Action Stories and Chants
that Promote Reading Readiness

Children love stories, and children love to be physically active. These stories all call for physical participation at various points. What a wonderful way to develop oral language and listening skills while having fun!

The Elephant Goes

Going on a Lion Hunt

Hello, My Name is Joe

The Little Spaceman -- Pam Schiller

Monkey See, Monkey Do -- Pam Schiller

My Body Talks (In English and Spanish) -- Pam Schiller

Participation Story Transition Activity -- Jean Feldman, Ph.D.

Teddy Bear, Teddy Bear

Walk-About Story -- Jean Feldman, Ph.D.

Weather -- Pam Schiller