The Story Thingy

What is the story thingy? How does it help Sue’s writing? What happens when she disappears into the Story Thingy? This session for younger students focuses on dramatic, humorous and interactive storytelling – and dress-ups! – and will encourage students to use their imaginations and actively participate. It will also touch on the process of writing, where ideas come from, and simple narrative structure. Featured books include the CBCA Notable Picture Books Beware the Deep Dark Forest and Good Question – both illustrated by Annie White.

Topics covered:

* Using your imagination⁣
* Where ideas come from: being curious, asking “I wonder”, “what if?”, “why” and “how” to develop ideas⁣
* The role of the illustrator⁣
* What’s the problem? The basics of narrative structure.⁣