The classic Aesop's fable presented as a 15 minute assembly with two attractive original easy songs. You get script, two vocal tracks, two backing tracks, sheet music and free school performance licence. The assembly will engage pupils ages 5-9, or even older students with special needs. The script encourages further exploration of activities which need patience and care.

THE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS HOLDS COURT - XMAS PLAY (SCRIPT ONLY- NO CD) Ages 5-11 Ever wondered why people started hanging Mistletoe at Christmas? Or how Christmas used to be celebrated? Join the Spirit of Christmas and discover the answer to these questions and more. Together you'll travel through history, and find out how Christmas was celebrated in the past. Duration 40 mins approx. There is scope to add your own Christmas songs to extend the show. The play can be previewed at magicparrot.com or by emailing info@magicparrot.com But come back to this TES page to get the special low price. Cast List (Many parts can be doubled up.) Speaking Parts (52) Spirit Of Christmas Origin 1 Origin 2 Origin 3 Mistletoe, Holly,Christmas Tree, Carol, Candle, Frost, Snow, Peace, Goodwil,l Love, 11th Century, 12th Century, 13th Century, 14th Century, 15th Century, 16th Century, 17th Century, 18th Century,19th Century, 20th Century 21st Century, Little girl, Cook, Boy 1, Boy 2, Henry VIII, Queen Edward VI, Oliver Cromwell, Soldier,Tom Smith, Sir Henry Cole John Horsley, Grandfather, 1st Child, 2nd Child 3rd Child, 4th Child, 5th Child, British Major German Major, 1939, 1940, 1941, 1942, 1943, 1944, 1945, Non-Speaking Parts (Misc. No.) Guests British Soldiers German Soldiers Christmas Sprites Georgian Masquerade Dancers, Carollers, Frost Fairies,Snowflakes Optional Non-speaking Parts (Misc. No.) Family Member, Traveller 2, Angry Neighbours, Rich People Poor People, Romans, Mary, Joseph, Angels, Baby Jesus, Shepherds, Wise Men SONGS (with lyrics) are suggested within the script and are easily resourced via the internet. You will probably want to use your own favourite Christmas songs. Please note: this play DOES NOT INCLUDE AUDIO or SCORE.

Delightful short musical play with one easy, instant. bouncy, catchy song to inspire your young actors. No musical ability needed- play the backing track! (A track with vocals is also included, so you can learn the song) Basic sheet music also included with the script. Ideal for work on "Traditional Tales", and a lovely item for an assembly presentation of 15 mins approx.

A 15 minute musical assembly with two attractive songs and an easy succinct editable script, for ages 5-9, to promote early bedtimes and the benefits of sleep. A very nice health education resource. Retail price is £12.95, but this TES version is just £2 Email the author fgreen14@btopenworld.com for further details and other TES bargains

Jack and the Beanstalk. A very simple musical for key stage 1 ages 5-9. Duration 30-40 min. Comes with 22 audio tracks (11 songs with vocals and 11 backing tracks.) No musical ability is needed. The songs are a mixture of original material and well known tunes. This delightful play engages the children through dialogue, music and movement, and results in a great end-of-term show. Cast: Narrator 1 Narrator 2 Jack Jack’s Mother Jumper (the cow) Baker and wife Farm children Butcher and wife Magic Bean Seller Clouds Giant Giant’s Housekeeper Old woman and old man. Magic Harp Magic Hen Town Crier Singers

Nice short musical assembly for reception and Key Stage 1. Two chirpy songs (with vocal tracks and backing tracks) Great for work on food, sharing and helping each other.