Script Writing Template – Characters and Dialogue
Help students write a scene by pairing each character’s name with dialogue and actions. The script template also provides space to plan the setting and characters.

- Grades
- Grades 3–5
- Pages
- 2
- File type
- Preparation
- Print ready
- Subject
- ELA
- Topic
- Script writing, Dialogue
- Resource types
- Templates
- Preparation
- Print ready
Product description
From the author
Script Writing Template 2 is a valuable resource for elementary students learning how to write plays. This two-page printable features a template with columns for characters and dialogue/actions, providing space for students to plan and draft scripts. Teachers can print copies for individual or group work. Laminated versions allow reuse with dry erase markers, perfect for reading centers. The clear layout scaffolds the script writing process, making this template accessible even for early writers. As students fill in their ideas, they build dramatic narrative skills. Drama boosts confidence and creativity too. Extend the activity by having students perform their scripts! With flexible implementation for whole group, small group, or independent work, Script Writing Template 2 engages budding playwrights across the grades.
In the classroom
Teaching tips & learning objectives
Learning objectives
Organize dialogue by speaker
Develop a scene through dialogue and actions
Teaching tips
Read a short exchange aloud to show how each speaker takes a new row.
Skills covered
Script writing
Dialogue
Scene planning
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Concepts & topics
Core concepts
Characters
Dialogue
Stage actions
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