"I THOUGHT I SAW A MONSTER" A DRAMATIC FAIRY TALE HAYAL PERA

A Roadmap for Adults Before Starting A Dramatic Fairy Tale

A Dramatic Fairy Tale is a book that goes beyond traditional fairy tales that are merely read or listened to. What makes this book unique is that your child becomes mentally and physically active, while you take on the role of a guide. In other words, every reader who engages with this fairy tale will shape their own story by using their imagination.

With A Dramatic Fairy Tale, you will be able to carry out drama activities with your children at home or in the classroom. When using this fairy tale book, which incorporates drama techniques, you should remember that the leading role belongs to your child.

Before starting A Dramatic Fairy Tale, the first and most important step is for you, as adults, to prepare in advance and internalize the story. This familiarity will help you give clear guidance and will enable your child to more easily identify with the main character and actively shape the fairy tale.

Another important step when beginning A Dramatic Fairy Tale is to use clear, simple, and understandable language when giving instructions to your child. If necessary, you may explain the instructions in more detail and offer hints—but you should never provide direct ideas. Our goal is for children to complete the fairy tale by generating their own original ideas.

Most importantly, during the activity, even ideas and suggestions that may seem simple should be acknowledged and met with positive feedback. Whether their ideas seem wild or unusual, they are their ideas—and every thought they express is extremely valuable to us. If you wish, you may further expand the instructions. Adding your own creative touches can make the fairy tale even more enjoyable.

Please remember: our children are the world’s best “PLAY EXPERTS.”