Curriculum Overview
Target Age Group: 10-14 years old

Session Duration: 55 minutes each

Total Sessions: 2  

October 30, 12 PM PT 
Session 1: Storytelling Skills and Introducing Tisha's Journey

Objective: Teach students the art of storytelling while introducing themes from Tisha’s story about community, resilience, and creativity.

Agenda:
Welcome and Introduction 

Icebreaker: Have students share their favorite stories and what makes them memorable.

Telling Tisha's Story The Young Woman who Lived in a SHOE

Storytelling Techniques Discussion   

Discuss the elements of storytelling:
Characters: Developing relatable characters.

Plot: Creating a compelling and engaging story arc.
Setting: Using environments to enhance the narrative.
Conflict and Resolution: Building tension and providing solutions.
Encourage students to reflect on how they can use these elements in their stories.
Hands-On Storyline Development  

In pairs or small groups, have students brainstorm new story ideas inspired by Tisha’s journey.
Prompt them to think of a familiar story (e.g., a fairy tale, a fable) and how they can adapt it with a new setting, characters, or messages about community and resilience.

Wednesday November 6, 12 PM PT
Session 2: Creating New Stories & Community Projects

Objective: Encourage students to create their own stories and discuss practical community projects that align with the themes of resilience and learning.

Agenda:
Recap and Group Sharing 

Recap the key storytelling elements discussed in Session 1.

Invite groups to share their new story ideas.

Story Creation Workshop  

Have each group develop a short story based on their brainstorming session.

Encourage them to incorporate:

A main character facing a challenge.
How they engage with the community or environment.
How they learn and grow through the experience.
Provide time for groups to share their drafted stories with the class.

Discussion: The Importance of Community and Resilience 


Engage students in a discussion about the projects and initiatives they can pursue to build community connections.

Discuss real-life examples where communities have come together for gardening initiatives, support groups, or other collaborative efforts.