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K–12 Standards

Theatre Arts: Grade 3

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Creative Process

  • 1

    The student will construct and improvise individual and group performances in response to prompts.3.1

  • 2

    The student will identify elements of a creative process for theatre.3.2

Critical Thinking and Communication 

  • 3

    The student will identify distinguishing characteristics of a variety of settings, characters, and plots of theatrical works.3.3

  • 4

    The student will explain personal connections to theatrical works, experiences, or processes.3.4

  • 5

    The student will explain and demonstrate active listening in theatre activities, rehearsal, and performance.3.5

History, Culture, and Citizenship

  • 6

    The student will compare and contrast cultural influences of a variety of theatrical works.3.6

  • 7

    The student will describe reasons that theatre has value to individuals and communities.3.7

  • 8

    The student will identify appropriate use of the Internet when exploring theatre topics and theatrical works.3.8

Innovation in the Arts

  • 9

    The student will investigate and explore various theatre careers and theatre skills for college, career, and lifelong engagement with theatre.3.9

  • 10

    The student will investigate and explain how technology is used in performance and production. 3.10

  • 11

    The student will explain how theatre incorporates skills and concepts learned in other content areas.3.11

Technique and Application 

  • 12

    The student will alter vocal choices and body position to express character traits.3.12

  • 13

    The student will explain why physical and vocal warm ups are important for performers.3.13

  • 14

    The student will identify a rehearsal process to prepare for a performance.3.14

  • 15

    The student will identify creative and technical roles in theatre activities.3.15

  • 16

    The student will identify and explore aspects of technical design (e.g., scenery, costumes, sound, lighting, props).3.16

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