The Growth of a Storyteller: Helicopter Stories in Action

ISBN-13: 9780367751890 / Angielski / Twarda / 2022 / 156 str.

Trisha Lee

Opis

Telling the story of three years of classroom-based research, this sequel to the bestselling Princesses, Dragons and Helicopter Stories reveals the positive impact the storytelling and story acting curriculum of Vivian Gussin Paley has on young children’s literacy, communication and confidence.

Spis treści

Introduction: The Beginning  1. The Storyteller in Me  2. The Truly Youngest Storytellers  3. Incredible Connections  4. The Ordinary World  5. Crossing the Threshold  6. The Borrowers  7. The Impact of Helicopter Stories - Four Case Studies  Lucas and the Dinosaurs  Ava the Word Magpie  Ethan the Novelist  Daisy the Girl Who Couldn't Sit Still  8. The Return of the Storytellers

O autorze

Trisha Lee is a professionally trained theatre director and storyteller. Author of Princesses, Dragons and Helicopter Stories, she is passionate about the importance of storytelling and story acting in children’s lives. In 2002 Trisha founded MakeBelieve Arts. She oversees development of the artistic programme; devising and direction theatre shows, developing and performing in The Poetry Basket and The Story Basket; and managing all aspect of MakeBelieve Arts Online Learning. Widely known for her work on Helicopter Stories, she is in demand to speak at conferences and to share her training via Helicopter Stories On Demand.