Mime clown actions related to the story. Collect soft balls, balls of wool, small plastic skittles, etc. for juggling. Students practice the suggested activities using gymnastic mats. Discuss the importance of a clown's costume and makeup. Retell the story as a round.
Teacher begins the story and students take turns contributing to the retelling.
Each student decides on the clown they will portray for a performance for parents or other classes. Students build up their own clown personality. Encourage students to think about the voice they will use, the way they will walk, move their arms, make funny faces, some cool things to entertain an audience - juggling, tumbling, making balloon animals, walking on stilts , walking a tight rope, telling jokes, retelling or telling a funny story. Students will work in pairs talking and planning orally ideas for their clown character performance. Allow time for students to rehearse their role.