Tips for Using Drama in the Classroom

• Do one play at a time. 
• Have parents assist you and provide encouragement. 
• Bring in parent volunteers to assist with costumes, rehearsals, backdrops, and props. 
• Don't start planning with standards first
• Make sure the topics explored in the literature are meaningful and important to students 
• Allow students to take charge of their learning. 

These tips are from the text and very important to take into consideration when you are working with students. You want the students to get the most out of the experience and for it to be fun for the entire class.