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What age group	Preschool / Nursery
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A Magical Story Time Adventure

Objective:

To spark children's interest in English through an engaging and imaginative storytelling experience.

Introduction:

Gather the children in a cozy area of the classroom, preferably with cushions or a soft carpet to sit on. Use a playful and animated tone to capture their attention.

The Setting:

"Welcome to the Enchanted Forest!"

Begin by dimming the lights slightly and using a soft, whimsical sound (like wind or gentle chimes) to set the scene.

Storytelling Prop:

Have a large storybook or a picture of a magical forest ready. You could also use props like toy animals or puppets to make the story interactive.

Activity Outline:

1. Engage Their Imagination:

   • Say: "Imagine we are all tiny adventurers lost in an Enchanted Forest! What do you think we might see? Let’s close our eyes for a moment. What can you hear? What does it smell like?"
   • Encourage the children to share their thoughts, encouraging words like "trees," "flowers," or "happy animals."

2. Introduce Characters:

   • Present a few friendly characters—like a talking rabbit or a wise old owl.
   • Use the props to make them come to life. "This is Mr Bunny! Can you all hop like him?"

3. Tell the Story:

   • Start a simple, fun story involving the characters you introduced. For example:
     • "Once upon a time in the Enchanted Forest, Mr Bunny found a magical carrot that could speak! But oh no, the carrot got lost! Can you help Mr Bunny find it?"
   • Encourage children to respond with "Yes!" or to give ideas about where the carrot might be.

4. Interactive Questions:

   • Throughout the story, ask them questions to keep them engaged:
     • "What should Mr Bunny do next?"
     • "How do you think Mr Bunny feels?"

5. Conclusion:

   • End the adventure with a twist where they help Mr Bunny find the carrot and celebrate with a small dance or a fun song about carrots!
   • Say: "What a wonderful adventure we had today! You are all such great storytellers and friends!"

Closing:

Finish with a short reflection. Ask: "What was your favourite part of the story?" This encourages them to think about storytelling and builds their communication skills.

Materials Needed:

• Storybook or picture of an enchanted forest
• Toy animals or puppets
• Soft cushions for seating
• Optional: fairy lights for added magical effect

Outcome:

The children will not only be excited about the story but also develop vocabulary, listening skills, and creativity through engagement and imagination.

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This approach creates a safe and welcoming environment where preschoolers can cultivate their love for the English language through storytelling and play.