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Improvisation: Serious Fun for the Classroom A.K.A. the Urge to Diverge [Paperback]

Brad Newton (Author)


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Book Description

December 1993
Written by the founder of KidProv, Improvisation describes 35 specific improvisational activities and techniques for use in classrooms or at home for kids from second grade through high school. Each activity creates an openness to learning and helps kids overcome reluctance to participate in group activities.

Features:

  • Each activity is described in detail, along with possible adaptations.
  • Objectives of each activity are described clearly.
  • Contains a reference section to allow more detailed study.
  • The techniques can be used in a wide range of settings and with many ages of children.

Editorial Reviews

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"...blends the art of improvisation with the process of education....Improv teaches without lectures." -- Dallas Child Parenting Magazine

"...improvisational exercises...show kids and teachers how creativity comes from brainstorming without fear of failure." -- The Dallas Morning News

"...show(s) how students can use their imagination to be more creative in what they do." -- Brownsville Herald

"Improvisation has made me a more divergent thinker, and I look for humor in my work...." -- A student

About the Author

A former teacher in upper elementary grades and in gifted and talented programs, Brad Newton applied his knowledge of improvisation to the process of teaching, attaining remarkable results. He is co-founder of KidProv, an improvisational comedy troupe, and currently conducts workshops throughout the country on how to use improvisational techniques to improve learning.

Product Details

  • Paperback: 77 pages
  • Publisher: Great Potential Pr Inc (December 1993)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0910707219
  • ISBN-13: 978-0910707213
  • Product Dimensions: 10.2 x 7 x 0.2 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 5.6 ounces
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #7,785,307 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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