Ideal for educators and others who work with young children, these stories have been selected because they are easy for anyone to tell, even novices, and they readily engage listeners. Along with each tale, you'll find a profile of the "teller" who provides it, adding a cultural dimension to help you and your audiences better understand the context. There are also tips to improve your programs.
In addition to storytimes, this guide can be used for read-alouds, or even silent reading with older children. Whether you are a librarian, educator, or parent, "Storyteller's Sampler: Tales from...
Ideal for educators and others who work with young children, these stories have been selected because they are easy for anyone to tell, even novice...
A unique compilation of stories, "Folktales from the Arabian Peninsula" includes tales from seven countries: Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Yemen.
Coauthored by a renowned folklorist and a professor of education who recalls some of these poignant tales from her own childhood, the book opens with a discussion of the Arabian Peninsula that introduces each country and discusses its terrain, peoples, and current situation to provide important background information. The engaging stories that follow will serve elementary, junior high, and high...
A unique compilation of stories, "Folktales from the Arabian Peninsula" includes tales from seven countries: Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Ar...
When Conejito begins his school holiday, he goes to visit his Tia Monica or is it the cakes and cookies he knows she will feed him when he arrives? But Conejito runs into a few obstacles on the way to his auntie's, including Senor Zorro, Senor Tigre, and Senor Leon. Conejito may want to eat Auntie Monica's treats, but Mr. Fox, Mr. Tiger, and Mr. Lion want to eat him With his own quick thinking and a little assist from Tia Monica, Conejito outwits the bigger animals and makes his way safely home."
When Conejito begins his school holiday, he goes to visit his Tia Monica or is it the cakes and cookies he knows she will feed him when he arrives? Bu...
