Build fluency and boost engagement with ready-to-use Little Red Riding Hood Readers Theater Scripts. Designed for K–2 classrooms, this resource includes two differentiated versions of the script, pre-highlighted student lines, and printable visual supports—making it easy to support a range of reading levels during small groups, literacy centers, or whole-class fluency lessons.
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If you’re looking for a structured way to build reading fluency and oral expression, the Little Red Riding Hood Readers Theater Scripts are designed with your classroom in mind. This familiar story is adapted into leveled scripts that support a range of reading abilities, so every student can participate successfully. With pre-highlighted lines, visual supports like name tags and character puppets, and clear narration, students can focus on tracking print, practicing phrasing, and improving their expression—without the confusion of managing a full script on their own. It’s a practical tool to reinforce fluency skills while keeping students focused and engaged.
You’ll also get two helpful guides to walk you through every step: Getting the Most Out of Your Readers Theater Scripts covers setup tips and classroom routines, while How to Use the Google Slides Version offers directions and ideas on how to implement digital Readers Theater practice.
Whether you’re supporting emerging readers or confident performers, these scripts make it simple to implement differentiated instruction—without adding to your prep load.
These Little Red Riding Hood Readers Theater scripts take the guesswork out of planning and make fluency practice truly effective. With differentiated roles, it’s easy to meet your students where they are, while the pre-highlighted lines help them stay on track and read with confidence. Puppets and nametags add an extra layer of engagement—especially helpful for encouraging participation from quieter readers.
Little Red Riding Hood is an ideal choice for Readers Theater because of its simple structure, clear sequence of events, and memorable characters. The dialogue-driven storyline naturally lends itself to script format, making it easy for students to follow and perform. With fun roles like Little Red Riding Hood, the Wolf, Grandma, the Woodcutter, and the Narrator, students can practice expression and character voice in manageable speaking parts.
Check out the Reader’s Theater blog series over at TeachingFirsties for helpful tips, classroom ideas, and practical strategies to make the most of your scripts:
These quick reads are packed with tools to help you boost fluency, simplify setup, and keep your students excited to read aloud!
The Little Red Riding Hood Readers Theater Scripts offer a practical, low-prep way to build reading fluency, expression, and engagement in your K–2 classroom. With two differentiated script versions, pre-highlighted lines, and built-in visual supports like printable puppets and name tags, it’s easy to support a wide range of reading levels without extra planning.
Whether you’re working with small groups, centers, or your whole class, these scripts make oral reading practice purposeful and manageable—while keeping students motivated to participate.
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H. Collins (verified owner) –
This was exactly what I needed for our fairy tale unit! My students were so engaged, and the leveled scripts made it easy to include everyone.
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