Oral Storytelling is simply telling a story using your voice!
It’s the oldest art form in the world and anyone can do it. In fact, you’ve probably already told a story today! We exchange narratives all the time, it’s how we connect. Studies have shown that when we listen to another person tell a story our brain activity mirrors theirs. And we’ll continue to do it, no matter how many reels or films we watch.
I’m passionate about encouraging children and young people to practice storytelling as it has countless benefits, including:
- Increased confidence in public speaking
- Creativity
- Problem solving skills
- Empathy
- Connection and community
- Self efficacy
Traditionally, folktales were passed down from person to person long before they were ever written down. Early humans knew information is easier to remember in the form of a story.
Helen Tozer Storytelling 