In this research, two questions related to arts integration are studied: First, the extent to which sixth and seventh grade students' language arts and mathematics performance, as well as their engagement with school are positively impacted by classroom settings in which theater strategies are integrated into language arts instruction; and second,…

Discusses the advantages of using reader's theatre over other dramatic activities, as well as ways to implement reader's theatre in the classroom. (HTH)

Considers how children can use tableau (a still, silent performance that involves three-dimensional representations) to move beyond language in developing new understandings about life and literature. Documents primary students' planning and variations in their interpretations of tableau based on a picture book. Concludes that theatre helps people…

Suggests ways to use readers theatre programs to teach literature while polishing reading skills. (DD)

Discusses how David Booth's ability to elicit both commitment and authenticity in children's creation of improvised dramas distinguishes him as a teacher. Describes various phases and aspects of a drama lesson given to a group of fourth, fifth, and sixth graders that demonstrate his powerful teaching technique called "story-drama." (JD)

Drama is unique in providing an (inter)active context wherein participants can comprehend and stretch the limits of their day-to-day realities through the embodiment of critical reflection and both rehearsed and improvised action. The purpose of this article is to provide evidence from the authors' work as teachers, drama facilitators, and…