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This playscript is a special needs resource for reluctant readers at Key Stage 3. It uses large print and is designed for reading in small groups over 2-3 lessons. The play is presented in an accessible format with supporting black and white illustrations. It is part of the "Headwork Reading Foundation Level 2A Playscripts" series and though some of the plays are completely new, others have been adapted from existing stories in the "Headwork Reading Foundation Level Stories" series, and may be read as an introduction to reading the stories individually, or as part of wider follow-up work.
A tense robbery at a local paper shop forces the characters to navigate a high-stakes confrontation. The protagonist must manage the immediate threat of the hold-up while interacting with other characters in a confined setting. The narrative is structured as a playscript, designed to facilitate group reading and performance. The physical constraints of the shop environment dictate the movement and dialogue of the characters throughout the scene.
Discussion often centers on the utility of this playscript as a specialized educational resource for reluctant readers. Educators frequently highlight the accessible formatting and large print as effective tools for maintaining student focus during group activities. The play is noted for its ability to bridge the gap between dramatic performance and literacy development in a classroom setting. Readers and teachers often appreciate how the script integrates with broader reading programs to encourage consistent engagement with the text.
Page Count:
16
Publication Date:
1998-01-01
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0198337507
ISBN-13:
9780198337508
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