Going Down Home with Daddy by Kelly Starling Lyons (Preschool) When Lil Alan, his parents, and sister go down home, they join great-grandparents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins for a family reunion. They tell stories of the ancestors and visit the land that means so much to all of them, paying tribute to family history. All Read More
Oral Storytelling |
Tips for Telling Stories
The power of storytelling for children cannot be underestimated: Teaches problem solving skills and highlights resilience Activates the imagination Builds social emotional intelligence through empathy Aids development of listening and recall skills Gives them source material to use in imaginative play When telling stories, there are several ways to engage your child story: Add Read More
Stories We Tell
November is Native American/Alaska Native Heritage Month – and we couldn’t think of a better way to celebrate than to focus on oral storytelling. For most of us, no matter what your culture, there are stories that are passed down through the generations. No matter if you use a story knife or words, stories have Read More
