August 2004     Vol.5 Issue 8

Suggested lesson plan for "Overnight
play practice is part of job"

Possible hard words: Proper names: Muny, Breakfast at Tiffany's, Jimmy McEvoy, Alexandra Petrullo, Amaryllis, Winthrop
Other words: rehearsal, dismantled, chaotic, memorized, choreography

BEFORE READING: To acquaint the young reader with the vocabulary and names in the article, have him or her read the list of possible hard words. Then ask the child to read the article aloud to you and be ready to discuss it afterward.

DURING READING: Supply any words that seem to be impeding fluency.

AFTER READING: Use questions such as the following to check understanding of the article and to stimulate discussion.

1. Why is it necessary to have night rehearsals?
2. How do the cast members know when to report for rehearsal?
3. What did Jimmy think was the hardest part of rehearsals?
4. Would you like to be in a play? Why or why not?