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"All the better to hear you with…":
Develop your storytelling techniques for
social and emotional aspects of learning

with storyteller Chip Colquhoun

Wednesday 30th June 2010 : 9.30 a.m. - 3.30 p.m.

Course description: Come along to this fun and participative day to develop your storytelling techniques linked to the social and emotional aspects of learning. Traditional tales have been the means for handing down wisdom and understanding emotion throughout the ages, and there is no reason why your 21st century classroom should be any different. You will practice powerful tools for gripping your audience, find out where stories come from, discover why they are so engaging and learn how you can harness this magic to explore the seven themes of SEAL.

Suitable for: KS1&2 teachers, teaching assistants and any other interested staff.

Tutor: Snail Tales Storyteller Chip Colquhoun began dabbling in dramatic workshops for primary age children during his A-levels. Whilst reading Law at university, he enjoyed writing and directing drama. Snail Tales brings alive colourful stories from around the world for all ages and occasions, at festivals, schools and museums.
About Snail Tales: Just as a snail carries its home on its back, Snail Tales celebrate the stories you'll carry with you for life. Their storytelling excites, encourages, inspires and calms, all in one enchanting journey - for adults and youngsters alike, in schools, festivals and even theatres. Visit www.snailtales.org for more details.

Venue: Schools Library Service, New Barnfield, Travellers Lane, Hatfield AL10 8XG

Cost: £135.00 per person including a buffet lunch

Expected learning outcomes:
  • develop storytelling techniques
  • develop the use of stories to promote thinking and discussion on the 7 main SEAL themes
  • give you confidence to deliver storytelling in your classroom

Topics to be covered will include:
  • basic storytelling
  • safe use of the voice
  • researching relevant stories
  • exploring SEAL creatively (the 7 themes)
  • sensitive handling of topics
  • "simulation in the imagination"

To Book: Please print course booking form, available here www.herts-sls.org.uk and complete for each course booking. Return to SLS by post, Fax (01707 281611) phone (01707 281630) or email to info@herts-sls.org.uk

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