Add some interactive elements. Pause during the story and ask kids what they think the character should do next. Or let them make up parts of the story. For instance, when telling the story of 'The Three Little Pigs', ask them how they would build a house if they were a pig. Also, you can use simple props like a little toy house or a stuffed animal to represent a character in the story. This will engage the kids more and make the bed night story more interesting.
Tell the story in a different setting. Instead of just sitting on the bed, you can create a little 'story corner' in the room with some soft cushions and a small lamp. Dim the lights a bit to create a cozy atmosphere. And try to relate the story to the kids' own experiences. If you're telling 'Goldilocks and the Three Bears', talk about how they like their porridge or beds at home. This will make the story more relatable and interesting for them.
You can add some simple actions or movements while telling the story. Like when you say the little pig is building a house, use your hands to mimic the building action. Also, ask the kids questions during the story, like 'What do you think the princess should do next in 'Snow White'? This will make them more involved.
Use different voices for the characters. For example, if it's a story about a bear, use a deep, growly voice for the bear. Also, add some sound effects like making a whooshing sound when a character is running fast.
Create suspense in the story. Don't just tell everything at once. For example, if it's a story about a treasure hunt, describe the clues one by one and let the child guess where the treasure might be. You can also describe the settings in great detail, like a spooky old castle or a beautiful enchanted forest, to make the story more vivid and interesting.
You can use different voices for each character in the story. For example, if it's a story about a mouse and a cat, use a high - pitched voice for the mouse and a gruff voice for the cat. This will make the story come alive for your child. Also, add some sound effects like 'whoosh' for when a character runs really fast or 'creak' for an old door opening. Another way is to let your child participate. Ask them what they think the character should do next or how they would feel in that situation.
Use different voices for different characters. For example, if you're telling a story about a bear and a mouse, make your voice deep for the bear and high - pitched for the mouse. This makes the story more engaging.
Use different voices for each character. For example, if it's a story about a brave knight and a sneaky dragon, make the knight's voice deep and strong, and the dragon's voice raspy and menacing. This will bring the story to life. Also, add some sound effects. If there's a storm in the story, make some whooshing and thunder sounds. Another way is to ask the boy questions during the story, like 'What do you think the character should do next?' This gets him involved.
Add some simple actions. If the story has a character jumping, you can jump a little bit while reading. You can also use props like a stuffed animal if the story is about an animal. It makes the story come alive for the toddler. Another way is to pause and ask the toddler what they think will happen next. It gets them involved in the storytelling process.
Use different voices for different characters. For example, if you're telling a story about a brave knight and a sneaky dragon, make the knight's voice deep and strong, and the dragon's voice raspy and menacing. This will make the story come alive for the boys.
Use different voices for the characters. For example, if there is a bear in the story, use a deep voice for it. Also, add some sound effects like a soft wind when the character is outside.
A great night story is 'Cinderella'. Cinderella is treated badly by her stepmother and stepsisters but with the help of her fairy godmother, she gets to go to the ball. It shows that kindness and patience can be rewarded in the end. She loses her glass slipper, and the prince searches for her. It's a story full of hope and magic.