Phil Boyte and guest Robin Nott discuss how storytelling enables students to share their true story and connect with each other in a meaningful way. Download his “Story Sparks” activity to build connections at your next staff meeting or in the classroom. As Robin says, “everybody is a storyteller.”
A little more about Robin:
Robin Nott has been a Fine Arts Artist/Educator since 1973, including 29 years at Gull Lake High School in Richland, Michigan. He holds a B.A. in Communication/Theatre Arts and an M.A. in Developmental Drama/Theatre for the Young. He has taught grades K-12 and directed drama/theatre in summer camps, community theatre, public schools, and university settings. Robin enjoys storytelling and folk singing for schools, festivals, libraries, community centers, state and national parks, and museums. He was awarded the Michigan theatre teacher of the year in 1995 (M.I.F.A.) and national theatre teacher of the year in 1999 (A.A.T.E.). Robin can be reached at: rnott@tds.net