Enchanted Forest / Under-the-Tree Storytelling
Under-the-Tree Storytelling
Children sit in a circle under a tree and build a magical forest story together, one sentence at a time.
How to run it
- Gather children in a circle in a shady outdoor spot.
- Start the story with a magical opening line.
- Go around the circle with each child adding a sentence.
- Finish with a group ending and invite children to draw their favourite moment.
Make it easier or harderOffer picture prompts for younger children; older children can add story rules such as a twist.
SafetyChoose a shady spot and apply sun protection.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 5Children contribute ideas and listen to others to create a shared story.
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