As the school year winds down and summer break approaches, keeping students engaged becomes more challenging—and more important! That’s why I love using seasonal, high-interest stories to wrap up the year with both fun and purpose.
One of my favorite ways to end the school year is with a Reader’s Theater Companion for The Night Before Summer Vacation by Natasha Wing. It’s low prep, fun for students, and packed with learning value!
What’s Included in This End-of-Year Reader’s Theater Resource?
This engaging packet is a companion to the much-loved book The Night Before Summer Vacation, a rhyming tale that captures the excitement (and chaos!) of preparing for a big summer trip.
Here’s what’s included:
Reader’s Theater Scripts for 2 and 3 students – Perfect for partners or small groups.
A Summer-Themed Word Search to reinforce vocabulary in a fun, independent activity.
Answer Key for easy grading or self-checking.
5 Summer-Themed Coloring Pages – Great for early finishers or quiet time.
Why Teachers Love It
This resource is a great way to:
- Keep students practicing reading fluency during the last days of school
- Promote cooperation and collaboration through partner or group performance
- Add some seasonal fun without sacrificing learning goals
- Keep your classroom calm and structured during a time that’s often chaotic
Plus, the included coloring pages and word search are excellent for transition times, early finishers, or even sub plans when things get extra busy!
How I Use This in My Classroom
I typically introduce the book as a read-aloud, then assign scripts based on group size. My students get excited to act out the scenes, use expression in their voices, and even add little props or movements. It's a fun, low-stakes way to build fluency and comprehension while celebrating the season.
After the performance, students can work independently on the word search or color one of the summer-themed pages as a relaxing wrap-up.
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Ready to Bring This to Your Classroom?
You can grab this end-of-year reader’s theater resource right now and start using it tomorrow!
🎉 Click here to grab The Night Before Summer Vacation – Reader’s Theater Script on TpT!
Your students will love it—and so will you!
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