Into the Storybook: Fairytales and Folklore for Kids

Debate and Public Speaking Camp - Level II (Intermediate)

Into the Storybook: Fairytales and Folklore for Kids

Teacher Ama

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In this course, we will read several well known, and some lesser known fairytales from around the world. We will discuss themes, motifs and cultural significance surrounding these tales.

Class Experience

This course will be a deep dive into the classic fairytale as well as less familiar stories from around the world. 
This class will be structured around one fairytale each week. There will be open discussion as well as a time for critical analysis of the origins, culture and significance of the story. 
We will focus on honing the ability to view literature as an art form and for the children to be able to begin to dissect not only the story they are presented with, but to look for the deeper...

In this course students will learn how to view classic fairytales with a critical eye. We will focus on story structure, story patterns and learning how to observe the meaning woven into the heart of the stories.

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Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.

The stories included will be screened for age appropriate material and subject matter. Some of the classic fairytales do include mentions of death and minimal mentions of soldiers and war.

Meet the teacher

Teacher Ama

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Hello!
I am an early childhood educator and have been working in the field for over seven years. I have a great passion for working with children and helping them to discover and expand their curiosities and interests. I believe that you are never...