Storytelling
Be warned: this
project can bomb. But don't be discouraged because when it works, it's
wonderful! If at first you don’t succeed, do try again.
Objectives
Children 5-6 will be able to listen and tell long, complex
stories Lang. IIIA
Children 3-4 years will be able to tell a story and share ideas Lang. IIA
and ages 2 ½ -3 will be able to participate in storytelling with words and
phrases Lang. IIC
All children participating will be able to appropriately sequence and relate
the stories.
Materials
Butcher paper; felt
pen
Procedures
1. Gather children around easel or felt board covered with large
sheet of butcher paper. Discuss books, favorite stories, and tell children that
they can make up their own story.
2. Ask what the story should be about. Several responses can be included, (e.g.,
girl, cat, monster, etc.). Help children develop the story by asking about the
relationships between the proposed characters. (Whose cat? Where did ___live?
etc.) Try to encourage children to take into account what has already occurred
as they add developments. Review and re-read the story as it evolves. Encourage
closure (e.g., How did the girl get home?)
3. Continuation possibility: Let kids illustrate the story. Post story and
pictures on wall and encourage children to "read" to parents, other
teachers, friends. Variation
Stories about a special holiday or event, for example: "It was Halloween night, and ....."
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