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Hansel And Gretel Readers Theater Scripts

Bring the classic tale of Hansel and Gretel to life with these ready-to-use Readers Theater scripts! With differentiated reading levels, pre-highlighted lines, nametags, puppets, and a digital version included, it’s everything you need for an engaging fluency-building activity.

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The Hansel and Gretel Readers Theater scripts are a great way to build fluency and confidence while keeping your students engaged in a story they already love. This familiar fairy tale adds just the right mix of suspense and excitement, helping students stay motivated as they practice reading aloud. It’s an easy addition to your literacy stations or small groups—and one your students will look forward to!

Included In The Hansel And Gretel Readers Theater Scripts

  • Two leveled script versions – tailored for emerging and fluent readers
  • Pre-highlighted student parts – no prep required
  • Printable puppets and nametags – keep students engaged and in character
  • Google Slides version – perfect for smartboards, digital classrooms, or paperless fluency stations

You’ll also receive two helpful guides to support you every step of the way: Getting the Most Out of Your Readers Theater Scripts for setup and classroom tips, and How to Use the Google Slides Version for tech-friendly teaching strategies and digital integration.

hansel and gretel readers theater scripts
Whether you’re working with emerging readers or fluent performers, these scripts make it easy to implement differentiated reading instruction without the prep overload.

Why Choose These Readers Theater Scripts?

These Hansel And Gretel Readers Theater scripts simplify your planning while delivering high-impact reading practice.

Differentiated roles make it easy to support all students, while pre-highlighted lines allow readers to stay focused and confident. The included puppets and nametags help even shy readers participate with enthusiasm.

With its mix of adventure, mystery, and clever problem-solving, Hansel and Gretel is a story students really connect with. These Hansel and Gretel Readers Theater scripts give your young readers a chance to practice fluency, character voice, and expression while following a plot they already know and love. It’s a classic story that keeps them engaged—and makes repeated readings feel fresh every time.

hansel and gretel readers theater scripts
  • Assign Roles – Use the differentiated scripts to match reading ability.
  • Print Puppets or Nametags – These help students stay in character and engaged.
  • Practice Fluency & Expression – Model lines, practice in pairs or groups.
  • Perform! – Let students perform in class, for other grades, or record on video.
  • Use Google Slides – Share digitally or use on an interactive whiteboard.

Benefits Of Readers Theater

  • Builds reading fluency, expression, and comprehension
  • Supports differentiated instruction in a fun, low-pressure format
  • Increases confidence and participation—especially for reluctant readers
  • Encourages collaboration and classroom engagement
  • Ideal for small groups, fluency stations, or whole-class literacy blocks

Need More Readers Theater Tips?

The Hansel and Gretel Readers Theater scripts come with everything you need to make fluency practice both fun and easy to manage—two reading levels, pre-highlighted lines, printable puppets and nametags, plus a Google Slides version for digital use.

Whether you’re working with a small group or the whole class, this resource is ready to go.

Want to bring this classic story to life in your classroom? Grab the Hansel and Gretel Readers Theater scripts and watch your students get excited to perform!

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