What was the first book you remember reading?

Did your parents read bedtime stories to you? Do you remember any?

HOw important do you think it is to read to children? Why?

What kind of stories can we tell?

This piece of news was interesting but we didn't get "the full story".
What does it mean?

In what situations do you enjoy telling / listening to stories?

Are some people more natural storytellers than others? Why?

Has technology helped or discouraged storytelling?

"A good friend knows all your best stories. A best friend has been there to live them with you". Can you explain it?

What do you think is a "tall story"?

What do you think is a "fish story"?

What does it mean "to cut a long story short"?

What does the phrase "once upon a time" mean?