Beyond Telling a Story

Today’s re-blog reminds us that children have much to tell us—things that matter…

And, that oral history is storytelling, too :-)

A Teacher's Reflections

I tell stories.  It began many years ago during lunchtime in my classroom with my preschoolers.  I told a story about my childhood, The PeanutMan, which has become a classic story that children beg for, along with at least fourteen other stories.  Yes, my stories actually have names.  Imagine that!

My storytelling grew.  They were all true,...