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Which subject	Drama
What topic	pantomime
What length (min)	30
What age group	Year or Grade 7
Class size	20
What curriculum
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Add group activities
Include homework
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Number of slides	5
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Lesson plan

Lesson Plan: Pantomime in Drama

Subject

Drama

Topic

Pantomime

Grade/Age Group

Grade 7

Duration

30 minutes

Class Size

20 students

Objectives

Understand the concept of pantomime and its significance in drama.
Develop non-verbal communication skills through expressive body language.
Encourage teamwork and creativity in performing pantomime scenarios.
Cultivate an appreciation for theatrical forms without dialogue.

Materials

Space for performance (e.g., classroom with cleared area or stage)
Pantomime scenario cards (prepared scenarios for group performance)
Optional: Props (optional for advanced creativity)

Lesson Structure

Step Number	Step Title	Length (mins)	Details
1	Introduction to Pantomime	5	Briefly explain what pantomime is and its history. Share examples of famous pantomime acts.
2	Warm-up Exercises	5	Conduct warm-up activities focused on body movement, facial expressions, and improvisation.
3	Group Formation	2	Divide students into small groups of 4-5 for the next activity.
4	Scenario Assignment	3	Distribute scenario cards to each group, outlining a situation to be expressed through pantomime.
5	Rehearsal	10	Allow groups time to rehearse their pantomime scenarios, encouraging creativity and teamwork.
6	Group Performances	3	Each group presents their pantomime to the class without verbal instructions or dialogue.
7	Reflection and Feedback	2	Facilitate a class discussion. Invite students to share what they observed and learned from each performance.
8	Homework Assignment	0	Assign students to create their own pantomime scenario at home, which they will write about but not perform.

Assessment

Informal observation during group work and performances.
Feedback based on participation, creativity, and collaboration.
Check homework by reviewing written scenarios in the next class without presentations.

Homework

Students will write a brief description of their own pantomime scenario, including the situation, characters, and actions without dialogue, to be submitted in the next class.

National Curriculum Alignment

This lesson aligns with the national drama curriculum by promoting understanding of non-verbal communication and encouraging imaginative expression through group collaboration and performance arts.