Storyteller interacts with students in the classroom.

Teachers Agree:

“Having a Spellbinders storyteller tell stories in my classroom is helpful in achieving my academic goals for my students.”

How do I bring a Storyteller to my classroom?

Our volunteers share the rich oral tradition of tales that teach and enchant. These volunteers tell (rather than read) stories to students in grades K-5. Working with teachers, our storytellers enhance literacy, stimulate imagination, and broaden multicultural understanding. We are generally in a classroom once a month for a period of 20 to 30 minutes. Ask around: other teachers in your school may have worked with our storytellers.

How do you bring a storyteller into your classroom? Contact Marianne Balin at mbalinhome@gmail.com. She will discuss your needs and try to find a storyteller who is perfect for your classroom.

Resources for Teachers

Independent, published research on the positive link between oral storytelling and academic success – Downloadable PDF

Storytelling and the Common Core Standards – Downloadable PDF

  • 3rd Grade

    The storytelling has helped all of my students have a better understanding of how writing works because they experience it live.
    Red Hawk Elementary

  • 2nd Grade

    I loved how she told a different version of a story we learned in class. It was helpful for the children to connect and be interested in the story. She was great at coming up with stories that matched the time of year and units we learned about in class.
    Twin Peaks Charter Academy

  • 1st Grade

    I like that it’s just her; no technology or pages to look at. The kids must use their imaginations,
    and that is something they don’t get enough opportunity for.
    Soaring Heights PK-8