Stories That Stick

Laura chats with her life-long mentor, Marina Boni, a fierce storytelling advocate and program director in the Early Childhood Department in Boston Public Schools. Through their work with Boston Public Schools, Laura and Marina had the joy and privilege to learn and work with Vivian Paley. Together, they share the importance of adults telling stories to young children and encourage listeners to tr...

Tune in to hear Laura tell a story that incorporates a repeating refrain. Change the grizzly monster to any character easily! Children love chiming in with the refrain and may start to incorporate it into their play. If you’re ready to start telling stories of your own, but need a little nudge, you can grab some story prompts here to help! Follow Laura on Instagram: @little.stories.that.stick Chec...

  In the second guest interview of season 2 of "Stories That Stick," Laura engages in a conversation with Stacy Benge, an early childhood speaker and author, who believes in the power of simple, authentic experiences for children's learning. Both Stacy and Laura advocate for child-led play as a cornerstone for solid foundational development in children. They explore the fascinating concept of...

Tune in to hear Laura tell one of her go to stories about a walking, talking banana. This story lends itself to being told and retold with different characters and outcomes each time. Children love to recreate this story in their play or as they tell their own versions. Follow Laura on Instagram: @little.stories.that.stick Check out her stories on YouTube: Little Stories That Stick

In this season 2 opener of “Stories That Stick,” Laura engages in a captivating conversation with Dr. Stephanie Goloway, a lifelong explorer of child development through the lens of storytelling and imagination. Dr. Goloway's extensive experiences traverse decades of research and practice, unveiling the profound impact of fairy tales on resilience in children. Together, Laura and Stephanie reminis...

In this episode, Laura shares easy, actionable tips to transport the joy of storytelling into the great outdoors. She shares engaging ideas for co-creating stories and props with children while fostering a deeper connection with nature Highlights: Explore diverse narratives through different versions of “We’re Going On a Bear Hunt”. Witness author Michael Rosen perform his classic children’s book...

Tune in to hear Laura tell her version of "The Three Billy Goats Gruff." This story is a favorite to act out while playing outside. Children loved to be chased by the troll and defeat the troll at the end!    Follow Laura on Instagram:  @little.stories.that.stick Check out her stories on YouTube:  Little Stories That Stick

Are you familiar with the star cluster Pleiades? In this episode of "Stories That Stick," Laura dives into diverse narratives that explain this natural phenomena across various cultures from Japanese, Maasai, Aboriginal, Cherokee, and Greek folklore. Laura highlights the significance of learning these diverse narratives and challenges listeners to explore these stories further. She encourages list...

Ready to authentically document and honor children's stories? In this episode of "Stories That Stick," Laura will begin to share about one of the components of Vivian Paley's groundbreaking teaching approach: Storytelling and Storyacting. She will break down what it means to scribe a child's story and give you 5 convincing reasons why you should be asking children to tell you a story. 1. Imaginati...

Tune in to hear a story about a mouse that is just a bit too loud. "Loud Mouth" is a great story to learn and make your own. Children will naturally want to chime in with the parts that repeat. Add a mouse finger puppet and you have a great story in your back pocket that can be told in 3-10 minutes! Watch me tell it on YouTube too!   Follow Laura on Instagram: @little.stories.that.stick Check...

Tune in to hear Laura tell a modified version of a story she's been telling for years. "Cody's Star" lends itself to repetition, drama, and visuals. Before you listen, be sure you have an apple and a knife close by because children are going to want you to cut one open! This multi-sensory story is for everyone. You can grab the story and visuals in a simple downloadable PDF here so you tell it you...

Are you ready to become a storytelling pro? In Episode 3 of "Stories That Stick," Laura will give you the motivation you need to become a more confident and engaging storyteller, especially when it comes to children. Your host, Laura, will shares her secrets and tips for crafting captivating stories, and you won't want to miss it. Key Takeaways : You're Already a Storyteller : Discover why you're...

Tune in to hear a classic retelling of "Cheese and Crackers." This story is a perfect one to learn and make your own. Children will naturally want to chime in with the parts that repeat and love to act it out too. Watch me tell it on YouTube too!   Follow Laura on Instagram: @little.stories.that.stick Check out her stories on YouTube: Little Stories That Stick

In this first episode, learn about the importance of storytelling in early childhood development and why you should be telling them! You'll also hear some stories about the host, Laura, and what has brought her to this work. Plus, get a sneak peek at what's coming up in future 'Stories That Stick' episodes. Don't miss the chance to grab your free guidebook on telling culturally responsive and incl...

Get a sneak peek at the upcoming podcast "Stories That Stick."