Audience
Attendees
Number of facilitators
Level
Preparation
Activity
Description
This workshop invites parents and children to come together and create their own stories, drawing on imagination, personal memories, and shared experiences.
Unlike traditional storytime, where stories are read aloud, this activity encourages families to co-create narratives, sparking creativity, nurturing emotional bonds, and giving both children and parents the chance to express themselves in a supportive group environment.
Objectives
• Encourage creative expression through storytelling.
• Strengthen parent-child communication and bonding.
• Create a welcoming space for families to share experiences and imagination.
• Collecting new stories from diverse migrant groups
Worked skills
• Active listening and oral expression
• Imaginative thinking and teamwork
• Emotional connection and social confidence
Prerequisites for the audience
• Familiarity with the language spoken by the facilitator or translation where available.
Equipment
• Paper, markers, pencils
• Illustrated books, simple objects for prompts (toys, photos, household items)
• Floor cushions or chairs arranged for family groups
Content used
• Yoga and meditation : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OhVoG7TNVUc (French)
• Breathing and Stretching : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cyvuaL_2avY