Reading Reflection #2
I am sad to see this semester come to an end, I have enjoyed taking this Storytelling class. I have learned so much about the different types of storytelling and how it benefits all ages who enjoy listening to the storyteller. Throughout this semester we have read many chapters from our textbook, articles, and books of different genres. For this blog post, I am going to share a few that have been interesting and fun to read. I will also include the reading list for this week as we read nonfiction books and fantasy/science fiction books.
While I have enjoyed reading many chapters in our textbook, I enjoyed learning how there are so many organizations that were created in the past dating to the 1900s. “The interaction between library and school storytellers and professional storytellers continues to this day” (Greene & Del Negro, 2010, p. 250). Storytelling programs have been provided to benefit many people. For example, “players finding more confidence for public speaking and a few exploring teaching as an alternative to their soccer career when that ends” (Greene & Del Negro, 2010, p. 263). It does not matter what you do, storytelling gives positive roles to children that will encourage them to read.
The first article that I would like to talk about is how stories are more important than the words written by Susan Grigsby. A middle school librarian who was dedicated to finding books for her middle schoolers created a survey for students to fill out. This survey consisted of questions that would help the librarian know what to have available in the library for students to read. “Interest drives learning” (Grigsby, 2014, p. 24). I believe this is so true because if librarians have books of interest to all students then a library program will be successful. I believe this type of test would help librarians know what books to read for storytelling and they would get a good reaction from their students.
I believe that any type of reading helps young readers with cognition, comprehension and so much more. According to Speaker (2000), “children involved in storytelling programs exhibit improved listening skills, better sequencing abilities, increased language appreciation and more thoughtful organization in their own writing” (p. 184). I think this statement is so true, however, it takes a lot of work from teachers and librarians to create a good storytelling program. This article included a wonderful outline of what to be included as far as activities for students during storytelling.
Hi Daley,
ReplyDeleteI really enjoyed reading your blog this week! I share your sentiment - I'm sad that this class is coming to an end because I am learning so much! My mind is swirling with so many ideas that I hope I am able to remember and implement in my school library. My biggest concern is having enough time for preparation since it will be a lot of work, like you mentioned. Regardless, I know my storytime will be much better this year than it was last thanks to what I've learned. I'm also excited to see my students practice storytelling themselves and develop communication skills, sequencing, writing skills, and self-confidence. I really liked your sign language video and think that would be wonderful to incorporate into stories with students. Since I don't know ASL, I think it would be neat to learn a few words from each story and begin to include them as an interactive element. Thanks for a great read!
Hello Daley! I absolutely love the idea in your blog about the ASL during storytelling! I have always thought that ALS is important and should be taught more, and how much easier can it get than implementing it during storytelling. This is also so inclusive towards our deaf peers because this is the least we can do to help include them.
ReplyDeleteI also believe that you are right in saying that this class is instrumental to helping set up first-time librarians. I am sure you will do a great job!