Joanna’s school programs are designed to help students develop creativity, communication, empathy, and literacy skills through the art of storytelling. They can be adapted for different age groups and subjects, and they often combine oral narration, writing, performance, and multimedia tools.
- Elementary School: Focus on imagination, oral storytelling, and picture-based prompts.
- Middle School: Emphasis on narrative writing, performance, and peer collaboration.
- High School: Integration with literature studies, multimedia production, and public speaking.
Programs can be designed to meet current educational standards and typically include:
- Enhance language and literacy skills: Improve vocabulary, comprehension, and expression.
- Build confidence and communication: Encourage students to speak, listen, and perform in front of peers.
- Develop creativity and imagination: Inspire original thinking and creative writing.
- Foster cultural awareness: Share folk tales, myths, and stories from diverse traditions.
- Encourage collaboration and empathy: Strengthen teamwork and understanding of others’ perspectives.
Students who participate in storytelling programs typically:
Gain stronger writing and speaking skills.
Improve active listening and empathy.
Build confidence in expressing themselves.
Appreciate diverse voices and traditions.
