{"title":"Preschool Storytelling Lesson Plans","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"using-matchboxes-for-storytelling-a3773","title":"Using Matchboxes For Storytelling","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-766\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Picture-056-What-if-match-boxes-inside-April-2011.jpg\" alt=\"Preschool Storytelling and Literacy Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: etadventures.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Wednesday {the 27th} is \"Tell a Story Day\" and, as you've likely experienced with your energetic kiddos, preschoolers have fantastic imaginations that can spin and weave stories at the drop of a hat! This guided storytelling exercise from Elise at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/etadventures.blogspot.com\/2011\/04\/what-if-matchboxes.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eInspiration Surrounds... Creativity Abounds\u003c\/a\u003e is a great way to help your students learn how to create more complex story lines by asking important questions like who, what, where, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\"What if...\" Matchboxes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are three elements to each \"What if...\" matchbox:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe front of the box displays the image of an object (noun).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen opened, the matchbox tray contains an image related to an action (verb).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOn the back of the box, a list of exploratory \"What if...\" questions are posed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo use, students put the three elements together, answering the fully formed \"What if...\" scenarios described. For example, if \"lion\" were the noun and \"dance\" were the verb, students might be asked to explore the following questions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat if a lion could dance? {the overarching question}\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHow would the lion dance?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhere would the lion dance?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWould the lion prefer to dance alone, or with a partner?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnd so on...\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt would be neat to first, have each student pick a \"What if...\" matchbox and have a {recorded!} conversation with them about the exploratory questions, then compile their answers into a personalized book for them to illustrate.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734110412825,"sku":"A3773","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Picture-056-What-if-match-boxes-inside-April-2011.jpg?v=1522781732"},{"product_id":"creating-a-storytelling-pathway-a3810","title":"Creating A Storytelling Pathway","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-medium wp-image-1130\" title=\"Story-Pathway\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Story-Pathway.jpg\" alt=\"Literacy and Reading Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: fairydustteaching.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSally of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/fairydustteaching.blogspot.com\/2011\/01\/walking-path-of-fairy-tale.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eFairy Dust Teaching\u003c\/a\u003e has created a fantastic way of helping your preschoolers learn about story sequencing and practice retelling a story, all while building comprehension! It's known as a \"storytelling pathway\". Super fun and completely inexpensive, students take turns traveling along the \"pathway\" {simply a long sheet of bulletin board paper with a hand-drawn \"path\" and various story cues\/images} in order to retell a focus story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSally recommends having your kiddos help you create the storytelling pathway, discussing the important elements from the story and deciding on the appropriate image cue. Set them loose, coloring the images along the trail, then invite them to give the exercise a shot! [NOTE: It might be fun to create a 3D storytelling pathway bringing stuffed animals, props, etc. to set along the trail!]\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo see how Sally and her students adapted the storytelling pathway to go along with \"Goldilocks and the Three Bears\", head on over to Fairy Dust Teaching for the full post. While you're there, be sure to check out Sally's other {fantastic!} early childhood resources!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734121455641,"sku":"A3810","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Story-Pathway.jpg?v=1522781799"},{"product_id":"homemade-story-blocks-a3820","title":"Homemade - Story Blocks","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1198 \" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/072-copy.jpg\" alt=\"Literacy and Reading Comprehension Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.sugarbeecrafts.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe thought these story blocks from Mandy at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.sugarbeecrafts.com\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eSugar Bee Crafts\u003c\/a\u003e would be a great way to inspire early readers - getting them involved in the story and even inspiring a bit of creativity! Simply use a color copy machine to copy pages\/characters from your favorite book {or find color images online} and follow Mandy's story block process at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.oopseydaisyblog.com\/2011\/08\/story-blocks-sugar-bee-crafts.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eOopsey Daisy\u003c\/a\u003e to create a set of your own. Once complete, have your kiddos use them to...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRetell the story, focusing on a specific part of the book {beginning, middle, or end}. This is great for sequencing practice and for assessing reading comprehension.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiscuss the story, focusing on a specific element {characters, setting, climax, etc}. This is another great activity for assessing reading comprehension.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate a tale of their own using their knowledge of the characters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBe sure to head on over to Oopsey Daisy for the directions!