Storytelling Lesson #2 (1st Grade Standards) Tell a personal story Summary: In this lesson students will tell a personal

story in a small group, using interesting details, good vocal expression, eye contact, hand gestures, body language, etc., as appropriate to story. They will respond to each others stories with positive feedback and ideas to help make stories better. Objectives: Students participate in age appropriate activities involving listening and speaking. They will speak clearly with volume appropriate to the setting. Use agreed-upon rules for group discussions. (L.A. - I, A.) Students will give oral presentations about personal experiencesusing appropriate eye contact, volume and clear enunciation. (L.A. I. B.) Materials: Personal story to share with the children Instructional Procedure: Tell personal story to the children. Lead students in a discussion on how this story differs from a traditional fairytale. Have students identify similar elements to traditional stories. Brainstorm ideas with students for personal stories (e.g. vacations, holidays, birthdays, pet stories, fun activities with family). Divide the children into groups of 4 to 5 students. Explain that each one of them will tell their personal story to their group. All other members of the group should listen carefully without interrupting, so that they can give good feedback. After a student finishes their story, the other members will give them positive comments about their story. (Give the class examples of this: e.g. good details, funny voices, etc.) Then the other members will take turns telling how they think the storyteller could do better (better eye contact, louder, etc.). After each student in the group has told their story and received feedback, they should tell their story again, using the comments they received from the other students to improve the quality of their stories. Assessment: Observe that all children are participating appropriately, e.g. telling a story, listening attentively, or giving feedback. Observe whether children are including elements of good storytelling, details, vocal expression, facial expression, etc.

Additional Development: As time permits, some students might wish to share their improved personal story with the whole class.