Description
Drama Behind the Coffee Bar – ELA Drama Reading & Writing Pack for Grade 11–12
Real-life inspired drama that explores friendship, loss, and social pressures.
Product Description
This compelling 5-episode reading and writing pack is designed for high school students (Grades 11–12) who are ready to engage with deeper social themes and realistic drama. Drama Behind the Coffee Bar follows the emotional journey of Diego Santos, a young coffee shop owner, as he reconnects with a friend from the past—only to face heartbreaking truths. The story unfolds across five dramatic episodes, each crafted to encourage thoughtful reflection and critical analysis.
This resource is ideal for ELA classrooms seeking to combine engaging narratives with skill-building activities. Each worksheet includes a full narrative passage, vocabulary tasks, comprehension questions, a personal reflection prompt, and a structured writing activity.
What’s Inside
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5 realistic drama episodes (approx. 450–500 words each)
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Reading comprehension questions that build inference, analysis, and theme identification
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Vocabulary in context matching activity
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“Connect to Your Life” personal reflection question + reflection box
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Reflective writing task (10–15 lines)
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Teacher Guide + Answer Keys included
Episode Titles
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The Man Outside the Line – A surprise encounter with a former friend brings unresolved emotions to the surface.
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The Things I Never Said – A heart-to-heart about pain, silence, and what was left unspoken.
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The Last Door Closed – A final visit that leaves more questions than answers.
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A Call While the Wedding – Joy interrupted by a crisis from the past.
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The Last Cup – A farewell no one wanted, told through a single cup of coffee.
Skills Targeted
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Reading comprehension and textual analysis
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Emotional insight and SEL reflection
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Narrative and personal writing
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Vocabulary building in literary context
Perfect For
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ELA Grades 11–12
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Advisory, Character Education, or SEL Integration
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Students who benefit from authentic, meaningful stories
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Teachers looking for high-interest, low-prep materials that go deeper
Conclusion
Drama Behind the Coffee Bar brings a powerful blend of realism and emotional resonance into the classroom. These stories are not just about what happens—but about what it means. Equip your students to think, feel, and write with purpose.
