Interactive Storytelling Adventure

DANELLE LOCKLEAR

Tier 1

Lesson Plan

Interactive Storytelling Adventure

Enhance listening skills

This lesson uses interactive storytelling to engage Pre-K students and improve their listening skills. Through creating and narrating stories, students will practice active listening and participate in interactive activities that keep them engaged. This lesson is important as it helps young learners develop focus and attention, which are crucial skills for their academic and social development.

Audience

Pre K Students

Time

20 mins

Approach

Enhance listening skills

Materials

Storybook or story script, Props for storytelling, Printable character cards, and Discussion questions

Step 1

Introduction

3 mins

Gather students in a circle on the carpet.
Briefly explain that they will be listening to a fun story and participating in it.
Introduce the story's main theme or character.

Step 2

Storytelling Session

10 mins

Begin narrating the story using expressive voice and gestures.
Use props to make the story more engaging.
Pause at key moments to ask students what they think will happen next.

Step 3

Interactive Participation

5 mins

Hand out printable character cards to students.
Encourage students to act out parts of the story or make sound effects.
Ask questions to involve them in the storytelling process.

Step 4

Closure

2 mins

Conclude the story and thank students for their participation.
Ask a few reflection questions about the story and what they learned.
Encourage students to share their favorite part of the story.

Worksheet

Printable Character Cards

These cards feature characters from the story for students to use during the interactive participation segment.

Character: Brave Knight

Character: Wise Owl

Character: Mischievous Fox

Character: Gentle Giant

Discussion

Story Discussion Questions

These questions are designed to help students reflect on the story and express their thoughts.

What was your favorite part of the story?

Encourage students to think about the parts that made them laugh or feel excited.

Which character did you like the most and why?

Guide students to consider the actions and traits of the characters.

What do you think happened after the story ended?

Help students use their imagination to extend the story.