Introduction to Story telling Primary 1 Cultural and Creative Arts

Lesson Plan Presentation: Introduction to Storytelling

Subject: Cultural and Creative Arts

Class: Primary 1

Term: Second Term

Week: 6

Topic: Introduction to Storytelling

Sub-topic: Basics of Telling and Enjoying Stories

Duration: 40 minutes

Entry Behaviour: Children should express interest in listening to stories.

Key Words: Storytelling, Words, Pictures, Acting, Imagination

Behavioural Objectives: By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

1. Define storytelling in simple terms.
2. Identify ways to tell a story (using words and pictures).
3. Act out simple parts of a story.
4. Express imagination in creating a short story.

Embedded Core Skills:

1. Language Skills: Using words to describe and narrate.
2. Emotional Expression: Acting out feelings in a story.
3. Creativity: Using imagination in storytelling.

Learning Materials:

1. Picture books.
2. Drawing materials.
3. Simple props for acting.
4. Chart with keywords.
5. Simple story templates.

Content

Introduction to Storytelling 📖:

1. What is Storytelling?
   • Example: Storytelling is telling fun and exciting stories to others. 🗣️📚
2. Using Words and Pictures:
   • Example: We can tell stories with words and draw pictures to make them interesting. ✏️🖼️
3. Different Stories for Different Moods:
   • Example: Some stories make us laugh, while others make us feel happy or scared. 😄😱
4. Acting Out Stories:
   • Example: We can use our bodies and faces to act out parts of the story. 🎭👀
5. Creating Our Own Stories:
   • Example: We can make up our own stories using our imagination. 🌈✨

Remember, storytelling is a magical way to share and enjoy tales! 🌟📖

1. Storytelling is telling fun and exciting stories to ____.
a) Ourselves
b) Others
c) Animals
d) Toys

2. We can tell stories with words and draw pictures to make them ____.
a) Colorful
b) Boring
c) Confusing
d) Loud

3. Some stories make us laugh, while others make us feel ____.
a) Sad
b) Angry
c) Happy
d) Sleepy

4. We can use our bodies and faces to act out parts of the ____.
a) Song
b) Story
c) Dance
d) Game

5. We can make up our own stories using our ____.
a) Toys
b) Imagination
c) Homework
d) Clothes

6. Storytelling is a magical way to share and enjoy ____.
a) Food
b) Tales
c) Games
d) Pictures

7. Some stories make us feel happy or ____.
a) Angry
b) Scared
c) Sleepy
d) Excited

8. We can tell stories with words and draw ____.
a) Animals
b) People
c) Buildings
d) Cars

9. We can use our bodies and faces to act out parts of the ____.
a) Dance
b) Song
c) Story
d) Game

10. Some stories make us laugh, while others make us ____.
a) Cry
b) Sing
c) Play
d) Jump

11. Storytelling is telling fun and exciting stories to ____.
a) Ourselves
b) Animals
c) Others
d) Toys

12. We can tell stories with words and draw pictures to make them ____.
a) Colorful
b) Boring
c) Confusing
d) Loud

13. Some stories make us feel happy or ____.
a) Angry
b) Scared
c) Sleepy
d) Excited

14. We can use our bodies and faces to act out parts of the ____.
a) Dance
b) Song
c) Story
d) Game

15. We can make up our own stories using our ____.
a) Toys
b) Imagination
c) Homework
d) Clothes

Presentation

1. – Step 1:
   • Previous Topic Revisal: The teacher revises the previous topic, “Dance Types,” by briefly discussing how dance can also tell stories through movements.
2. – Step 2:
   • Introduction of New Topic: The teacher introduces the new topic, “Introduction to Storytelling,” by discussing what storytelling means and showing a simple picture book.
3. – Step 3:
   • Teacher’s Activities:
     • Explain that storytelling is telling fun and exciting stories to others.
     • Show how words and pictures together make stories interesting.
     • Act out a short part of a simple story using props.
     • Encourage pupils to use their imagination to create a short story.
   • Learners’ Activities:
     • Listen to the teacher’s short story.
     • Mimic simple actions during the story acting session.
     • Use drawing materials to illustrate a part of a story.
     • Share imaginative ideas for a short story.

Assessment:

• Observe participation in acting and drawing activities.
• Evaluate the ability to understand and share imaginative ideas.

Evaluation :

1. What is storytelling?
2. How can we make stories interesting? (Options: a) With words and pictures, b) With music, c) With food)
3. Can you act out a part of a story using your body?
4. What did we learn in the previous lesson about dance types?
5. How does storytelling use words and pictures?
6. What is the main topic of today’s lesson?
7. How can you express feelings in a story? (Options: a) Through drawings, b) Through dance, c) Through words)
8. Can you share an imaginative idea for a short story?
9. Why is storytelling fun?
10. How do you feel when you hear a good story?

Conclusion:

• The teacher goes around to mark and provide feedback on pupils’ participation and understanding of storytelling basics. Encourage them to practice telling stories with their friends and family