10 Christmas Monologues | 10 Short Scripts For Grades 1 to 3 | No Prep Activity PDF

This monologue-based drama packet for early elementary classrooms is engaging, student-friendly and introduces ten reimagined characters from classic Christmas tales.

This packet helps teachers build reading fluency, confidence, and creativity through theatrical expression. Everything is included for easy preparation, performance, and assessment—no extra planning required.

Use for a joyful Christmas activity, drama units, literature connections, student showcases, or end-of-year performances. Flexible for whole-class or small groups; easy to adapt for virtual or in-person settings.

What’s included

• FORMAT: PDF & WORD (docx) file (formatted for Google Docs*) with a hyperlinked table of contents
• Facilitation guide, student assignment options
• Performance Day suggestions
• Monologue Introductions
• Props & Accessories checklist
• Student sign-up sheet
• Editable presentation rubric
• 10 original monologues (30–50 words) with performance cues

*Google Docs Note: Before you open and save any changes in MS WORD, upload the DOCX file to Google Drive. Then, copy and paste monologues or the rubric into new Google Documents and then share with students. To ensure the formatting stays consistent when you upload the docx file, 1) Click the Gear Icon ⚙️ in the top right corner of your Drive, choose “Settings”, then check the “Convert uploaded files to Google Docs editor format” box.

Monologues Included

1. Santa Claus (busy night)
2. Elf (building toys)
3. Reindeer (flying with Rudolph)
4. Snowman (melting worries)
5. Gingerbread Man (running adventures)
6. Nutcracker (fighting mice)
7. Mrs. Claus (baking secrets)
8. Christmas Tree (getting decorated)
9. Stocking (waiting for gifts)
10. Polar Bear (North Pole life)