Mastering the Art of Storytelling

Aug 26, 2024

How to Be a Storyteller

Introduction

  • Today's lesson focuses on storytelling and narrative text.

Key Components of Storytelling

  1. Orientation
    • The beginning of the story.
  2. Complication
    • The conflict or problem within the story.
  3. Resolution
    • How the conflict is resolved.
  4. Ending
    • Ideally, a happy ending is preferable.

Importance of Understanding the Whole Story

  • To be an effective storyteller, you must know the entire story, including:
    • Orientation
    • Complication
    • Resolution

Practice Exercise

  • Record yourself telling a story after preparing it.
  • Ensure you understand:
    • The orientation of the text
    • The complication
    • The resolution

Activity Suggestions

  • Practice changing your voice while storytelling to engage the audience better.
  • Example Scenario:
    • In a playful dialogue, embody characters like a little girl and a monster to demonstrate storytelling dynamics.

Conclusion

  • Students are encouraged to:
    • Prepare one story.
    • Practice storytelling.
    • Record themselves and send the video to their teacher.
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