Monkey Puzzle Drama Pack (SEND/EYFS/Primary) – Script, PowerPoint & Teacher Notes

Bring Julia Donaldson’s Monkey Puzzle to life through a simple, movement-based drama performance designed for SEND, SLD, Primary and Early Years learners.

This 8–10 minute sensory drama uses repetition, music and clear physical actions to support engagement. The pack contains everything you need to run the story as a whole-class performance or as a drama lesson exploring the book.

What’s included:

PowerPoint (PPTX): Story sequence with animal prompts, music cues, chorus lines and movement ideas

Script (DOCX): Clear, repeatable structure for Monkey, Butterfly, Dad and the chorus

Teacher Notes (DOCX): Guidance on delivery, pacing, sensory adaptation and performance tips

Music Cue (DOCX)

Optional Read Me: Simple instructions for quick setup

Perfect for:

SEND / SLD classes

EYFS & KS1 storytelling

Drama lessons

Assemblies and small performances

Sensory story sessions

This resource has been tried and tested with SEND learners and is easy to deliver, even for non-specialists. Simply play the music, encourage the movements, and enjoy the story coming to life.

Created by Anna SEND Drama Teacher.