In a Toy Shop: A Christmas Play for Small Children

Name: In a Toy Shop: A Christmas Play for Small Children
Author: Effa E. Preston

By Effa E. Preston

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A short Christmas play staged in a toy shop after closing follows a proprietor who locks up and a collection of toys that come to life to sing, dance, drill, and display skits. Detailed stage directions and costume notes outline soldiers, books, blocks, spinning tops, jumping jacks, dolls, a teddy bear, candy sticks and dominoes, each performing songs, pantomime drills, and choreography suited to small children. The text supplies music cues, verses, and practical guidance for teachers mounting a festive school performance.

About the Author

Effa E. Preston

Effa E. Preston was an American playwright and author known for her contributions to children's theater. She wrote several one-act plays designed for young audiences, including "A Party in Mother Goose Land" and "A Strike in Santa Land." Her works often incorporate themes of celebration and imagination, making them suitable for primary school performances. In addition to her plays, Preston's writings include holiday-themed works such as "In a Toy Shop: A Christmas Play for Small Children" and "A Thanksgiving Dream." Through her engaging narratives and characters, she aimed to entertain and educate children, leaving a lasting impact on early 20th-century children's literature.