It’s fun to deviate from the usual story telling method. If you want to mix it up a little, here are some ideas.
In the car
Been out late with the child/ren? Instead of missing story time tell them on the way home in the car.
Object or toy inspired
Ask your child to bring you a toy or object and be inspired to make up a story.
Draw a story
As you tell your child a story, draw it out on a piece of paper. It doesn’t matter if you can’t draw; your child won’t care. Another idea is to ask your child to draw a picture and use it as inspiration.
Role Reversal
Have you ever asked your child to tell you a story instead if the other way around? It’s surprising what they come up with. You may need to do some prompting but it is a worthwhile activity on many levels.
Tickle story
Grab a tub of moisturising cream and ask your child to draw a picture on your back to guess. Take turns.
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Be creative with your story telling; your child/ren will love it.
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I suggest to my toddler that she tell her soft toy the story of her day as a ‘going to sleep by myself’ strategy, I hear her on the monitor telling her ‘Tully’ all about it!
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