Step into the realm of myth, legend, and fantasy as we explore one of the oldest forms of communication—storytelling. From Dreamtime stories to Aesop’s fables, stories have long been used to teach morals, survival skills, and cultural values.
This class is designed for younger learners and uses games and cooperative activities to make storytelling come alive. Students will explore:
Animal tales and heroic adventures
“Why/How” and creation stories (e.g., How the Porcupine Got Its Quills)
Silent storytelling through ASL
Visual storytelling with cave paintings and comics
Narrative structure and what makes a story engaging
Activities like “What Time Is It, Mr. Fox?” and hands-on art projects will reinforce lessons through play. This lively, imaginative class is perfect for budding storytellers!