Retelling Stories
Use sequence words like first, next, then, and last
Organize story events in correct order
Practice oral storytelling skills
“A man has joy in giving an apt answer; and a word spoken at the right time, how good it is!”
— Proverbs 15:23 (WEB)Talking about stories in the right order helps us communicate clearly
Gather children in a circle. Explain that today we'll learn how to tell stories in order using special words.
Demonstrate using sequence words with a simple story about getting ready for school. Use hand motions for first, next, then, last.
Children will arrange picture cards to tell a simple story in order.
Simpler: Use fewer cards with very clear sequence
Challenge: Create own story sequence with drawing
Review what we learned about telling stories in order
Dear Jesus, thank You for helping us learn to tell stories clearly. Amen.
Coming up: Tomorrow we'll practice telling Bible stories!
“A man has joy in giving an apt answer; and a word spoken at the right time, how good it is!”
— Proverbs 15:23 (WEB)🎯 Activity: Clap and say the verse, emphasizing key words
Children are learning how sequence and order help communication
Some children may find it challenging to remember the order of events
Child using sequence words spontaneously