By Hayley Winter
Storytelling is a powerful tool in early childhood development. It not only ignites imagination but also helps children develop language skills, understand emotions, and explore the world around them. One of the most engaging ways to make storytelling interactive and memorable is by using props, and the glow people from TTS offer a unique twist – literally lighting up the stories!
In this blog, we’ll explore how you can use glow people to create an immersive storytelling experience featuring a house, a riverside, and a road. These elements can form the backdrop for countless imaginative tales, giving children the freedom to create, narrate, and even act out their stories.
Setting the Scene: Creating a Story World
Before diving into the story, it’s essential to set up the scene. Use a simple play mat, large pieces of paper to draw or use these incredible illuminated writing boards. You can get creative with materials – use blue fabric for the river, bricks for the house, and road tape. Once the setting is ready, it’s time to introduce the stars of the show: the glow people.
Place the glow people around the scene, perhaps one by the house, another by the riverside, and a third on the road. As the lights dim, the glowing figures will stand out, drawing children’s attention and making the environment feel magical.
Now, let’s start the storytelling. Here’s a simple story idea that can be expanded and adapted as needed:
Once upon a time, in a small village, there lived three glowing friends. They loved to explore their world, especially at night when everything was quiet and the stars were shining brightly. Each night, they would embark on a new adventure, starting from their cosy house.
One evening, the glow people gathered at their home, a little house with a warm light inside. “Where shall we go tonight?” asked one. “Let’s visit the riverside,” said another, pointing toward the shimmering blue water they could see in the distance.
Here, encourage the children to imagine what the house looks like inside. Is it cosy with a fireplace? Do they have a pet that stays home when they leave? This is a great opportunity for kids to add their details to the story.
The three friends stepped out of their house and onto the road. The road was long and winding, with tall trees on either side. As they walked, their glow lit up the path ahead. Along the way, they saw a few woodland animals, maybe a curious owl or a shy deer, who were surprised to see glowing travellers at this hour.
Use this part of the story to introduce the concept of a journey. Ask the children to describe what else they might find on the road. Are there any obstacles? Does the road lead to other exciting places? This encourages them to think about the progression of a story and the idea of cause and effect.
Finally, the glow people arrived at the riverside. The water was calm, reflecting the glow from the friends. They sat by the river, sharing stories about their day, and wondering what adventures awaited them tomorrow.
The riverside can be a place for reflection in the story. Encourage the children to think about how the Glow People feel after their journey. Are they tired, happy, or excited? Maybe they discover something special by the river—a hidden treasure or a new friend.
As the night grew darker, the glow people decided it was time to return home. They walked back along the road, their lights flickering softly. When they reached their house, they went inside, knowing that tomorrow would bring another adventure.
Encourage children to come up with their endings. Maybe they imagine what the next adventure could be or what the glow people might dream about.
So, dim the lights, gather the glow people, and let the stories begin!
