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DIY old-time radio: telling stories with sound

This free media arts and drama activity from the Kennedy Center teaches students about the 'golden age of radio'. They'll explore how sounds were made for drama radio, and create a mini-drama of their own featuring sound effects from home.

Structure and features

This activity can be independently navigated by students in Year 5 and above. Students in Years 2 to 4 will need family support. To assist the learning, families should: 

  • read the overview 
  • follow the activities as they are outlined.

 

Teacher notes

This resource has useful information for teachers about further applying appropriate instructional strategies and assessment ideas. Although American, the resource aligns to the Australian Curriculum.