Bring Aesop’s timeless tales to life with this engaging collection of short plays for children, perfect for classroom drama, home performances, assemblies, and literacy lessons. Ideal for ages 5–11, these fun and flexible reader’s theatre–style scripts turn classic animal fables into easy-to-perform plays that build confidence, communication skills, and creativity. Each play includes: • Flexible casting for small or large groups • Clear stage directions suitable for beginners • Narrator-led structure to support emerging readers • 5–10 minute performance time, ideal for school assemblies or quick drama sessions • Minimal props, making the scripts perfect for classrooms, living rooms, or community groups From The Tortoise and the Hare to The Lion and the Mouse, children explore teamwork, problem-solving, and moral lessons through lively drama. Whether you are a teacher searching for easy plays for kids, a parent planning home learning drama activities, or a caregiver encouraging imaginative storytelling, this collection offers ready-to-use scripts that make performing Aesop’s fables simple, joyful, and educational. Give children a fun and accessible way to step into the world of Aesop with short classroom plays, perfect for building speaking and listening skills while enjoying classic stories. As a drama educator and writer, I've always loved how stories come to life when children step into character. Aesop's Fables on Stage was born from my desire to blend timeless storytelling with accessible performance, giving young learners the opportunity to explore age-old lessons through play and drama. These short scripts are written to be flexible, fun, and easy to use—ideal for classrooms, drama groups, or home learning. They encourage creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking, while also offering children the joy of performing stories that are both familiar and wise. My aim is to support educators, facilitators, and parents in making drama a joyful, confidence-building experience. I hope this collection brings laughter, learning, and a love of storytelling into your space. Julie Meighan, based in Cork, Ireland, is a play therapist, lecturer, author, and blogger. As a lecturer at Munster Technological University, she specializes in drama education within the Early Years programme. Julie runs the blog https: //dramastartbooks.com, focusing on creative arts and drama. She has authored numerous acclaimed books on drama, translated into several languages. Julie is a sought-after speaker, delivering engaging workshops and training globally on play therapy and creative arts, emphasizing practical approaches to integrating drama into education.