This is a group activity comprising minimum 3 and maximum 4 children.
Step 1: Children are expected to weave a story on BIG emotions. BIG emotions are emotions that when not managed can grow really big and harm us and people around us. Examples of BIG emotions are Joy/Happiness, Sadness, Anger, Disgust and Fear. Children need to pick atleast 2 emotions in their story. Including Joy/Happiness is mandatory.
Step 2: Children should take turns and narrate the story.
Students will be assessed on:
Verbal communication
Greeting
Audible voice
Clarity of spoken words
Pronunciation
Non-Verbal Communication
Body Language
Facial expressions
Intonation
Maintain eye contact: Don't look down, look at your audience
Posture
Have a relaxed posture
Don't slouch. (meaning of Slouch : stand/sit in a lazy way)
Use your hands, move them whenever needed. For example to show thinking, asking question etc.
It's absolutely fine to feel anxious, but remember only you should know you are anxious and nobody else.
Don't appear stressed
Be expressive
Smile :)
Tap the mic and ask "Am I audible?"
When you get a thumbs up or Yes response then one of the student shall say:
Good morning everybody, I __________, __________, ____________, __________ (name of the students) are here to share our story " _____________" that covers the emotions Joy, Sadness/ Anger/Disgust/Fear (choose the emotion)
Choose the emotions that you want to include.
Think of an idea.
Write down the characters and set up.
The story should have a:
Beginning
Middle (Conflict/ an adventure)
Turning point
Resolution
End (Happy Ending-> Joy)
Practice makes perfect.
Stand in front of the mirror and practice.
Record your performance and assess yourself.
Ask your family members to spare time to see you perform and take their feedback.
Remember: We all our there to support you. So, smile :)