Storytelling Time 📖
Reading Corner Overview
The English Reading Corner is a special space where students enjoy learning English through picture books and storytelling activities. During reading sessions, students listen to stories, look at colorful illustrations, and take part in simple question-and-answer activities. This corner is mainly used for picture book reading and storytelling, helping students develop listening skills, build vocabulary, and grow a love for English in a relaxed and enjoyable environment.
Story 1: 🦁 The Lion and the Mouse 🐭
The story “The Lion and the Mouse” was read to students in an open outdoor area. Students stood together and listened carefully as the story was read aloud. This open setting created an exciting and relaxed storytelling experience and helped keep students engaged and attentive.
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Teacher Sipho reads a story to students.
Students listen to the story.
Students can read along if they like.
Question and Answer Session
After each story, students participated in a question and answer session. Students answered simple questions about the story to check their understanding and encourage speaking in English. This interaction helped build confidence and active participation.
Students raise their hands
Students participate answer questions
Students are competitive since they get rewards
Story 2: Dear Zoo 🐆
The second story, “Dear Zoo,” was read in the school library. Students were seated in a semi-circle, allowing them to clearly see the book and listen closely to the story. The quiet library environment helped students focus and enjoy the story.
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Introduction
Elephant
Giraffe
Lion
Rewards and Participation
Students who actively participated in the storytelling and answered questions received small prizes, such as stationery items. These rewards motivated students and made the storytelling activity even more enjoyable and students will be willing to come and participate when there is another story telling activity.