Free Readers Theater Scripts for Middle School (Grades 6–8)

Reader’s Theater isn’t just for little kids—middle school students love it, too! Use these free printable scripts to deepen comprehension, boost speaking skills, and spark lively class discussions. From Shakespeare adaptations to STEM skits, everything here is downloadable at no cost.

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Free Middle School Scripts on ReadersTheaterWorksheets.com

We offer 25+ free PDFs tagged for grades 6–8. Below are some favorites—click any title to download instantly.

Literature & Classics

• “The Lottery” (Differentiated) – Shirley Jackson’s chilling tale, two reading levels.
• Shakespeare’s “Comedy of Errors” – Modern-language comedy, 10-minute version.
• “Romeo & Juliet” Scenes – Key moments simplified for first Shakespeare exposure.
• “Frankenstein” Mini-Play – 15-minute gothic adaptation, perfect for October.

History & Social Studies

• The Guano Islands Act (1856) – Quirky expansion-era debate; 8–10 roles.
• Columbus & Magellan – Age-of-Exploration script for world history.
• Annie Oakley – Tall-tale style biography of the sharpshooter.
• Tu Quoque & Whataboutism – Logical-fallacy courtroom drama.

Science & Math

• Pi Day – Math-history skit for March 14.
• Fractions Fair – Carnival fractions review; works up through grade 6.

SEL & Performance Skills

• Training Day: Voice Acting Basics – Five-step vocal workshop in script form.

Tip: each script runs 10–20 minutes and includes optional discussion prompts.

External Sites with Free 6–8 Scripts

• Mrs. Beers’ Middle School Scripts – Free PDFs “St. Nick Night” and “Pumpkin Harvest.”
• Aaron Shepard – Classic folk & legend scripts; many level 3–4 titles fit grades 6–7.
• Dr. Chase Young – Alphabetical library; try “A Christmas Carol” or urban-legend scripts for Halloween.
• Readers Theater All Year – Free Science & Nature scripts tagged grade 6–8 readability.
• Creative English Teacher – Literature-based freebies (e.g., Egyptian Myth, Beowulf scene).
• TeachingHeart.net – Older site with printable folk-tale plays; some labeled “upper elementary/middle.”
• Teachers Pay Teachers – Free Filter – Search for Poe adaptations, history debates, poetry RT packs.

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Bring Learning to Life in Grades 6–8

Download a script, assign roles, and watch your students collaborate, analyze, and perform with confidence. Readers Theater turns abstract lessons into memorable experiences—perfect for the energetic middle-school classroom.