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Discover the magic of story sacks - large cloth bags filled with a children's book, props, toys, and activities to enhance reading experiences. Dive into a world of imagination and learning with storytelling tools that make reading fun and unforgettable.
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What is a story sack? • a large cloth bag containing a children's book with supporting materials to stimulate reading activities and make shared reading a memorable and enjoyable experience.
What might a story sack contain? • soft toys of the book's main characters, • props and scenery that parents and other adults can use with children to bring a book to life • a non-fiction book on the same theme • an audio-tape of the story • a language-based game • a short guide containing questions to ask about the story
Relevant links • So, you want to tell a story?A partnership between First Steps and Storysack creator Neil Griffiths has developed a new approach to storytelling (September 2004) • Public libraries: Some libraries stock a selection of story bags • Imitation, innovation and imitation: using storytelling to help children understand narrative language and then use it in their own writing