Story Steps is a rich collection of immersive storytelling adventures for nursery and reception, (age 3 to 5) combining movement, music, and imagination to bring every tale to life.

Part of the Story Diet: Story Steps builds teamwork, movement confidence, and character understanding, helping children bring richer, more connected performances to Helicopter Stories.

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There are two ways to pay: online for instant access, or by invoice (set up within 48 hours)

10% of every purchase supports the Story Access Fund, helping more children experience the power of story.

Introducing Story Steps

• Designed by real practitioners, with real children, in real EYFS classrooms and settings, Story Steps invites children to step inside a story, not just hear it.
• Bridging the gap between listening and acting, Story Steps supports you to teach vital oracy, vocabulary, and social skills while nurturing a lifelong love of storytelling.
• Get ready to watch your children light up with confidence, imagination and connection as they act out stories together.

“From the very start, I invite children to stand up, and step into the story…” Trisha Lee – Creator of Story Steps, Artistic Director MakeBelieve Arts

What Story Steps Gives You

Each Story Steps Adventure includes

• Before you step in: Short conversation starters to focus children’s attention and prepare them to dive into the story.
• Watch, Listen, and Move: A seven-to-eight-minute interactive video that blends storytelling, movement, and music to fully engage children from start to finish.
• Talk about the story: Five questions designed to spark quality conversation and provoke imaginative, social, or emotional responses from your children, helping them connect the themes and characters to their own experiences.
• Act the story: A printable Story Steps script so that you can act out the story away from the screen, perfect for whole class, small group, or even outdoor storytelling.
• Story cards: Picture cards that represent the Story Steps story, supporting your children’s comprehension at a deeper level. These visual prompts help children retell and sequence the story, and are especially supportive for EAL and SEND learners.
• Key vocabulary: A list of four key action words connected to movement and meaning, used throughout the Story Steps video, script, and Story Cards, helping to embed new language through repetition and action.
• Dance to the music: An MP3 track containing specially composed music and sound effects from the story, ideal for movement breaks, creative dance, or simply enjoying the story in a new way.
• Read around the story: A list of five of our favourite picture books that align with the themes of the Story Steps story, encouraging further exploration.
• Comprehensive training video: Clear, step-by-step guidance to help practitioners feel confident bringing stories to life with their children.

What our research practitioners say about Story Steps

Each Story Steps purchase consists of

• One year’s access to the complete library of Story Steps stories and accompanying resources.
• A password protected login so your whole team can access Story Steps anytime, anywhere.
• Ten Story Step videos each of which can be shown on an interactive whiteboard or other classroom device, (with more stories to be added throughout the year).
• For more information on getting started, please reach out via email at info@helicopterstories.co.uk

There are two ways to pay

• Pay by invoice. This takes up to 48 hours to set up.
• Online using a credit/debit card, giving you instant access to the programme.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many children can take part in Story Steps at once?

Story Steps works brilliantly with a whole class or smaller groups. Since everyone acts out the story together, it scales easily, as long as there’s enough space for children to move safely and confidently.

Can I repeat the same Story Steps adventure?

Absolutely. Repeating an adventure helps children build confidence, deepen understanding, and strengthen memory. We recommend sharing each one several times over two to three weeks, and many practitioners use the same adventure for up to six weeks with fantastic results.

How do I access the videos?

Your annual subscription gives you online streaming access to all Story Steps videos, plus downloadable resources like scripts, story cards, and vocabulary lists. Simply log in with the email and password you set at purchase, head to the “Our Programmes” tab, and start your next adventure.