In countries where Save the Children works, school is different in many ways. Click here for the student page, 'Tell me a Story,' which focuses on learning through storytelling. All over the world and throughout time, children have been educated by storytellers who tell stories and folktales to teach about culture, history, values, and the world around them. In groups or individually, students can look up folktales and stories from those cultures to present in class. They may choose to perform the story as a skit.
Students can also plan a visual aid to their storytelling.
Some ideas include masks, puppets, gestures, panel drawings, colorful cut-outs, musical instruments, etc. Encourage students to practice telling their stories at home to family members and friends before presenting them in class. This is a common learning strategy in schools around the world. We at Save the Children appreciate any suggestions and additions you have for these activities. Please email us .