The Art of the Story-Teller by Marie L. Shedlock
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"The Art of the Story-Teller" by Marie L. Shedlock is a guide on the craft of storytelling, likely written during the early 20th century. This work delves into the nuances of storytelling, emphasizing its importance in education and engaging the imagination of children. Shedlock aims to illuminate the artistic elements that can enhance storytelling effectiveness, providing insights for both educators and aspiring narrators. The opening of the book features a preface by
Earl Barnes, praising Shedlock's storytelling prowess and her ability to convey the educational value of the art. It discusses the innate connection between storytelling and child development, outlining Shedlock's intention to share her observations and tips drawn from her experiences both in Britain and America. The introduction sets the stage for a series of chapters intended to explore the complexities and techniques of storytelling, including the challenges of maintaining engagement, the essentials of good storytelling, and the common pitfalls to avoid—all crucial for effective narrative delivery. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Shedlock, Marie L., 1854-1935 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Art of the Story-Teller |
| Credits | This etext was created by Doug Levy, _literra scripta manet_ |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 76.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | LB: Education: Theory and practice of education |
| Subject | Storytelling |
| Subject | Children -- Books and reading |
| Subject | Children's literature -- Bibliography |
| Subject | Children's stories -- Bibliography |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 5957 |
| Release Date | Jun 1, 2004 |
| Last Update | Dec 29, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 442 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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