reading sets
- reading for pleasure themes
Some of these play sets sell out fast so order as soon as you can. Try to have a second preference available in case you miss out.
How to order a set
To order a box you can either:
- email the Library Services for Schools team
- order online
Library Services for Schools team
Email: library.servicesforschools@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk
Key Stage 1 titles
You can choose from any of these titles.
Historical story plays
The Great Fire of London - by Tom and Tony Bradman
When Will Farriner wakes to the sound of crackling flames and the smell of smoke, he knows something is terribly wrong! Speaking parts for 10 people plus extras - suitable for a whole class.
The Gunpowder Plot by Tom and Tony Bradman
When Cecil the spymaster and his assistant, Jack, learn of a new plot to kill the king, they are determined to catch the plotters in the act. Speaking parts for 10 people plus extras.
Story plays
These are based on traditional tales or well known stories. A copy of the original story will be included with the play set where available.
What the Ladybird Heard by Julia Donaldson
Stage your very own What the Ladybird Heard play and bring the farmyard to life! The play book includes a complete play script, tips for bringing the play to life, how to make a ladybird finger pup-pet, activities, character mask templates.
The Gruffalo by Julia Donaldson
Stage a Gruffalo play of your very own and bring the deep dark wood to life! The play book includes complete play script, tips for staging, how to perform with groups, Gruffalo Play activities, Gruffalo Song.
Tyrannosaurus Drip by Julia Donaldson
Whoever heard of a vegetarian T.Rex?
Tiddler the storytelling fish by Julia Donaldson
Tiddler is a little fish with a BIG imagination! Whatever will he come up with next?
Room on the Broom by Julia Donaldson
Now everyone can join the witch and her cat for a magical adventure with this fun and accessible play script.
The play has been designed with rehearsals and performance in mind, with a clear layout and colour coding for each character, perfect for helping children to follow their lines and join in the action. The book also contains a hints and tips section, which includes helpful advice on staging the play and ideas for props. There are also ideas for themed Room on the Broom activities.
Why Monkeys Swing in the Trees by Claudia Lloyd
Join the mischievous monkeys for a gloriously colourful Tinga Tinga Tale. Why Monkeys Swing in the Trees... well, wouldn’t you if you tricked Crocodile out of a hearty meal?
There’s an Ouch in my Pouch by Jeanne Willis
Willaby Wallaby is not happy. There’s an OUCH in the pouch and it’s making him grouch! So off he hops to the Blue Billabong to find a new home…
Foundation Stage titles
You can choose from any of these titles.
The Little Red Hen by Gerald Rose
Little Red Hen has so much work to do. Will she find anyone to help her?
The Billy Goats Gruff by Julia Donaldson
Watch out! The Billy Goats Gruff are crossing the river, but there’s a troll in the water…..
We’re Going on a Bear Hunt V. French from the original by Michael Rosen
A well established classic story of a scary day out for three children, a dad and a baby.
Farmer Duck Vivien French from the original by Martin Waddell
Classic story of a hard working duck and a very lazy farmer.
A New Home for a Pirate by Ronda Armitage
Imagine a pirate who feels seasick all the time. That’s Pirate Jed! Fed up with bobbing around on the rollicking, rolling sea, he decides to pack up his pirate things and heads off in search of a new home.
Other plays
Best Friends by Julia Donaldson
Bird wants a best friend who is really strong! But who is the strongest?
Escape from the Island by Michael Butt
5 friends go out in a small boat in the bay. When a storm hits, they are swept out to sea. They make it to a deserted island, but will they make it home again?
Collections for Foundation Stage, Key Stage 1 and 2 titles
PlayTime Plays by Julia Donaldson
Play Time: Plays for all ages includes eleven fun-to-act short plays for all children to enjoy. Each play comes complete with helpful guidance on target age, running time and cast. Ranging from adaptations of traditional tales (for example, the legend of Persephone and The Three Billy Goats Gruff) to original and contemporary short plays, Julia Donaldson has produced an entertaining, simple, satisfying collection.