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734124994585,"sku":"A3820","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/072-copy.jpg?v=1522781815"},{"product_id":"introducing-a-storytelling-jar-in-preschool-a3824","title":"Introducing a Storytelling Jar in Preschool","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1223\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Storytelling-Jar.jpg\" alt=\"Literacy Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: honeybeebooksblog.blogspot.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere's a fabulous storytelling exercise from Melissa at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/honeybeebooksblog.blogspot.com\/2011\/08\/storytelling-jar.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eHoney Bee Books\u003c\/a\u003e ~ it's sure to boost creativity and maybe even inspire you more reluctant storytellers to weave a tale or two! Start by scripting different topics onto scraps of colorful paper {i.e. robots, at the beach, Christmas day, fireworks, etc}. Place these into a decorated jar, inviting your kiddos to take turns drawing a card and telling a story about the topic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eVariations...\u003c\/em\u003e\n{To provide more of a challenge...}\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreate three separate jars labeled \"Beginning\", \"Middle\", and \"End\" ~ placing topic cards in each. Have students weave a story using one card from each. This is a great way to teach your kiddos about sequencing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo teach your preschoolers about the 'elements' of a story, create several jars, labeling them \"Characters\", \"Setting\", \"Problem\", etc. Have them draw a card from each and weave a tale using the information on the card.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHowever you use them, you're sure to be amazed at the ingenuity of your little storytellers!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734125715481,"sku":"A3824","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Storytelling-Jar.jpg?v=1522781819"},{"product_id":"potato-printing-storytelling-a3826","title":"Potato Printing \u0026 Storytelling","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-full wp-image-1234  \" title=\"Potato-Printing\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Potato-Printing.jpg\" alt=\"Literacy and Fine Motor Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: captaincrafty.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is such a simple idea, but is a great way to build your students' confidence as communicators, strengthen vocabulary, and inspire creativity. Pull out some butcher paper, add several fun tools {like potato\/veggie stamps as Zoe did at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/captaincrafty.com\/2011\/09\/potato-printing-story\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eThe Handmade Adventures of Captain Crafty\u003c\/a\u003e!} and, using washable ink pads or craft paint, invite your kiddos to \"draw\/stamp\" a story. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince your preschoolers will be busy creating, record a written version of their story for them, making certain to write it down exactly how they dictate it. [NOTE: Typed and glued to the back of the artwork, these make great keepsakes for parents!] After they've finished creating, have your kiddos break off into groups of three or four to share their stories with their classmates or set aside a special story time where students can share their work with the class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eHead on over to The Handmade Adventures of Crafty Captain to see the full activity post!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734126174233,"sku":"A3826","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Potato-Printing.jpg?v=1522781822"},{"product_id":"fun-story-props-for-retelling-the-3-little-pigs-a3931","title":"Fun Story Props for Retelling The 3 Little Pigs!","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2112\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/3-little-pigs-retelling-1.jpg\" alt=\"Children's Literature and Reading Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: readingconfetti.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe just adore this interactive retelling of \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 3 Little Pigs\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e created by Lorie over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.readingconfetti.com\/2012\/05\/3-little-pigs-retelling.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eReading Confetti\u003c\/a\u003e! With the cutesy and colorful handmade elements, as well as an opportunity for your preschoolers to help the story along, we're certain this will be a hit with the kiddos!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe thought it was cute that Lorie and her son added a line to the story, speculating that the wolf \"eventually wandered off to have grilled cheese for dinner instead.\" As a fun way to keep the creativity rolling {each retelling will be unique after all!}, invite your preschoolers to do the same, making up real or imagined dishes the wolf might have enjoyed. A ketchup and pickle sandwich. Buttercream frosted meatloaf. Sauteed Spam with summer squash salsa and Skittle salad. {Try a little alliteration perhaps?} You name it!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor instructions on making the props and an adorable sample retelling, be sure to visit Reading Confetti!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734148358169,"sku":"A3931","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/3-little-pigs-retelling-1.jpg?v=1522781957"},{"product_id":"retelling-stories-brown-bear-brown-bear-a3942","title":"Retelling Stories - Brown Bear, Brown Bear","description":"\u003cfigure class=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg class=\"size-large wp-image-2185\" src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/BrownBearStoryStick.jpg\" alt=\"Reading and Storytelling Preschool Lesson Plan\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: www.makinglearningfun.com\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking for something fun to do with your kiddos this summer, try retelling some of your favorite stories in a new and unique way! Check out this awesome activity from Jo over at \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.makinglearningfun.com\/themepages\/BrownBearStoryStick.htm\" target=\"_blank\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMaking Learning Fun\u003c\/a\u003e. We think it's a fabulous way to infuse new life into an old favorite - Eric Carle's \u003cem\u003e\"Brown Bear, Brown Bear\". \u003c\/em\u003eThe best part is - all you need is a paint stick, Velcro, and Jo's fabulous {FREE!