A01=Dan Keding
Adult Services and Programs: Senior Populations
Author_Dan Keding
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Children's and Young Adult Programs: Storytelling
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Resources and Collections
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- ISBN 9781591585947
- Weight: 340g
- Dimensions: 156 x 235mm
- Publication Date: 30 Nov 2007
- Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc
- Publication City/Country: US
- Product Form: Paperback
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Traditional folktales from around the world celebrate the wisdom, courage, and even the follies of elders, presenting them as crones, wise men, sages, magic helpers, and fools. Arranged by story type, these are tales that can be used in the classroom and library, as a springboard for cultural comparisons and discussion of how wisdom is shared between generations, and how elders contribute to and are perceived by various societies. It is also a fine resource for storytellers performing in senior centers, assisted living facilities, and nursing homes.
Think folk and fairy tales are all about mischievous animals, beautiful princesses, and handsome princes? Think again. One of the most prominent themes in folklore is that of the strength and role of the elders, a theme that deserves revisiting today. This collection gathers traditional folktales from around the world to celebrate the wisdom, courage, and even the follies of elders.
Arranged by story type, these are tales that can be used in the classroom and library, as a springboard for cultural comparisons and discussion of how wisdom is shared between generations, and how elders contribute to and are perceived by various societies.
Dan Keding is an internationally-known storyteller, balladeer, and award-wining author and recording artist. He writes a column for Sing Out! The Folk Music Magazine, has contributed articles to numerous anthologies, is author of Stories of Hope and Spirit (2004), and is co-editor of English Folktales (Libraries Unlimited, 2005).
