Civil War Unit – War Is All Hell Readers Theater Script (Part 4 of 5)

Why teach Civil War Unit – War Is All Hell Readers Theater Script (Part 4 of 5)?

Civil War Unit – War Is All Hell Readers Theater Script (Part 4 of 5) dramatizes Sherman’s march, Franklin’s carnage, and Richmond’s flames. Learners weigh total‑war ethics through letters, orders, and street‑level views. Abigail and Benjamin narrate, guiding analysis and emotional reflection. Roles at varying complexity empower differentiated performance. Research confirms Reader’s Theater builds prosody and deeper comprehension. All files are editable Google formats for seamless class‑room or online use. Built‑in vocabulary tasks and a Forms quiz measure mastery quickly.

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What’s inside?

See breakdown above. All files are delivered in editable Google & Office formats.

Scene‑by‑scene summary

• Scenes 1‑12 follow Sherman’s march, Franklin carnage, Richmond fires, Lincoln’s death, and Johnston’s surrender.

Classroom tips

• Cast roles by reading level using the included breakdown.
• Rehearse scenes in small groups, assessing fluency with the rubric.
• Pause after performance to discuss SEL themes like duty, sacrifice, and healing.

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