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PART I The Art of Story-Telling
CHAPTER I Story-Telling in the Home
CHAPTER II Why Tell Stories in School?
CHAPTER III How to Choose Stories for Telling
CHAPTER IV The Telling of the Story
CHAPTER V Use of the Story in Primary Grades
CHAPTER VI Jingles, Fables, and Folk-Lore
CHAPTER VII Myth and Hero Tale
CHAPTER VIII Holiday and Vacation Stories
CHAPTER IX Bible Stories
A warm, practical guide invites readers to rediscover the timeless joy of sharing stories at home. It explains how a simple tale told from a parent’s lap can shape a child’s character, spark imagination, and forge a deep bond that lasts a lifetime. The author offers gentle encouragement for anyone who doubts their storytelling talent, reminding them that the focus should always be on the story and the attentive listener.
Beyond the family circle, the book explores how stories enrich classrooms, libraries, and community gatherings, offering clear advice on selecting the right material for each setting. Filled with a curated selection of fairy tales, fables, myths, and nature sketches, it shows how narratives can weave seamlessly into everyday chores or become a rewarding pause after a task is finished. Whether you’re a seasoned teller or just beginning, the guide provides thoughtful techniques to bring stories to life with confidence and heart.
Language
en
Duration
~4 hours (270K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
MFR and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Release date
Sep 14, 2021
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects
1862–1919
A storyteller with a gift for bringing the distant past close to young readers, this American children’s writer is best remembered for lively historical tales in the "Little Cousin" series. Her books mix simple narrative charm with a strong interest in folklore, mythology, and the art of telling stories aloud.
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