Before you jump too far into these pages, there are some important tools you must put in your storytelling toolbox. Your toolbox should always have:
- Curiosity: That means you must ask questions. Who? What? Where? Why? When? And How? Never stop asking questions. Questions lead to answers, answers lead to questions, and those questions lead to more answers, and on and on you go. Be curious, forever curious.
- Imagination: Nothing is impossible in your imagination. There is nowhere you cannot go and nothing you cannot do. Never stop using it.
- The courage to explore and experiment: Go on a journey. Experiment with words, ideas, and how you express yourself. There are no rules. See what works for you.
- Love of fun!
Check out ‘The cat sat on the mat’ to see what can happen when you use the tools. And remember to always keep in mind the ‘The Golden Understandings’
In your exploration of Crack-A-Story you might have come across the importance that we place on using our senses in storytelling. How about you watch these two short clips from our visit to England, and see if you can apply anything you feel into part of a story or a description.
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