YEAR 9 DRAMA SCHEME - Anne Frank's Diary 2

The second of two detailed schemes of work based on the study of Anne Frank's diary. Here, 6 lessons cover; Objectives, Starters, Introductions, Drama Development, Plenaries and homework. Indented to be taught from the scheme; no additional lesson plans are necessary. All resources are included (SCHEME 1 covers the previous 6 lessons - also available on TES).

The scheme allows for the study of sections of text from Anne Frank’s diary. Students should develop empathy for Anne’s situation at the same time building a knowledge of World War II and the horrific acts of genocide. Hopefully this scheme will address the issue of prejudice in a way which will allow all students to question their own behaviour and opinions in an attempt to minimise acts of prejudice in your classroom and your school.

Drama Learning Outcomes:
The students will concentrate on using space constraints and Spectra of Theatre (Light/Dark, Noise/Silence) in order to create dramatic atmosphere and represent the element of fear.

Speaking & Listening Range.
Group and class discussion, reporting back on small group work;
• Exploration and hypothesis
• Consideration of ideas
• Debate and persuasion
• Development of thought and analysis
• Presentation of drama to audience(s)
• Attentive listening
• Groups participation, improvement of communication skills
• Evaluation of language use (both verbal and non verbal)
• Judge appropriate detail
• Adapt speech and performance for the listener
• Sift, summarise and use salient points
• Consider different opinions
• Use persuasive argument(s)
• Negotiate consensus
• Consider choice
• Effectiveness of expression
• Listen and respond

Reading Range.
Reading materials, researching the problem, prejudice, genocide, family support. Using library, internet and discussing issues and ideas in small groups and as a whole class;
• Using language in a rich, diverse and imaginative way
• Extending moral and emotional understanding
• Build perspectives on society and community
• Analysis and discussion
• Extraction of salient points
• Articulation of informed personal opinions (using drama and discussion)
• Responding to the opinions of others
• Distinguishing between opinions and attitudes
• Selecting information

Writing Range.
A range of writing styles including collaborative note making, diary entries and developing and analysing character;
• Informing others through description
• Developing character understanding
• Using emotive language
• Development of thought through review and analysis
• Analysis of own writing
• Using own writing to inform drama
• Expression of ideas (in a variety of ways)
• Improving spelling, punctuation and grammar