Objective

By the end of this lesson, J will be able to tell a story using their voice and body language to engage an audience, while understanding how to present their narrative clearly and creatively.

Materials and Prep

• A comfortable chair for storytelling
• A quiet space for the storytelling session
• A selection of short stories or fables for inspiration
• A timer to help J understand the time limits for their story

Before starting, remind J about the importance of using their voice and movements to make the story exciting, and discuss who their audience will be.

Activities

• Story Selection:

  J will choose a favorite story or fable to tell. Encourage them to think about why they like this story and what makes it special.

• Character Voices:

  J will practice using different voices for each character in the story. This will help them learn how to make the story more engaging for their audience.

• Physical Movements:

  J will think of simple movements to represent different characters or actions in the story. For example, they could pretend to jump like a frog or tiptoe like a cat.

• Practice Storytelling:

  J will practice telling their chosen story while sitting in the chair. Encourage them to use their voice and movements to bring the story to life!

• Story Performance:

  Finally, J will perform their story for an audience (which could be family members or stuffed animals). Time their performance to keep it within a set limit.

Talking Points

• "What is a story? A story is a fun way to share our ideas and adventures!"
• "Who are you telling your story to? Remember, your audience wants to enjoy what you share!"
• "Can you use your voice to make different characters sound special? Let's try!"
• "How can your body help tell the story? Can you pretend to be a character?"
• "How long should your story be? Let’s make sure it’s just the right length for your audience!"