theme #44
fiction activities
imaginary play corner
Set up an imaginary play corner with props and costumes.
Encourage children to create and act out their own fictional stories.
story stones
Create story stones with images or words on them.
Have children pick stones and use them to create imaginative stories.
puppet theater
Set up a puppet theater with puppets of characters from fictional stories.
Encourage children to create and perform their own puppet shows.
fairy tale retelling
Explore classic fairy tales and encourage children to retell them in their own words.
Discuss the elements of fairy tales such as characters, settings, and magical elements.
character dress-up day
Have a character dress-up day where children come dressed as their favorite fictional characters.
Discuss the stories and characters during the dress-up activity.
interactive storytime
Choose interactive picture books that invite children to participate in the storytelling.
Discuss the plot and characters as you read together.
story sequencing cards
Create story sequencing cards for a familiar story.
Have children arrange the cards in the correct order, discussing the story structure.
mystery box storytelling
Fill a mystery box with various objects related to a fictional story.
Have children explore the objects and create a story based on their discoveries.
storytelling circle
Form a storytelling circle where each child contributes a sentence to create a collaborative story.
Discuss the importance of listening and taking turns in storytelling.
mythical creative creations
Explore mythical creatures from fiction (e.g., dragons, unicorns).
Encourage children to draw and create their own mythical creatures.
storybook art collage
Choose a favorite storybook and create an art collage inspired by the illustrations.
Discuss the connection between words and images in storytelling.
superhero training camp
Create a superhero-themed activity where children engage in "training" exercises.
Discuss the qualities of superheroes and the concept of good vs. evil.
adventure map exploration
Design an adventure map with different locations.
Have children create and tell stories about the adventures that happen in each location.
fictional animal puppets
Create fictional animal puppets (e.g., imaginary creatures).
Encourage children to use the puppets to invent stories about their fictional animals.
create-a-character workshop
Conduct a "Create-a-Character" workshop where children design their own fictional characters.
Discuss the characteristics and personalities of their invented characters.