Lawrence W. Towner, historian and head of one of the country's largest independent research libraries, was also an eloquent spokesman for the humanities. Throughout his career - first as a historian a
Provides ideas for 50 summer reading clubs, and includes suggestions for advertising the clubs, promotional items, activities, and related films and videos
Plenty of tips, resources, organizing ideas, and suggested materials and projects for read aloud and reader's theater sessions involving community members and school and library staff and administrato
The author's previous collections focused on scary tales or folktales, many with trickster main characters and some violent action. Here are 20 tales for storytellers who want to avoid those themes, p
This collection of 20 popular folktales, with historical and linguistics details, is a storyteller's guide. It explains how to best relate the tales and involve young listeners in creative activities
Designed primarily as a collection of scary fare for adults to tell elementary-age children, the tales may be read and some even told by children. Also contains notes on the stories
A book for anyone who tells stories—teachers, parents, and especially children's librarians. Although the storyteller must draw during the presentations, artistic ability is not necessary for success.
