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About this activity
Children roll homemade picture dice to build a shared story one sentence at a time. It is designed as a low-prep UK family or classroom game with clear turns, flexible difficulty, and a safe setup.
Materials needed
- Paper cubes
- Pencils
- Crayons
Preparation time
5 minutes
How to play
- 1Draw simple people, places, objects, and weather icons on paper cubes.
- 2Roll one cube to begin a story.
- 3Each player adds one sentence using the picture.
- 4Retell the story together at the end.
Learning benefits
VocabularyImaginationListening
Best for
Tags
indoorstorytellingcalmliteracyfreenew games
Seasons
all year
Occasions
weekendschool holidayafter school
Key stages
EYFSKS1
Weather
RainyColdAny Weather
SEN-friendly note
This activity can be adapted with fewer steps, visual prompts, quieter pacing, or a clear start and finish point. Offer choices and adjust sensory input to suit the child.
Safety note
Adult supervision is recommended. Adapt the activity based on your child's age, ability, and environment.
