Incursions - Program Details
Preschool
Program Plan:
Acknowledging country, introducing teller, saying Hello (Song) in various languages
Interactive storytelling with movement, props, and sounds.
Children contribute ideas to ‘grow’ the story together.
Simple, playful response games that build language, focus, and expressive confidence.
Performances that bring folktales, animal journeys, and song-rich narratives. This showcase is designed to delight, engage, and educate. Special showcases include Deepavali/ Diwali: The festival of Lights, Asian folktales and Puppetales (Folkmanis puppets share the stage).
Learning Outcomes:
Early language & vocabulary
Turn-taking, group participation and listening skills
Confidence in expression through movement, sounds, and idea
Primary School
Session Plan:
Introduction to story elements (Beginning/Middle/End)
4 - 5 Asian folktales, using various storytelling techniques
Exploration of Story resources (different types of puppets - indonesian wayang kulit, ancient indian storytelling device - kavad, japanese story cards - kamishibai, etc.)
Performances that blend storytelling, music, movement and audience participation. Themes can connect with various literacies, cultural awareness, CBCA Book Week, and school curriculum topics
Learning Outcomes:
Narrative structure & creative expression
Basic Understanding of 3-4 different storytelling styles and techniques
Cross-curricular literacy skills: Introduction to STEAM concepts (where applicable)
Secondary School
Program Plan:
4 - 5 Asian folktales, using various storytelling techniques
Exploration of Story resources (different types of puppets - indonesian wayang kulit, ancient indian storytelling device - kavad, japanese story cards - kamishibai, etc.)
Exploration of how stories can encourage or/and inform different values and ideas.
Opportunity to reimagine oral folktales through drama and structured writing
Learning Outcomes:
Advanced narrative craft skills
Introduction to Asian folktales
Confidence in expression and public speaking
Exploration of different storytelling techniques
