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= = **Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be an author of a story or a play? Well, you're going to get that chance in this Reader's Theater Wiki!**
 * You're probably wondering what is meant by Reader's Theater? Reader's Theater is an oral interpretation of a story presented as a mini-theater production. Students read a story (e.g., fable, fairy tale, or other story) and then write a "script" that is written in a "play" format, based on the story. After writing a script (or using a ready-made script), students rehearse and then act it out.**


 * Reader's Theater is designed to generate interest in literature and reading. The best part about Reader's Theater is that you don't have to memorize a script (you get to hold the script in your hand!) and no costumes are needed. So there's no need to be nervous; just have fun!**


 * As you participate in this WebQuest, think about the similarities and differences between writing a story for a book and writing a script for Reader's Theater. What skills and talents do you think are needed to participate in a Reader's Theater experience?**

Wiki Based on Webquests "Reader's Theater Webquest" by Shonya Marchant, Jackling Elementary and "Scary Stories: A Fictional Narrative Look" by Alyson L. Knapper, Edison Middle School