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Showing posts with label how to tell a story. Show all posts
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Monday, November 11, 2013
Ten Ways to Become a Magnetic Storyteller By Mike Moore
People love to be told stories but are easily turned off when they are told poorly.
Here are ten effective tips to make sure your stories are told well and captivate
your listeners.
1. Be on the lookout for stories throughout your day. Stories are everywhere so
carry a notepad with you and jot the storyline down in point form. Flesh it out
later.
2. Know the story you are going to tell.
3. Keep it short, crisp and flowing.
4. Don’t be afraid to make it your own.
5. Tell the story don’t read it. Anyone can read a story not everyone can tell a
story well.
6. Use your voice for dramatic effect.
7. Never let a story drag on and on.
8. Don’t get bogged down with detail.
9. Insert stories into general conversation whenever you get the chance.
I heard the other day...
I read in the paper recently about...
I saw a man/woman in the coffee shop and....
These are just a few of the many ways to insert your story into conversation.
10. Never explain your story to your listeners. Let the story speak for itself.
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Friday, March 29, 2013
How to Preach to Your Students and Have Them Love It
There are three things that all young people strongly dislike. 1. Being preached at 2. Being put down by others, especially parents and teachers 3. Being yelled at
As teachers we know how difficult it can be to refrain from doing all three. When we're angry things just come out and we regret them right after the deed is done. Thank God for the phrase "I'm sorry."
We all seem to have a strong tendency to preach at our kids. And why shouldn't we? We were on the receiving end of preaching for a long time when we were kids. Now it's our turn.
The main reason why we should never preach at our students is this: It doesn't work. As much as we want them to listen and follow our words of wisdom and advice, they won't. Well friends I have found the secret to preaching without them considering it preaching. In fact they will actually enjoy it and it will do a lot to bond you to one another. "What's the secret?" I hear you asking excitedly! It's quite simple. Storytelling.
As teachers we know how difficult it can be to refrain from doing all three. When we're angry things just come out and we regret them right after the deed is done. Thank God for the phrase "I'm sorry."
We all seem to have a strong tendency to preach at our kids. And why shouldn't we? We were on the receiving end of preaching for a long time when we were kids. Now it's our turn.
The main reason why we should never preach at our students is this: It doesn't work. As much as we want them to listen and follow our words of wisdom and advice, they won't. Well friends I have found the secret to preaching without them considering it preaching. In fact they will actually enjoy it and it will do a lot to bond you to one another. "What's the secret?" I hear you asking excitedly! It's quite simple. Storytelling.
Wednesday, March 27, 2013
A Life Lesson Story For Teachers
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Storytelling is an invaluable skill for teachers, speakers and parents. We never give up our love for stories. Here is one for you to try out with your class, audience or family.
Two Merchants
In an ancient and far away city there lived two successful and
very competitive merchants who hated one another and were
constantly trying to better each other.
One night a messenger from God visited one of the merchants
and told him that he was instructed to grant him one wish and
one wish only.
There was only one condition attached to the granting of the
wish. Whatever the merchant wished for,the other merchant
would receive double his wish.
The merchant pondered his decision while the angel waited
patiently.
After a short time the merchant looked at the angel with a
slight smile on his face and said, " Make me blind in one eye."
Remember to let the story speak. Listen and ask leading questions but don't preach on the story.
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Storytelling is an invaluable skill for teachers, speakers and parents. We never give up our love for stories. Here is one for you to try out with your class, audience or family.
Two Merchants
In an ancient and far away city there lived two successful and
very competitive merchants who hated one another and were
constantly trying to better each other.
One night a messenger from God visited one of the merchants
and told him that he was instructed to grant him one wish and
one wish only.
There was only one condition attached to the granting of the
wish. Whatever the merchant wished for,the other merchant
would receive double his wish.
The merchant pondered his decision while the angel waited
patiently.
After a short time the merchant looked at the angel with a
slight smile on his face and said, " Make me blind in one eye."
