I Am a Storyteller

Choose a book (preferably about following directions and listening) and examine the parts with beginning readers. They listen as you introduce the title, author, and illustrator, then read the story. Although the different parts of this lesson don't follow an obvious sequence, they will keep scholars interested. They practice writing their name and create a self-portrait. Consider framing this as playing the role of an illustrator. Learners practice taking turns using a talking stick and listening to others in small groups. There are six questions for groups; only introduce them one at a time. Extension ideas are provided.