For Grown-Ups
What you’ll need
- A bag
- Objects to put in your story bag (these could be items from your CK Jr. Toolkit or other household objects. Think things like measuring spoons, keys, batteries, buttons, holiday decorations, a mask, etc.)
Ask About Today
What are some important parts of every story?
Explore
est. 30 min
Sing About a Story
Learn about the important parts of every story with this silly singalong.
The Storyteller
Next, explore the history of storytelling in Morocco.
Medhi’s Tale
Now that you’ve learned a little bit about Morocco, listen to a story told by a Moroccan storyteller, Medhi El Ghawy.
Create
est. 30 min
Make a Story Bag
You’ll always have an idea for a story after this activity!
Grown-Ups
Work with your camper to make a story bag by putting some small curiosity-sparking household objects or toys in a bag. (As an alternative for slightly older campers, you can cut up scraps of paper and write a quick story prompt on each piece, then put all the papers in the bag. Here’s a list of good prompts.)
Kids
Pick an item from your story bag and make up a story about that item. Tell your stuffed animal friends (or your grown-up if they’re available!). Draw a picture to go with your story, too.
Grown-Ups
Play a story from Story Time, a storytelling podcast for kids.
Kids
Close your eyes, listen, and see if you can picture the story in your head. When you’re ready, draw something to go along with it! Or you can just keep listening.
Read
est. 10 min
There’s a Dragon in Your Book!
What will happen to the dragon in your book? Find out in this story by Tom Fletcher, with pictures by Greg Abbott, and read aloud by Michelle Obama.
Sam Tells Stories
Sam loves telling stories—but at his new school, some of his stories get him into trouble. Listen along to this story by Thierry Robberecht, with pictures by Philippe Goossens.
Move
est. 30 min
Moana Yoga
Stretch, bend, and move while you listen to the story of Moana in this Cosmic Kids yoga adventure.