KS3 Drama: Dramatic Techniques Complete Unit (6 Lessons) – Freeze Frame, Thought Tracking & More!

A complete KS3 Drama unit introducing the essential dramatic techniques for performance and devising.
Perfect for Year 7–8, cover lessons, non-specialists, new teachers, or anyone wanting a ready-to-teach, practical unit with clear structure and strong learning progression.

This pack teaches students the most important dramatic techniques used across KS3, KS4, and GCSE:
Freeze Frame • Thought Tracking • Marking the Moment • Split Scene / Cross-Cutting • Flashback / Flashforward • Slow Motion • Narration

What’s Included:

1. Slide PowerPoint

✔ Clear definitions
✔ Step-by-step practical tasks
✔ Simple examples
✔ “Try It” instructions for each technique
✔ Consistent, student-friendly language
✔ Designed for active, practical lessons

1. Full Student Workbook (7 Handouts)

✔ One handout for each dramatic technique
✔ Scenarios, prompts & guided steps
✔ Examples for modelling
✔ Creative tasks ready for printing or classroom display
✔ Ideal for student portfolios or assessment evidence

1. Complete Teacher Pacing Guide & Unit Map

✔ 4–6 lesson scheme (flexible timing)
✔ Detailed lesson flow for every session
✔ Starters, modelling, activities & reflections
✔ Teacher notes, hooks & practical tips
✔ Optional assessment lesson included
✔ Skills progression table
✔ Homework menu
✔ End-of-unit learning check