Synopsis
Once it was winter all the time... Summer was trapped in a bag inside a tipi at the snow's edge (a very, very long long way from here). This Native American tale tells how Coyote brings summer to the world and earns his famous gift of trickery as a reward. This delightful story from the Crow Nation is a wonderful way to introduce students to Native American cultures and folk tales from around the world.
Preview the script and songs!Key Concepts
Coyote Steals the Summer is a great complement to your resources in elementary language arts, multicultural studies, and folk tale/trickster curriculum. And, like all of our plays, this show can be used to improve reading, vocabulary, reading comprehension, performance and music skills, class camaraderie and teamwork, and numerous social skills (read about it!) -- all while enabling students to be part of a truly fun and creative experience they will never forget!
Aligned with national standards! View the standards and vocabulary.Publication Info
Author: Ron Fink (Composer) and John Heath (Book and Lyrics)
ISBN:
978-1-886588-09-7
© 1997
Bad Wolf Press, LLC
Terri Hanna –
Catchy songs that everyone loved! I did this one many years ago with my 3rd graders, and I can still sing the Coyote song to anyone who will listen. Great trickster tale for grades 3 or 4!
Regina Odell (verified owner) –
This was fun and super easy to follow. The students were able to learn the songs quickly. They made up their own actions to the songs.
4th grade teachere (verified owner) –
I have done several Bad Wolf Press musicals with my classes over the years and love them all. This is the 3rd time I am doing Coyote Steals the Summer with my 4th graders and it is the perfect culmination to our study of CA Natives and the legends they tell. My students learn the songs and dialogue so quickly and show such enthusiasm for the music. We love presenting our musicals to other classes and student's families, and everyone who watches just raves about them.
2nd grade teacher (verified owner) –
Coyote—great show, catchy tunes…. great for reader's theater. My students really enjoyed it. The CD is very catchy too!