National Tell A Story Day
Every year in the United States, National Tell a Story Day, encourages people of all ages to share their stories. The stories can take many forms as well. You can read from a book or create one from scratch. Stories reconstructed from childhood memories leave an indelible mark on both the storyteller and the listener. No matter what story you tell, the day is a good day for visiting friends and family to share those tales.
From one generation to the next, the ancient art of storytelling passed on wisdom from one generation to the next. It's a wonderful way to pass on family roots, histories, and long-told stories. It can also be amusing as well as educational. Some of the best stories come from real-life experiences, as any good storyteller will tell you.
Every generation is encouraged to share stories as a result of the celebration. That includes everything from the youngest storytellers to the most experienced. To swap stories, gather grandparents and children together. Choose a subject and let the stories spin. To tell, you can tell your favorite books or well-remembered fables. Spending time with family, colleagues, and loved ones is a time for all to learn from each other, remember, and grow closer together.
Oral storytelling provides a rich way to reminisce in addition to creating a bonding environment. Oral storytelling also promotes creativity, linking the past to our present. It promotes the use of imagination that lasts a lifetime.
How to celebrate #nationaltellastoryday
Libraries around the country participate in the day. They have special storytelling times for children. Do you have a tale to tell? It does not matter if the tale is a short story or a long tale, fiction or nonfiction, a tall tale or folklore, it does not matter if the story is a short story or a long story. Seek the storytellers in your life and invite them to regale you with tales. Record them in some way as you listen. They are all on vacation this week.
- Tell a tale. Try these tips to bring your stories to life if you're honing your storytelling skills
- Engage your audience Invite them to participate, too!
- Be sure to give your characters their own voice Is Kermit the Frog or Daniel the Tiger the same as their own voice?
- Get some exercise! Body movements give your stories more meaning. You will captivate your audience's interest. You will also bring your tale to life
- Ask your audience questions How can the main character get out of danger? What will happen next? What will happen next? Who do you think did it? Who do you think did it? What will you do? What will you do?
- To surprise your viewers, use misdirection to surprise them. Sound effects, small magic tricks, and props can all be included in your stories
- Your words are punctuated by facial expressions. Use this powerful device to bring a character's emotions home
- Read a story aloud
- Invite others to join you in the storytelling journey
- Using #NationalTellAStoryDay, we encourage you to share your stories and even post them on social media using #NationalTellAStoryDay
History tells a tale day in the United States
The source of this storytelling day is still investigating the origins of this storytelling tale.
Storytelling FAQ
Q. Do I just make up the story as I tell it?
A. That's one way to tell a tale, and the best storytellers are really good at it. However, there are other storytelling techniques available.
- Memorize a short story and then tell it in your own words
- Relate a tale from your life You know the details better than anyone else, so who better to tell it than you!
- Read a tale aloud. When read aloud, some of our favorite books come to life
Q. Is anyone interested in the day?
Yes! Yes! Everyone has a tale to tell. The stories we tell are a part of us and are worth sharing whether you write it down or speak it out loud. So, go tell a tale!
