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Time Travellers Day / Roaring Twenties Skits

Roaring Twenties Skits

Children create and perform short skits set in the 1920s or another era, using props and costumes to bring the past to life.

How to run it

  1. Share a few pictures and facts about life in the 1920s.
  2. In small groups, children plan a short scene with a beginning, middle and end.
  3. Add simple props and costume pieces.
  4. Perform the skits for the group.

You will need

  • dress-up props
  • hats and scarves
  • era picture cards
Make it easier or harderGive younger children a scene starter; older children can write scripts and choose their own era.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 4, Outcome 5Researching and acting out the past builds historical understanding and communication skills.

Fits these theme days

Time Travellers DayDramatic Play DayMusical Theatre DayArt Through the Ages

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