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Developing the IB PYP Approaches to Learning Skills with Drama
Drama! It brings out the risk taker in many and inspires Oscar-worthy acting in others. It really is one of my favourite activities in the classroom that incorporates so many skills, which is why I wanted to share some ideas with you regarding using drama with your class. Perfect for any IB PYP theme, especially How We Express Ourselves, it can be incorporated into all subject areas quite seamlessly, not to mention a fabulous way to enhance an Exhibition presentation.
The IB PYP Approaches to Learning Skills are grouped into five areas of skills that we use in our daily journey of learning – Thinking, Communication, Social, Self Management and Research. I have found that when I throw some drama into the mix of my plans, things really start to spice up when it comes to those skills.
How The Skills Link With Drama
If you think about what is required within drama, particularly with some form of script, you’ll find that all of the Approaches to...
