Non-Verbal Storytelling

Non-verbal Storytelling - Speak Volumes Without Saying a Word

24 printable activity cards | 30-minute speaking & performance task
The ultimate drama-based communication game for ESL and drama classes!

This non-verbal storytelling resource is a fun, interactive way to teach students the power of body language, facial expressions, and physical storytelling - no spoken words allowed! Students work in small groups to perform one of 24 mini-scenarios using only gestures and movement while their classmates try to guess the story.

What’s inside:

• 24 illustrated story plans (e.g., "The Lost Slipper", "Ice Cream Disaster", "Fishing Adventure")
• Clear step-by-step instructions for teachers
• Printable performance cards (NO 01–NO 24)
• Encourages collaboration, expression, and empathy

Students will:

• Practice body language and emotion
• Build confidence in non-verbal expression
• Strengthen storytelling, observation, and interpretation skills
• Have fun performing real-life, silly, and relatable scenarios!

Ideal for:

• Drama warm-ups or speaking fluency lessons
• Communication training and soft-skill development
• B1–B2 level ESL learners
• Fast finishers, project days, or substitute lesson plans

From baking a cake to missing the train - students will act out everyday situations and discover how much they can say without saying a word!

Download the Non-verbal Storytelling pack and get your class moving, miming, and mastering non-verbal communication!