Scene Stealers: Holiday Skits & Improv Game | Drama Activity for Grades 4–6

$6.00

Get your students laughing, collaborating, and performing with these festive holiday improv scenes designed especially for Grades 4–6! Scene Stealers: Holiday Edition blends the structure of short skit-style scenarios with the creativity of improv—making it the perfect low-prep winter drama activity.

Students are given playful character prompts and a shared situation, but the dialogue and action are completely up to them! Each of the five holiday scenes includes five unique character roles and a fun seasonal setup, giving every student a chance to shine.

Get your students laughing, collaborating, and performing with these festive holiday improv scenes designed especially for Grades 4–6! Scene Stealers: Holiday Edition blends the structure of short skit-style scenarios with the creativity of improv—making it the perfect low-prep winter drama activity.

Students are given playful character prompts and a shared situation, but the dialogue and action are completely up to them! Each of the five holiday scenes includes five unique character roles and a fun seasonal setup, giving every student a chance to shine.

What’s Included:

  • 5 ready-to-perform age-appropriate (and fun!) improv scenes

  • 25 unique character role cards (5 per scene)

  • 7 optional Wild Cards for added twists

  • Teacher directions + “Spotlight” system for scene structure

  • Visual rules checklist for display

  • Comprehensive lesson plan with detailed teacher instructions, learning objectives, modifications, and extension activity ideas

  • 16-point performance-based assessment rubric

  • Student Self-Assessment Rubric

  • Resource recommendations

Who It’s For:

  • First-day ice-breakers or community-building warm-ups

  • Grades 4–6 theater classes or drama clubs

  • Teachers new to theater or improv

  • After-school Drama programs or enrichment blocks

  • Building ensemble and classroom community

  • Supporting ELL and special education learners

  • Integrating creativity and SEL into the school day

  • Drama games that actually teach performance skills

  • Any classroom that loves imagination and movement

Estimated Time: 1 day, with flexibility to extend or adapt

Why Teachers Love It:

  • Low prep required — just print the character and Wild Cards and play

  • Clear structure makes classroom management easy

  • Works for any experience level—no theater background needed

  • Includes pacing, extensions, and visual supports

  • Built-in roles and “Spotlight” system keeps the action moving

  • Flexible for warm-ups, full lessons, or performance prep

  • Supports SEL, collaboration, and creative expression

Why Your Students Will Love It:

  • They get to be fun, creative characters in silly holiday situations

  • Every scene is different—no two performances are the same!

  • They’ll laugh, move, and work together like real performers

  • No lines to memorize = low pressure, high fun

  • A chance to be silly, clever, and in the spotlight

Learning Objectives:

  • Collaborate effectively with a small group to plan and perform an improvised scene.

  • Demonstrate basic character choices through movement, body language, and vocal expression.

  • Respond spontaneously to new information or character interactions within a scene.

  • Apply simple staging techniques, including focus, levels, and clear entrances/exits.

  • Practice active listening and support ensemble storytelling.

  • Reflect on performance choices and give constructive feedback to peers.

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