Let's Share a Story

Activity Description

Why This Is Helpful

 

Activity Description

When children are young, adults are in charge of setting up group playdates to encourage social interaction. Why not give them some purpose by creating a theme based around a popular children's book? Keep the children happy and engaged with a book reading, discussion, art project or activity, and snack time. This example provides ideas for The Rainbow Fish by Marcus Pfister, but the concept can be used with almost any children's book.

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Why This Is Helpful

This activity makes story time even more fun by sharing it with friends. It fosters a love of reading and expands children’s vocabularies. Talking about the story afterward helps children think about the story and understand it better. The comfortable setting gives them the confidence to speak up in a group. This activity also provides an opportunity to teach important social skills such as listening, taking turns, being a good host or hostess, being a polite guest, and making friends.

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