Theater: Grade 2

Communication

Strand

Analysis

Strand

Aesthetics

Strand

Culture

2.C.1

Essential Standard

Use movement, voice, and writing to communicate ideas and feelings.

2.C.2

Essential Standard

Use performance to communicate ideas and feelings.

2.A.1

Essential Standard

Analyze literary texts and performances.

2.AE.1

Essential Standard

Understand how to design technical theatre components, such as costumes, sets, props, makeup, lighting, and sound.

2.CU.1

Essential Standard

Analyze theatre in terms of the social, historical, and cultural contexts in which it was created.

2.CU.2

Essential Standard

Understand the traditions, roles, and conventions of theatre as an art form.

2.C.1.1

Clarifying Objective

Use non-verbal expression to communicate elements of characterization, including age and physicality.

2.C.1.2

Clarifying Objective

Use vocal variety and animation to create distinct voices for characters.

2.C.1.3

Clarifying Objective

Use dialogue to enhance the clarity of stories.

2.C.2.1

Clarifying Objective

Use improvisation to communicate problems and resolutions.

2.C.2.2

Clarifying Objective

Interpret stories from previously-read texts by acting them out.

2.A.1.1

Clarifying Objective

Distinguish the setting, characters, sequence of events, main idea, problem, and solution for a variety of stories.

2.A.1.2

Clarifying Objective

Analyze the relationships between events, characters, and settings.

2.AE.1.1

Clarifying Objective

Explain how space affects performances.

2.AE.1.2

Clarifying Objective

Understand how the use of costumes, props, and masks enhance dramatic play.

2.CU.1.1

Clarifying Objective

Exemplify theatrical works representing the heritage, customs, and traditions of various cultures.

2.CU.1.2

Clarifying Objective

Explain the impact of media, such as theatre, film, the Internet, and television, on family life.

2.CU.2.1

Clarifying Objective

Illustrate how to share focus with others in a group setting.

2.CU.2.2

Clarifying Objective