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Storytelling Workshops

Students view three winning stories told by children from around the world. They are then asked to identify the connection among the three stories.

Students are introduced to the concept of my story, your story, and OUR story:

1. We are all different.
2. We all have stories to tell.
3. Despite differences, we can find elements in every story that connect to our lives.
4. We can understand each other better through stories.
5. We can communicate and connect with people from all over the world through stories.
6. Therefore, a story isn’t just my story or your story, it is OUR story.

Students are introduced to the art of storytelling. A basic introduction of the narrative arc is presented, including the conflict or problem, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution. They are asked to continue telling the story of one of the three that were read.

OUR Story workshops aim to achieve the following learning outcomes:

1. Increase cultural awareness and global understanding
2. Develop critical thinking skills
3. Foster creativity
4. Hone writing skills

If your school or organization would like to host an OUR Story Workshop, please contact us by telephone at 650.280.7769 or 415.490.7680, or email us at seedsofempowerment@gmail.com.

Workshops are free. Donations are accepted. All proceeds will go directly to global storytellers to help with food, clothes, and education expenses.