Drama and Reading for Meaning Ages 4-11 contains over forty creative drama ideas to help develop reading for meaning in the primary school. The wide range of clearly explained, structured and engaging drama activities will appeal to all primary practitioners who wish to develop more creative approaches to the teaching of reading. "Do you want to develop children's imaginations and refresh your English teaching? Then look no further. This energising and accessible book will inspire teachers and children alike. Linked to literature and nonfiction texts, the step-by-step drama lessons support reading at greater depth and enable children to investigate characters' motivations, actions, and relationships, as well as explore real-life issues. A rich resource to support the development of language, interpretation and reading for meaning." Teresa Cremin, Professor of Education (Literacy), The Open University, UK