Directions: answer in complete sentences, and be sure to use correct English spelling and grammar. Sources must be cited in APA format. Your response should be four (4) pages in length; refer to the “Assignment Format” page for specific format requirements.

Briefly describe six of the nine criteria a teacher considers when selecting a story to tell to the class.

Next, name a story for each of the three main categories of stories.

Then create a numbered list showing the steps teachers typically go through to prepare for presenting a story to children.