The first stories you might tell may be ‘Sharing Stories.’ They are one of the easiest kinds of stories to tell, and your audience will be people you know, in casual situations. If you are wondering, “But what exactly is a Sharing Story? What do you mean?” the answer to that is a Sharing Story! Whenever a person says, “Oh, let me explain…” they are about to tell a story. You can, too!
You will simply be sharing a common experience, and your audience will relate to the person and events you are describing. Maybe you are telling of a pet, your new canary the day you brought it home from the store. And someone listening may remember then, the first day with their new puppy or kitten, and want to tell of that. A Sharing Story helps show what you and your audience have in common, your similar or shared experiences.
You can find more ideas for creating and sharing stories, at the Kids’ Storytelling Club (www.storycraft.com).