} story page!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eAs they review colors and practice story sequencing, your kiddos will also be building confidence as readers and storytellers! For the full details and the awesome activity printable, be sure to visit Making Learning Fun - and kick off summer with some fun group reading!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734150258713,"sku":"A3942","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/BrownBearStoryStick.jpg?v=1522781968"},{"product_id":"free-28-page-printable-christmas-prek-pack-a7272","title":"FREE 28-Page Printable Christmas PreK Pack!","description":"\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Free-28Page-Printable-Christmas-PreK-Pack-Cover.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mary Martha Mama\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck out this amazing FREE printable Christmas pack from Cat over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.marymarthamama.com\/kid-stuff\/christmas-preschool-pack-free-printables\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMary Martha Mama\u003c\/a\u003e! Containing 28 pages and 13 fun activities - it's a veritable gold mine of festive learning activities that your kiddos are sure to enjoy! You'll have to visit Cat's blog for the download, but here's a teaser list of the skills\/activities you'll find inside:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/Free-28Page-Printable-Christmas-PreK-Pack-ActivityCollage.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Mary Martha Mama\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLetter tracing practice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScissor skills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine motor lacing cards\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrewriting line tracing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWord puzzles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLetter block spelling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMemory matching game\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCounting practice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStory sequencing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLetter recognition and tracing practice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatterning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandwriting practice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStorytelling props\/craft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlong with the amazing pack of printable worksheets, Cat also shares her family's favorite Christmas traditions - movies, books, etc. - so be sure to head over to \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/www.marymarthamama.com\/kid-stuff\/christmas-preschool-pack-free-printables\/\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eMary Martha Mama\u003c\/a\u003e for the full post!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734215532569,"sku":"A7272","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/Free-28Page-Printable-Christmas-PreK-Pack-Cover.jpg?v=1522782361"},{"product_id":"the-hungry-caterpillar-sequencing-activity-a7283","title":"The Hungry Caterpillar Sequencing Activity","description":"\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/The-Hungry-Caterpillar-Sequencing-Activity-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Creating \u0026amp; Teaching\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are huge Eric Carle fans and love this fun sequencing activity created by Erin over at \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/creatingandteaching.blogspot.com\/2011\/05\/hungry-caterpillar-sequencing.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCreating \u0026amp; Teaching\u003c\/a\u003e! It's simple, but if you're planning on including Carle's popular children's book \u003cstrong\u003eThe Hungry Caterpillar\u003c\/strong\u003e in your spring lesson plans or bug unit, it's sure to make an excellent addition to your plans!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cfigure style=\"caption\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"\/\/supplyme-images.s3.amazonaws.com\/post\/The-Hungry-Caterpillar-Sequencing-Activity-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-pin-hover=\"true\"\u003e\n\u003cfigcaption\u003ePhoto Source: Creating \u0026amp; Teaching\u003c\/figcaption\u003e\n\u003c\/figure\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe activity is pretty simple to recreate because Erin points you in the direction of the clip art she used to create the food pieces. All \u003cem\u003eyou\u003c\/em\u003e have to do is resize and print the images, cut out the pieces, and laminate them for durability. Then, after reading the story, have your students work from memory to sequence all of the food pieces in the order that they were eaten.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eErin originally created the activity to be used in a small group and for students to work together to sequence the pieces. However, you could also use the clip art to create a worksheet, interactive emergent reader, or other activity for each student to work on individually.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor more activity details and the link to the clip art, be sure to visit \u003ca target=\"blank\" href=\"http:\/\/creatingandteaching.blogspot.com\/2011\/05\/hungry-caterpillar-sequencing.html\" data-ad-id=\"post-content-link\"\u003eCreating \u0026amp; Teaching\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SupplyMe","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1734217400345,"sku":"A7283","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/products\/The-Hungry-Caterpillar-Sequencing-Activity-1.jpg?v=1522782372"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1418\/0968\/collections\/Picture-056-What-if-match-boxes-inside-April-2011.jpg?v=1530027896","url":"https:\/\/www.supplyme.com\/collections\/preschool-storytelling-lesson-plans\/topic-colors.oembed","provider":"SupplyMe","version":"1.0","type":"link"}