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Including stories for: play development; senses; assessment; and, emotions, the book also covers a range of fairy stories, myths, legends and suggestions for creating stories together. It aims to improve play skills - through storytelling and storywork - of anyone working with children, especially with children 'at risk'.
List of contents
Contents Author's acknowledgements Introduction
Chapter 1 Why storytelling is essential
Chapter 2 Stories about nature, theatre and play
Chapter 3 Stories for play development and assessment
Chapter 4 Stories for sequencing and outcomes
Chapter 5 Stories for sadness
Chapter 6 Stories about neglect
Chapter 7 Stories for anger management
Chapter 8 Stories for talking about fears
Chapter 9 Stories about nature
Chapter 10 Stories for feeling good about life (especially looked-after children) Appendix 1 Extra stories to explore Appendix 2 Story techniques for teachers, therapists and parents Appendix 3 Messy play recipes References and useful reading
About the author
Sue Jennings
Summary
Including stories for: play development; senses; assessment; and, emotions, the book also covers a range of fairy stories, myths, legends and suggestions for creating stories together. It aims to improve play skills - through storytelling and storywork - of anyone working with children, especially with children 'at risk'.
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"This thought-provoking volume demonstrates, through good explanations of theory and examples of practice, the potential power of stories and storytelling when supporting vulnerable children." - Helen Curran, senior lecturer in SEN at Bath Spa University.
