Stone Soup: A Tale of Generosity and Sharing Stone Soup, is a timeless folk tale that teaches listeners about the power of cooperation, generosity, and resourcefulness. In this story, a traveler convinces a village to each contribute a small ingredient to a soup she is making from a stone. In the end, what began as […]
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In this week’s story class, we explored the Chinese folktale, Little Mouse Will Marry, a story about recognizing true strength, respect and worth within oneself. Here are three simple follow-up activities to reinforce the story’s message with your children or students: These activities will enhance children’s understanding of the folktale’s themes while promoting imaginative play
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In this week’s story class, we journeyed with, The Bremen Town Musicians, a tale about teamwork, resilience, and finding new beginnings. Here are three simple follow-up activities to help reinforce the story’s themes with your children or students: These activities will deepen children’s connection to the story while promoting creativity and cooperative play.
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This week, we explored the humorous tale, The Monkey and the Crocodile. The story demonstrates the importance of problem solving and remaining calm during a challenge. Here are three simple, practical tips to help reinforce the story’s themes with your students or children: Discuss the Story’s Message Talk about how the monkey used quick thinking
This week, we explored the story, The Magic Cooking Pot. The story teaches valuable lessons about generosity, kindness and forgiveness. Here are three simple, practical tips to help reinforce the story’s themes with your students or children: 1. Discuss the Story’s Message Reflect on the lessons featured in, The Magic Cooking Pot. Talk about how the little girl and
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