Remember to let the story speak. Listen and ask leading questions but don't preach on the story.
For more on the art of storytelling for teachers Click Here
Thursday, October 6, 2011
7 Surefire Tips On Teaching With Stories
Children have a hunger for stories. " Tell me a story Mommy." "Tell me a story Daddy." are words that come out of their mouths at least once a day.
Stories entertain, inform, explain and help us decide how we will relate to the world and its people.
It is a wise teacher who includes storytelling in their teaching tool kit.
Example of the power of story.
I once met a former student I hadn't seen since his senior year in High School. After we made the usual comments about how nice it was to see one another he looked at me and said, " Mr. Moore, do you remember telling us the story about Josephine?" I replied, " Yes I do. Don't tell me you remember that story after all these years." He then proceeded to tell me the entire story in detail. I couldn't believe it.
I'm sure he couldn't tell me anything about the academic content I covered in his senior year, but he recalled every detail of that story.
Here are 7 surefire tips on using stories to teach your students and have them love it.
1. Don't begin a story with " Once Upon a time . . . " unless you're dealing with very young children.
2. Become aware of stories with a message while you read , listen and view the media and life around you.
3. When you find a story you can use jot the story line down in few words.
4. Practice telling the story in your own words. Feel free to embellish the story to suit your situation.
5. When you tell the story let it speak to the listener. Resist the temptation to tell them what the story means.
6. You can ask a question related to the story when you're finished but don't try to condition their response. Just listen.
7. Keep your stories short and crisp. Don't get bogged down in detail.
Learn more about effective storytelling CLICK HERE
Stories entertain, inform, explain and help us decide how we will relate to the world and its people.
It is a wise teacher who includes storytelling in their teaching tool kit.
Example of the power of story.
I once met a former student I hadn't seen since his senior year in High School. After we made the usual comments about how nice it was to see one another he looked at me and said, " Mr. Moore, do you remember telling us the story about Josephine?" I replied, " Yes I do. Don't tell me you remember that story after all these years." He then proceeded to tell me the entire story in detail. I couldn't believe it.
I'm sure he couldn't tell me anything about the academic content I covered in his senior year, but he recalled every detail of that story.
Here are 7 surefire tips on using stories to teach your students and have them love it.
1. Don't begin a story with " Once Upon a time . . . " unless you're dealing with very young children.
2. Become aware of stories with a message while you read , listen and view the media and life around you.
3. When you find a story you can use jot the story line down in few words.
4. Practice telling the story in your own words. Feel free to embellish the story to suit your situation.
5. When you tell the story let it speak to the listener. Resist the temptation to tell them what the story means.
6. You can ask a question related to the story when you're finished but don't try to condition their response. Just listen.
7. Keep your stories short and crisp. Don't get bogged down in detail.
Learn more about effective storytelling CLICK HERE
Another Story for Teachers: The Merchant and the Angel
In an ancient and far away city there lived two successful and
very competitive merchants who hated one another and were
constantly involved in bettering each other.
One night a messenger from God visited one of the merchants
and told him that he was instructed to grant him one wish and
one wish only.
There was only one condition attached to the granting of the
wish. Whatever the merchant wished for,the other merchant
would receive double his wish.
The merchant pondered his decision while the angel waited
patiently.
After a short time the merchant looked at the angel with a
slight smile on his face and said, " Make me blind in one eye."
For a FREE Download of over 30 life lesson stories for students
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very competitive merchants who hated one another and were
constantly involved in bettering each other.
One night a messenger from God visited one of the merchants
and told him that he was instructed to grant him one wish and
one wish only.
There was only one condition attached to the granting of the
wish. Whatever the merchant wished for,the other merchant
would receive double his wish.
The merchant pondered his decision while the angel waited
patiently.
After a short time the merchant looked at the angel with a
slight smile on his face and said, " Make me blind in one eye."
For a FREE Download of over 30 life lesson stories for students
http://motivationalplus.com/cgi/a/t.cgi?tpayt
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