Story Sacks
When I taught in the U.K (2006-2010) we used story sacks a lot to engage with families where English was not necessarily their first language; I was at the time in a predominately Polish speaking area which was of low socio-economic means.
The Story Sack concept came about in 1995 by Headteacher (Principal ) Neil Griffths following research in the U.K into early literacy development and parental partnership; the two could be seen to be brought together in the use of ‘story sacks' as a vehicle for developing the literacy skills of both parents and children. The use of story sacks by parents and young children showed that from observing the children and their parents engaging with story sacks, and from interviews with both the children and their parents, that the story sacks were powerful vehicles for allowing children to be involved in adult-supported exploration of language and literacy, whilst allowing them a space in which to voice how they see and understand the world.
A Story Sack is...
a large cloth bag
containing a favourite children's
book
with supporting materials to stimulate language activities
and
make reading a memorable
and enjoyable experience for everyone.
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I wonder if...
I took a "traditional tale"
and created a Story Sack
with interactive resources
if I could
gain
greater
whanau
engagement...??
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| The Three Little Pigs Story Sack |
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