{"product_id":"drama-start-julie-meighan-9781068743344","title":"Drama Start: Christmas Edition: Drama Activities, Movement Stories and Plays for Children","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrama Start: Christmas Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e is a joyful and imaginative collection of \u003cstrong\u003edrama games, action poems, movement stories, and short festive plays\u003c\/strong\u003e created especially for children aged 3+. Brimming with seasonal sparkle, this book invites children to step into the magical world of \u003cstrong\u003eelves, reindeer, snowflakes, stars, and Santa Claus\u003c\/strong\u003e, bringing the wonder of Christmas to life through drama and play.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesigned with busy educators, facilitators, and parents in mind, this resource is perfect for \u003cstrong\u003eearly years and primary classrooms, after-school clubs, holiday workshops, or home use\u003c\/strong\u003e. The activities are \u003cstrong\u003eeasy to follow, require little to no preparation, and need only minimal resources\u003c\/strong\u003e. From \u003cstrong\u003elively warm-ups\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003efestive listening games\u003c\/strong\u003e to \u003cstrong\u003ecreative movement stories\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eready-to-use Christmas plays\u003c\/strong\u003e, each section is filled with ideas that spark imagination, encourage expressive communication, and nurture social skills.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe book is \u003cstrong\u003eprocess-led and child-centred\u003c\/strong\u003e, focusing on building \u003cstrong\u003econfidence, creativity, and cooperation\u003c\/strong\u003e rather than polished performances. Children can \u003cstrong\u003epretend to be reindeer in training, elves in Santa's workshop, or twinkling stars in the night sky\u003c\/strong\u003e, all while developing \u003cstrong\u003elanguage skills, collaboration, and storytelling abilities\u003c\/strong\u003e. With activities that are playful yet purposeful, this collection supports both \u003cstrong\u003eeducational outcomes\u003c\/strong\u003e and the sheer joy of festive fun.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you are looking to plan a \u003cstrong\u003efull Christmas programme\u003c\/strong\u003e or simply add a touch of drama to your December sessions, this book offers everything you need to create meaningful and magical experiences. No props, costumes, or stage are required-just a group of children, a safe space to move and imagine, and a little Christmas spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA must-have for teachers, childcare professionals, drama facilitators, and parents who want to add \u003cstrong\u003ecreativity, celebration, and festive theatre\u003c\/strong\u003e to their Christmas season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Julie Meighan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1068743344\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781068743344\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Jembooks\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 08\/23\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 98\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.31lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.23d","brand":"Julie Meighan","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":47520842776831,"sku":"9781068743344","price":10.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_2ed0f7b8-d950-4d11-ae9e-e797c8e63980.jpg?v=1762887341","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/drama-start-julie-meighan-9781068743344","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}