Workshop
Possum Magic
Bring Mem Fox’s beloved story to life through drama and imaginative play.
Possum Magic
Through hands-on drama activities, students will develop storytelling skills, experiment with role-play, and create their own interpretations of the story’s characters and events. This workshop encourages creativity, collaboration, and a deeper connection to Australian literature.
Each one-hour session is tailored to students from Early Learning to Year 2, with content adjusted to suit their age and needs. Workshops can accommodate up to 30 students at $15 + GST per student, with a minimum charge of $300.
- Venue In your classroom
- Years K-4
The Arts
This workshop fosters creativity and invites young learners to engage with storytelling through drama.
Drama: Students explore characterisation, movement, and narrative through playful role-play inspired by Possum Magic.
English
The workshop supports the English curriculum by enhancing students’ narrative comprehension and communication skills.
Language and Expression: Students develop verbal and non-verbal communication skills as they express ideas and emotions inspired by the story.
Narrative Exploration: Students examine story elements such as character, setting, and sequence, enhancing their understanding of storytelling.
Personal and Social Capability
Through collaborative activities, students develop essential interpersonal and self-management skills.
Collaboration and Teamwork: Students work together to create scenes and reimagine moments from the story, practicing turn-taking and effective communication.
Confidence and Creativity: Participating in drama activities builds self-confidence and encourages imaginative expression.
Critical and Creative Thinking
This workshop inspires young learners to think creatively and solve problems through imaginative play.
Imaginative Thinking: Students engage their imagination as they bring characters and events to life.
Problem-Solving: Students explore creative ways to represent story elements using movement, voice, and interaction.