Storytelling

Storytelling

Introduction:

Storytelling is as old as the human race. People and cultures throughout history have told oral stories about themselves and others. Stories help us relate to others and think about our own struggles in life.

Task:

As you read folk tale stories, think about the history of the people that are involved. How do the stories explain their beliefs and customs?

Resources:

What is Storytelling? (Activities 1 and 2)
Art of the Storyteller (Activity 3)
Storytelling Described by Chuck Larkin (Activity 4)
Tips on Selection and Learning Stories (Activities 5 and 6)
Storyteller. Net
Children's Literature Web Resources

Activities:

1. What is a definition of storytelling?
2. What are three things stories pass on to the next generation?
3. Royalty often hired storytellers to tell tales of court or heroic accomplishments. What were these storytellers called?
4. What are two types of storytellers?
5. What are some things to consider when choosing a story to tell?
6. What are the features of a good storytelling space?

Evaluation:

During this quest you have studied facts about storytelling and how to tell a story. Choose a story from a book. Practice your story until you feel comfortable telling it without the book. Find a group of younger students to listen to your story. How did you do?

Conclusion:

Stories can offer us history, excitement, and knowledge. Everyone has a story to tell and everyone is a storyteller. Practice this new skill as you continue the tradition of the oral story.

Updated October 09, 2004

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