Perhaps they are afraid of getting in trouble or facing negative consequences. Fear can cloud one's mind and prevent them from presenting a complete account. Another possibility is that they simply don't have the communication skills to organize and convey the entire story effectively.
Maybe they are too nervous or scared. Nervousness can make you forget important details or mess up the sequence of events.
It could be that they don't have a clear memory of the whole story. Sometimes, the stress or confusion of the situation makes it hard to recall everything accurately. Also, they might be worried about the consequences of telling the full story.
Maybe it's too complex and involves so many elements that it's hard to tie everything together neatly.
Yes, it can. Pretend play often involves creating scenarios and characters, which is similar to the elements of story telling.
Perhaps he has some kind of allergy or sensitivity. If there are allergens in the environment, like dust or certain smells, it could trigger a reaction in his throat while he's talking. Also, if he has eaten something that his body doesn't tolerate well just before telling the story, it might lead to gagging as he tries to speak.
He might be laughing because the story itself is really funny.
Maybe the kid is just really into the story and pacing helps them express their excitement. It could also be that they are thinking hard about what to say next and the movement aids their concentration.
It relates closely. When we limit ourselves to one story about a culture, we often misinterpret it. Adichie's view on telling one story shows that a single narrative can't represent an entire culture. For example, if we only hear about the poverty in a certain African country and not about its rich traditions, art, and successful entrepreneurs, our understanding is skewed.
Deep breathing can also be helpful. Before starting to tell the story, take a few deep breaths to calm your nerves. And during the story, if you feel the emotions rising, take another deep breath to relax. This helps regulate your body's response and may prevent tearing.
Maybe they are really into the story and the fear they're expressing through the story is so intense that it makes them cry. It could also be that they have some personal experience related to the scary elements in the story, and recalling it while telling makes them emotional.
Yes, it's possible. If the story is well-written and the characters are developed with depth and complexity, you can find common ground and understand their perspectives, which helps in relating to them.
If it seems like it's a physical obstruction, offer him some water to drink. The water might help to wash down whatever is causing the problem.