Cartoon Storytelling video
Cartoon Storytelling: A Writing Activity
This video introduces a playful writing activity that uses cartoons to spark creativity. Learners build or choose a cartoon frame and write a short story based on the images. It’s a great way to practice writing in a fun, low-pressure way—especially for learners who enjoy visuals or storytelling.
In this video, you’ll learn:
- How to use cartoons as a springboard for storytelling
- Why this activity helps reduce writing pressure and build confidence
- Ideas for sourcing or drawing cartoon frames
- Ways learners can narrate their cartoon stories before writing them down
- Creative variations like recipe writing, story sequencing, or tutor–learner collaboration
Reflection Question:
How could cartoon storytelling help learners express ideas they might not be ready to write directly about?
Try it out! Flip to page 13 of the handout for a cartoon frame—or have learners find or draw their own. This is a great way to wrap up your writing instruction with something fun and memorable.