Storytelling with Children (Hawthorn Press Storytelling)

ISBN: 1907359265

Author: Mellon, Nancy

Condition: New

Telling stories awakens wonder and creates special occasions with children, whether it is bedtime, around the fire or on rainy days. Encouraging you to spin golden tales, Nancy Mellon shows how you can become a confident storyteller and enrich your family with the power of story.Children love family storytelling and parents can learn this practical, magical art. Here are methods, tips and resources to enable you to:Create a listening spaceUse the day's events and rhythms to make storiesTransform old stories and make up new onesBring your personal and family stories to lifeLearn stories by heart using pictures, inner theatre, walk-about, singing the story and other methodsFind the tale you want from Nancy's rich story-cupboard.Published in association with the Alliance for Childhood.