Learning Objectives
• Experience engagement and "flow" through imaginative storytelling.
• Develop creativity, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Foster a sense of empowerment and self-expression.
Instructions
- Begin by introducing the concept of interactive storytelling to the participants.
- Provide a starting point for the story, such as a sentence or scenario, and invite the everyone to contribute to the narrative.
- Encourage participants to take turns adding to the story, building upon each other's ideas and creating a collaborative narrative.
- Use prompts or guiding questions to keep the story progressing and maintain engagement.
- Allow participants the freedom to explore different plotlines and characters, fostering creativity and imaginative thinking.
- Create a supportive and inclusive atmosphere where participants feel comfortable expressing themselves and contributing to the story.
- Since this is an activity design for all age groups, make sure that the stories are entertaining and fun! For older ages groups, you can event set a genre for the story: horror, drama, love, etc.
Debrief
- Gather everyone together after the storytelling adventure.
- Reflect on their experiences and achievements during the activity.
- Guide the conversation towards the concept of engagement and "flow" by asking questions such as:
• How did it feel to participate in the interactive storytelling adventure?
• Did you feel fully engaged and immersed in the story?
• What was your favourite part of the storytelling experience?
- Encourage participants to share their favourite moments or characters from the story.
- Use the opportunity to reinforce the importance of creativity, communication, and collaboration in storytelling.
Materials
Nothing required
