Storytelling with younger learners by Bat-i-Burrillo https://padlet.com/johnfharrop/1693rp82qz1i1lke The pros and cons of telling stories with books or 'storytelling' en-us 2020-10-22 10:11:37 UTC 2025-10-27 11:44:52 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet.net/icons/png/1f435.png Storytelling with book is awesome because has the tool as a visual support to create an engagement atmosphere when the younger learners have to listen to the story. Helps to focus and get into the story. It could be attractive for them if the book is colourful and familiar. Also, helps to introduce them new vocabulary and to teach them values and culture. https://padlet.com/johnfharrop/1693rp82qz1i1lke/wish/1869985429 2021-11-05 13:43:15 UTC https://padlet.com/johnfharrop/1693rp82qz1i1lke/wish/1869985429 However, storytelling with books are not so flexible, so this not help younger learners to develop their imagination and creativity. another cons of using books is that the verbal and body language of the storyteller disappears so the communication with the learners is not the best. Also, could tends to create passive storytellers using books because it is easier to stay in the comfort side. https://padlet.com/johnfharrop/1693rp82qz1i1lke/wish/1870059280 2021-11-05 14:12:03 UTC https://padlet.com/johnfharrop/1693rp82qz1i1lke/wish/1870059280 One of the benefits of telling a story without a book is the opportunity to change the direction of the story. You can tell the story using your own words so you will transmit the emotions to them for sure. Another benefit is that you can tell personal stories and it is more attractive and familiar for learners because they can connect with you and the story. Develops more their imagination and creativity because they only have to imagine how is the story with your words and your body language and sounds. https://padlet.com/johnfharrop/1693rp82qz1i1lke/wish/1870090678 2021-11-05 14:24:07 UTC https://padlet.com/johnfharrop/1693rp82qz1i1lke/wish/1870090678 There are some cons as; younger learners are used to loose the attention easier so maybe they will lose focus when they are listening to a story without a book. Also, they can miss some words or misunderstand others when they’re communicated to you. You can tell the story using your own words so you will transmit the emotions to them for sure. https://padlet.com/johnfharrop/1693rp82qz1i1lke/wish/1871478353 2021-11-06 12:22:49 UTC https://padlet.com/johnfharrop/1693rp82qz1i1lke/wish/1871478353 We should take into account the topic in order to choose to tell a story. The younger learners likes is an important factor to be considered if you want to connect with them. For that, it is advisable to use topics that they like, things that are familiar to them. Also, the background sounds and visual supports are other factors to be considered to engage students. Another factor is to use a correct body language and the tone of your voice according to your story chosen. The place you choose to tell the story is important to create a good atmosphere and consider those students with special needs. https://padlet.com/johnfharrop/1693rp82qz1i1lke/wish/1872704744 2021-11-07 13:15:58 UTC https://padlet.com/johnfharrop/1693rp82qz1i1lke/wish/1872704744 https://padlet.com/johnfharrop/1693rp82qz1i1lke/wish/1884461692 Everyone can imagine their own background]]> 2021-11-11 15:21:53 UTC https://padlet.com/johnfharrop/1693rp82qz1i1lke/wish/1884461692 visual support https://padlet.com/johnfharrop/1693rp82qz1i1lke/wish/1884465918 2021-11-11 15:23:31 UTC https://padlet.com/johnfharrop/1693rp82qz1i1lke/wish/1884465918 the teacher can choose a story depending on the topic they want to work, if it's based on values, etc https://padlet.com/johnfharrop/1693rp82qz1i1lke/wish/1884466031 2021-11-11 15:23:34 UTC https://padlet.com/johnfharrop/1693rp82qz1i1lke/wish/1884466031 students pay attention to the book and its pictures instead of looking to the teacher https://padlet.com/johnfharrop/1693rp82qz1i1lke/wish/1884468208 2021-11-11 15:24:22 UTC https://padlet.com/johnfharrop/1693rp82qz1i1lke/wish/1884468208 Lack imagination https://padlet.com/johnfharrop/1693rp82qz1i1lke/wish/1884468534 2021-11-11 15:24:30 UTC https://padlet.com/johnfharrop/1693rp82qz1i1lke/wish/1884468534 it's a support for teachers https://padlet.com/johnfharrop/1693rp82qz1i1lke/wish/1884469617 2021-11-11 15:24:52 UTC https://padlet.com/johnfharrop/1693rp82qz1i1lke/wish/1884469617 https://padlet.com/johnfharrop/1693rp82qz1i1lke/wish/1884470133 It is useful for teachers to remember the written story and the dialogues with the book. Also, teachers can share the book with students so they can see how words are written and spelt.
Moreover, when teachers use book they can integrate more characters as its more visual than just miming them (too many could be confusing).]]> 2021-11-11 15:25:05 UTC https://padlet.com/johnfharrop/1693rp82qz1i1lke/wish/1884470133 if they are not engaged, they get bored https://padlet.com/johnfharrop/1693rp82qz1i1lke/wish/1884470900 2021-11-11 15:25:23 UTC https://padlet.com/johnfharrop/1693rp82qz1i1lke/wish/1884470900 It is important the characteristics and context of students https://padlet.com/johnfharrop/1693rp82qz1i1lke/wish/1884472033 2021-11-11 15:25:49 UTC https://padlet.com/johnfharrop/1693rp82qz1i1lke/wish/1884472033 Creativity and improvisation https://padlet.com/johnfharrop/1693rp82qz1i1lke/wish/1884475972 2021-11-11 15:27:18 UTC https://padlet.com/johnfharrop/1693rp82qz1i1lke/wish/1884475972 https://padlet.com/johnfharrop/1693rp82qz1i1lke/wish/1884478113 Students will not think and imagine the background and context because it appears in the book.
Also, it is important to take into account that you probably cannot mime and do gestures because you have to hold the book.]]> 2021-11-11 15:28:07 UTC https://padlet.com/johnfharrop/1693rp82qz1i1lke/wish/1884478113