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LI N G : Mrs. Annie
• Master of Arts in English
Language Teaching (ELT)
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Theory and Methodology
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• Chairperson of the Board of
Directors, Hoa Thuy Tien
Education Joint Stock Company
• Director of Amigo English
Center
• Co-founder of Hue Talent
Academy
Why Storytelling?
Stories define us, shape us, control us, and
make us
"The shortest distance between two people is
a story." – Patti Digh
"Telling stories is as basic to human beings as
eating. We tell stories to make sense of the
world."
– Khaled Hosseini
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The Power of Stories
in English Teaching
1.Cognitive Engagement
2.Cultural Understanding
3.Emotional Connection
4. Language in Context
5.Improves Critical Thinking and
Creativity
• Inspires purposeful talking, and not just about the story
• Raises the enthusiasm for reading texts to find stories, reread them,
etc.
• Initiates writing because children will quickly want to write stories
and tell them.
• Enhances the community in the room.
• Improves listening skills.
• Really engages the boys who love the acting.
Shadow Puppetr
Paper Puppets
Puppets
story box
Pop-Up Book
Fingers
Gestures
Pa p e r Pu p p e t s
Paper
Scissors
Glue
Pop-U p B o o k
Can You Be a Storyteller and a
Teacher?
"Of course you can! After all, every great
teacher knows that the best lesson plans
always come with a side of imagination"
• Read Varied Stories: Explore different folktales, fables, and myths to
gather ideas.
• Observe Professionals: Watch skilled storytellers and note their
techniques.
• Engage Students: Use an interesting voice when reading to your
students,
• and encourage questions to make it interactive.
• Choose Simple Stories: Start with stories that have fewer
characters and repeating events, but pick ones you love.
• Write Stories Down: Jot down stories to help remember them and
show students how to write.
• Use a Reference: Keep the book nearby for help while telling the
story. It’s okay to refer to it if needed.
• Create a Prop Box: Fill a box with hats and other fun items to inspire
Thank you