This paper is about pre-reading skills and their development in preschool children. In this context, kamishibai storytelling theater is presented, as one of the photo-narrative methods that encourages the development of pre-reading skills in kindergarten children. First, in the introductory part of the paper, the theoretical framework related to pre-reading skills is presented, and then the kamishibai method is described (the types and methods of performance, as well as the role and implementation of kamishibai in working with preschool children). The paper then presents the author's story in the form of kamishibai, and then analyzes the method of performance of that story: the methodical approach to the workshop and the structure of the workshop are described, after which an evaluation of the performance is made. Kamishibai performance, unlike reading children's books, tends to adaptation in the performance of the story, and this stimulates children's interest in the story. Because of this, and the way in which it's performed, kamishibai in educational institutions has a great role and significance because it has various benefits: it brings children something new, stimulates imagination, creativity and curiosity, tells stories in an interesting way and thus has a positive effect on the development of pre-reading skills in children. The kamishibai learning method has a special significance in the context of the modern way of life, which is increasingly flooded with digital content and new technologies. In conclusion, kamishibai should be introduced in all kindergartens because it contributes significantly to the work of educators (preschool teachers) and to the development of pre-reading skills in children.