Telling Our Tales: Stories and Storytelling for All Ages book By Jeanette Ross

Included are 38 stories for audiences of all ages withan outline, performance tips, adaptatoins, props, etc. and ideas on how to create original stories for storytelling. 

Creation & Mythical Beginnings
“In the Beginning” – A universal creation myth exploring how people across cultures interpret life’s origins.
“Coyote Creates” – A Native American tale sharing how Coyote brings creation to life.
“Mother of the Dark” – A haunting myth that touches on darkness and transformation.
Heroic Quests & Wisdom
“Brave John and Marie” – A tale of courage and partnership facing danger together.
“Seven Most Obedient Sons” – A classic story celebrating loyalty and familial devotion.
“Na Ha Calls Down the Storm” – A tale revealing human influence over natural forces.
Moral Lessons & Humor
“Better Rude Than Sorry” – A witty story teaching the value of speaking up in tough situations.
“Of Course” – A playful narrative about expectations and surprises.
“What We Learned from the Devil” – A fable illustrating human folly and cleverness.
Familiar Tales with a Twist
“Mighty Red Riding Hood” – A reimagined spin on the beloved fairy tale.
“Moshe’s Miraculous Shirt” – A story woven from Jewish heritage with a magical garment at its center.
“Second Shepherd’s Play” – A lively medieval farce mixing comedy and deeper meaning.
From New Voices
“Our Heroine Eva Kneva” – A modern tale penned by a young storyteller.
“Sharing the Well” – A community story told from a child’s perspective, emphasizing cooperation.

Book details

• Format Paperback
• Pages316 pages
• LanguageEnglish
• ISBN101558964347
• ISBN139781558964341