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Kathy's stories entertain, while gently teaching
- creativity
- an interest in science
- concern for the environment
- relationship skills
- mind over muscle
- tolerance for differing cultures
- empathy for the less fortunate
- listening skills
- a love of music
- and a love of story
Programs include but are not limited to:
- Environmental Stories:
- Grandmother Nature Stories
- Just for Fun
- Multicultural Stories
- Oregon My Oregon
- Greek Myths
- Student Workshops
- CDs
Environmental Stories:
Scientific discoveries paired with related tales. For instance, a story about scientist's efforts to discover why vultures are dying in South Asia is paired with a folktale about Vulture and Chicken hawk (Dead, Dead).
Grandmother Nature Stories:
Stories of the outdoors, with explanation stories like Why the Skunk Stinks, and Why the Dipper Bobs.
Just for Fun:
Audience-tested favorites.
Multicultural Stories:
Stories to gently promote tolerance and an interest in diverse cultures.
Oregon My Oregon:
Real and imagined tales of Oregon State, including Paul Bunyan's logger stories, and an oral history encounter with Nez Perce Chief Joseph.
Greek Myths:
Love, revenge, monsters, heroes & heroines. Stories of Atalanta, Perseus, and Demeter. Rewritten for our time, with catchy songs.
Student Workshops:
Storytelling Workshops for Teachers
Why the Skunk Stinks, and Other Nature Stories for Children $15
Rowf! Songs and Tales from Many Cultures $15
