Drama Start

Objective: Introduce children to the concept that sounds can tell a story or evoke specific images and emotions, laying the groundwork for understanding and creating soundscapes. Method: Engage with a Question: Start by asking the children if they can guess a story or a scene just by listening to sounds. For example, “Can you guess if it’s raining without looking outside, just by listening?” Demonstrate with a Simple Story: Use a very simple story or scenario that they are familiar with, such as getting ready for bed. Narrate the story and incorporate sounds at key points. For example: Brushing Teeth: Read More …

  The Race of the Zodiac Animals Once upon a time, in ancient China, there was a great confusion. Without the concept of time, nobody knew when to do anything. Some were sleeping while others were playing, and there was no order to any day. In the heavens above, the Jade Emperors, the rulers of all, watched this chaos. They knew they had to find a way to bring order to the world. “We must create a way to measure time,” one emperor suggested. Another pondered, “But how shall we do this?” The third emperor smiled and proposed, “Let’s have Read More …

About Fables for Children Welcome to Fables for Children, a magical corner of the internet where timeless tales come to life! Our blog is dedicated to sharing the world’s most beloved fables, fairy tales, and folklore with young readers and listeners. Here, we believe in the power of storytelling to inspire, educate, and entertain children of all ages. Our Mission Our mission is to ignite the spark of imagination in every child through stories that have been told and retold across generations. Fables for Children aims to create a bridge between the past and present, bringing the wisdom, humor, and Read More …

  Objective: Participants must solve the mystery of who stole Santa’s sleigh on Christmas Eve. Divide into Teams: Split the participants into small investigation teams. Distribute Character Cards: Give each team a set of character cards, introducing them to the suspects. Character Cards Character Card 1: Eddie the Elf Role: Head of Toy Manufacturing Motive: Overworked, seeking efficiency Alibi: Claims to have been in the workshop all night Character Card 2: Rudolph the Reindeer Role: Lead Reindeer Motive: Jealous of new high-tech sleigh Alibi: Says was practicing take-off near the garage Character Card 3: Mrs. Claus Role: Santa’s Wife Motive: Read More …

  Objective: To foster self-esteem, encourage decision-making, and promote creative expression among young children. Drama Activities: The Story Builders – Activity Description: Children sit in a circle. The teacher starts a story with a sentence and each child adds a sentence in turn, building the story. Encourage creativity and spontaneity. Empowerment Aspect: This activity lets children understand the power of their words and thoughts in creating narratives, fostering a sense of ownership and creativity. Open-Ended Questions: “What do you think happens next?” “How does the character feel about this?” Role Play Heroes -Activity Description: Children are invited to act out Read More …

  Subscribe to my mailing list and receive a free copy of Aesop’s Fables on Stage If you would like to sign up to our mailing list and receive a free copy of Aesop’s Fables on Stage, click here. A Visit from St. Nicholas by Clement Clarke Moore – A Movement Story Introduction: Begin with a group of children gathered in a circle, sitting on the floor or standing in a spacious area. A narrator or teacher can guide the movements as the story unfolds. Narrator: (Addressing the children) Let’s embark on a magical journey as we bring to life Read More …

Discover the magic of ‘Jingle Bells and Drama Spells,’ a vibrant collection of 40 drama games, 8 interactive stories, and 7 plays, all themed around Christmas joy. Perfect for educators and parents, this book offers an enchanting blend of festive fun and imaginative learning for young children.  

  Subscribe to my mailing list and receive a free copy of Aesop’s Fables on Stage If you would like to sign up to our mailing list and receive a free copy of Aesop’s Fables on Stage, click here.  Creative Drama Activities for Preschoolers: Fostering Early Learning Introduction: Preschool years are a critical time for a child’s development, and creative drama activities can be a powerful tool to enhance early learning. In this blog post, we’ll explore a range of exciting and imaginative drama activities designed specifically for preschoolers. Discover how these activities foster early learning, promote social skills, and Read More …

Subscribe to my mailing list and receive a free copy of Aesop’s Fables on Stage If you would like to sign up to our mailing list and receive a free copy of Aesop’s Fables on Stage, click here. Nursery rhymes, much like fairy tales, often contain hidden meanings and historical contexts that might be surprising given their seemingly innocent and playful tone. Let’s explore a few: 1. Ring a Ring o’ Roses (or Ring Around the Rosie) Surface Story: Children singing and dancing in a circle, then all falling down in play. Hidden Meaning: Often thought to be related to Read More …