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Watt, John R. – 1997
This play, intended for middle school and high school students, uses the historical events of the Macartney mission to China from 1792-94 to illustrate the problems that can occur when different cultures interact. The play describes the first major encounter in which government officials representative of the European Enlightenment come face to…
Descriptors: Area Studies, Chinese Culture, Class Activities, Confucianism
Blume, George T. – 1987
This 30 to 40 minute drama for secondary school students takes place in the Pennsylvania State House, Philadelphia, on September 17, 1787, the day the Constitutional Convention ended. James Madison serves as the drama's spokesman. The drama focuses on five major points: (1) the Colonial Confederation's situation at that time, which necessitated…
Descriptors: Acting, Class Activities, Constitutional History, Curriculum Enrichment
Hery, Nancy Duffy – 1996
Drama and role playing are effective ways for teachers, school counselors, and other individuals who work with young people to teach and discuss sensitive issues. The eight plays in this publication are designed to help middle school students develop critical-thinking, problem-solving, and logical decision-making skills. The eight scripts use a…
Descriptors: Alcoholism, Anger, Curriculum Development, Dating (Social)
