John Stansfield

Storytelling Educator

ONCE UPON A TIME . . . a young elementary teacher, named John, shared stories with his students. During ten years in the classroom, he learned that storytelling enriches any subject. In 1979, John ventured into the wider world as a professional storyteller and writer in Colorado and throughout the nation.

His journey continues today. Like Johnny Appleseed planting seeds, John spreads the message that stories, storytelling, writing, and creativity are basic to the education and well-being of everyone. Let him tell you why.

YOUR PROGRAM OPTIONS

FANTASTIC FOLKLORE

Multicultural stories galore! Many with accompanying student and teacher workshops, including Gifts of the Fire- Bringer (Energy mythology and Science) and Mountain and Steppe (Central Asian facts and folklore).

THE GOOD PEOPLE OF WESTERN HISTORY

Historically accurate tales of men, women, and children of character and their experiences in the American West.

LITERATURE ALOUD!

Lively interpretations from Children’s and Young Adult Literature, poetry, and ballads.

WORKSHOPS FOR STUDENTS AND EDUCATORS:

...from an award-winning storyteller and writer.

• Storytelling Skills for Children and Adults

• Historytelling: Finding the ‘story’ in history.

• Writing Like A Storyteller: Using the oral connection to enhance the writing process.

YOUR SCHEDULING OPTIONS

Full day of five programs/workshops

• Half day of three of programs/workshops
• Single program/workshop
• Storyteller-in-Residence
• Custom programs for special events

*All programs meet Colorado Content Standards for Education