The Benefits of Drama, Theater, and Performing Plays in Elementary Schools

There's something truly magical about seeing a shy, quiet, and not particularly outgoing student blossom when given the opportunity to explore a hidden talent. It’s one of those joyful moments in teaching to witness the excitement on a student’s face as they get positive attention, recognition, and admiration for performing a song or saying their lines in a play; when after all their hard work of rehearsing, the satisfaction of seeing the pieces of a play fall into place.