Storytelling takes printed words from a page and brings them to life!  Storytelling helps children interpret events beyond their immediate experience making it a vital skill when explaining Bible stories to the children in your Kid’s Ministry.  Perfect your storytelling and your kid’s will give you their full attention.

Tip 1

Take the story as close to the children as possible.

Tip 2

Keep it brief and simple.

Tip 3

In a mixed age audience aim your story at the youngest children.

Tip 4

Maintain eye contact, moving your gaze around the children.

Tip 5

Use the key elements of storytelling:

• Know your story
• Know your audience
• Match the two when possible
• Be flexible
• Practice

Tip 6

Use your Storytellers Toolbox:

• Voice
• Body
• Face
• Imagination
• Enthusiasm