Raven Speaks | Storytelling with Raven

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Storytelling with Raven

Awaken to the storyteller within and
share your story with the world.

Since the beginning of time Indigenous cultures from around the world have shared their stories as a way of providing a valid means of transmitting history, provoking thought and ultimately invoking and inspiring the Human Spirit. Now more than any other time on this planet storytelling is at the forefront of gifting a new generation with a sense of identity, confidence and compassion. Storytelling allows us to celebrate our culture, validate our life experiences and create unique personal bonds with our children.

The POWER OF STORYTELLING

In a world increasingly hijacked by impersonal electronic media our children spend more and more time in front of televisions, computers, and video games. Lost is the sheer pleasure of dedicating quiet time alone or with family members to indulge the world of stories.

Storytelling Workshops

Student Workshops – This interactive and entertaining program encourages imagination, creativity and expression. Traditional storytelling practices rooted in the Medicine Wheel are modeled for students who in turn take part in group and individual storytelling exercises. Students come away learning the importance of “Giving the Gift of Story” where experience, humour, compassion and friendship are cherished and shared. (More details about this program are available on the School Visitation Brochure located on the sidebar of this page).

The Story of Sammy the Skrunk

Squirrel + Skunk = Skrunk

Sammy’s first day at a new school presents unexpected challenges; not everyone wants to be friends with someone who looks different. Things change when Sammy meets Marcel the Métis and learns that being of mixed ancestry is something to be cherished and celebrated. The Story of Sammy the Skrunk is an endearing tale that celebrates diversity and gives special attention to the Indigenous peoples of Canada. It is sure to resonate with any child who has experienced the pain of not fitting in and teaches us to take pride in who we are regardless of our differences. Sammy’s adventure reveals that the differences we often perceive as our flaws are actually our unique strengths. This is a book to share with all children, to help them recognize that each one of us is unique, valuable and worthy of celebration.

Teacher Support Kit

A teacher support kit is included with each book or program purchase and has been created to provide educators with tools in which to expand on the valuable messages within the story. A collection of traditional Indigenous practices, lesson plans and activities are included in each kit providing students with an interactive and meaningful experience while enhancing their speaking, listening, reading and writing skills.

Storytelling by Raven

Author visitation programs are designed to engaging, inspire and educate students Indigenous and non-Indigenous into the world of story where endless possibilities and success await them. Storytelling programs are interactive (including music and dance) To secure a storytelling program with Raven click on the Contact Page.