02171cam a22003373u 4500 5957 UtSlPG 20260610133146.0 m cr n 260607r2004||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 LB Shedlock, Marie L., 1854-1935 The Art of the Story-Teller Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2004 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2004-06-01 This etext was created by Doug Levy, _literra scripta manet_ "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.) Original publication data not identified Storytelling Children -- Books and reading Children's literature -- Bibliography Children's stories -- Bibliography https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/5957 47980 47980