Playscript sets

Our playscript sets help children enjoy drama, develop confidence, and explore stories through performance.

How it works

Each set includes 7 copies of the play and comes in a box of around 20 books. You can mix and match with:

Some sets are popular and may sell out quickly, so order early and have a second choice ready.

How to order

Visit Order a topic or artefact box for more information.

Available titles

You can choose from any of these titles.

Foundation stage

Choose from:

  • The Little Red Hen by Gerald Rose
  • The Billy Goats Gruff by Julia Donaldson
  • We’re Going on a Bear Hunt adapted by V. French
  • Farmer Duck adapted by Vivien French
  • A New Home for a Pirate by Ronda Armitage

Other plays:

  • Best Friends by Julia Donaldson
  • Escape from the Island by Michael Butt

Key stage 1

Historical story plays:

  • The Great Fire of London by Tom and Tony Bradman
  • The Gunpowder Plot by Tom and Tony Bradman

Story plays based on traditional tales or well-known stories:

  • What the Ladybird Heard by Julia Donaldson
  • The Gruffalo by Julia Donaldson
  • Tyrannosaurus Drip by Julia Donaldson
  • Tiddler the storytelling fish by Julia Donaldson
  • Room on the Broom by Julia Donaldson
  • Why Monkeys Swing in the Trees by Claudia Lloyd
  • There’s an Ouch in my Pouch by Jeanne Willis

A copy of the original story is included where available.

Collections for all stages

Play Time Plays by Julia Donaldson.

Includes 11 short plays for all ages, with guidance on age range, running time, and cast.

Adaptations include traditional tales and original stories.