Parent Interview Land-Based Storytelling

Authors/producers: Tara Rogers, Dean Tonenna, Lance West, Kathryn Bervin-Mueller

Description: The purpose of this project is to show that all cultures have a “story” that has been passed down through generations.  It will give students a way to learn about different cultures, backgrounds, and how they can be intertwined. Once students have completed their writing, they could turn it into a project. This is an opportunity for the students to get creative. For example they could make storyboards or powerpoint presentations with their story including pictures that relate to the story.  If their story includes some type of food, they could bring in samples for tasting.  They could even act out their story. The projects could be presented to their peers at school and/or could be incorporated into a multicultural engagement night where students could “show off” their hard work to families, friends, and members of the community.