Drama and Theatre with Children

Drama as a process-centred form is a popular and valued methodology used to develop thinking and learning in children, while theatre provides a greater focus on the element of performance. In recent years, offering drama and theatre as a shared experience is increasingly used to engage children and to facilitate learning in a drama classroom. This book is an amalgamation of theory, research and practice from across the globe, using drama and theatre as a central component with children. It provides an exploration of the methodologies and techniques used to improve drama in the curriculum, and highlights the beneficial impact drama has in a variety of classrooms, enriching learning and communication.