A young lady tells her toys, including Jerome the teddy bear, that they must behave in order to receive ice cream for dessert. Unfortunately, Jerome is misbehaving. But, the little mother cannot deprive her charges of their treat. This monologue is suitable for a performer of seven years and under.
MISS BOSSY-BOOTS (JUNIOR)
Michele Lourie c 2013
(Has a collection of dolls and teddy bears placed in a line – backs to the audience, centre front stage – with one teddy bear fallen down behind them.
Enters running with a happy smile on face)
Hello my little ones – have you missed me? Have you?
(Looks expectantly at them, then expression changes to anger – stands with hands on hips)
Where is that naughty Teddy Bear – where is Jerome?
(Crosses her arms)
There’ll be no icecream and jelly for dinner for any of you if I can’t find Jerome.
(Taps foot then throws up arms in disgust)
What am I going to do with you children?
(Paces – shaking head)
I work hard all day at school and when I come home, what do I get? Naughtiness!
(Stops to look directly at one of the dolls)
Don’t make excuses, Mary-Jane. You were the one hiding under the bed yesterday and …
(Points to another dolls)
… you Topsy …. I’m always finding you downstairs in front of the television.
(Suddenly sees Jerome, fallen down behind the toys)
Oh my goodness! There’s Jerome, fast asleep.
(Picks him up and cuddles him)
I suppose I really can’t stop you from have ice cream tonight!
