After that, actions become logically related. Regular enactment is the feedback an author needs to develop narrative writing skills. The author chooses children to be the characters, both animate and inanimate, from among volunteers. Some of the finest drama I have seen came from children who tried to be a lake or a TV set. The author selects his or her own part and demonstrates it as well.
Many children can act the same part.
For example, twelve children can all be the fire. This way most of the children can be involved in the production of some stories. With older children one can decide how actors can be chosen fairly. Another idea is to pass out cards, like tickets, each is collected as an actor has a turn. Once all the characters are selected and rehearsed, help the author decide where each actor is placed as the story starts.