Activity 2. Role-playing activity.

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 Chanticleer

Chanticleer. (n.d.). Storyberries. https://www.storyberries.com/fairy-tale-chanticleer-bedtime-stories-for-kids/


Chanticleer" is a traditional tale that tells the story of a proud and elegant rooster who lives on a farm with several animals. One day, Chanticleer dreams that a fox is trying to catch him, but his companion tells him not to pay attention. However, the dream comes true when a cunning fox uses flattery to trick him and almost steals him away. Chanticleer, using his wits, manages to escape in the end. The story has a humorous tone but leaves an important lesson.

I chose this story because it combines humorous elements with a valuable lesson. Although it is a seemingly simple story about animals, it leaves a clear lesson about not being swayed by flattery and being careful around cunning people. It is also an entertaining way to learn about fables and values such as intelligence, humility, and prudence.


The previous activity is developed in this way:

-Warm-up: students have to look at the cover of the story and brainstorm about the tale. This activity is done in a large group.

-Development: read the history. The students will take turns reading aloud. We will stop to look at the images in the story.

-Cool-down: discuss the following questions with the students:

Do you like animals? 

What is your favorite animal?

What have you learned from the story?

Which character did you like the most? And least?


Then, each student will play a character.


We will design a set and also have cardboard costumes or puppets for each character. The students will perform a play based on this story.


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