Winnie Acts Up
A Shy Child Gains Courage on Stage:
The Role of Theater in Building Courage and Nurturing Confidence in Children
Winnie Acts Up introduces the art of theater and encourages oral interaction for kids. As a shy child in an unfamiliar environment, Winnie gains confidence and makes new friends at theater camp. Colorful illustrations enhance Winnie’s challenge to learn lines, while a repetitive phrase, “You will remember on Friday,” holds readers’ interest and leads to a satisfying ending.
Unique theater vocabulary is highlighted throughout. Ages 6-10.
The story of Winnie promotes important basic skills:
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Cognitive benefits improve reading skill;
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Emotional support increases self-esteem ;
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Real-life scenarios build a caring community;
5 out of 5 Stars
Winnie Acts Up is a heart-warming story about a young girl Winnie, who auditions for her first children’s theater play. What is so special about this book is that the author introduces vocabulary that is unique to the theater. Along with the vocabulary she places you into the shoes of Winnie. You feel what Winnie feels when she auditions, when she learns her lines, and when the children all play a game to learn words for directions for moving around on stage. You feel what the characters are feeling and are learning in a fun way!
