Teachers looking for a fun and dynamic page-to-stage writing process geared for transescent learners ages eleven on up will love this step by step playwriting book. Written with a teacher introduction, playwriting workbook unit, and two example plays resulting from using the book, it's packed with information and exercises. During the group playwriting process, students can figure out not only how to write a play and perform it if possible, but also how to articulate their ideas and work cooperatively with their peers. Pre-teens and teens really enjoy starting out with a simple idea and being a part of creating something tangible that gives voice to their lives and the lives of others. So if you're looking for a way to make reading, writing and performing more engaging for students, you've found the right resource. Also included is a model to show how playwriting can be integrated with other content areas like social science.