
Educating by Story-Telling
Showing the Value of Story-Telling as an Educational Tool for the Use of All Workers with ChildrenBy Katherine Dunlap Mrs. CatherLength11h 16m
About this audiobook
In "Educating by Story-Telling," Katherine Dunlap Mrs. Cather presents an insightful exploration into the art of narrative as a pedagogical tool. The book deftly intertwines storytelling with educational theory, demonstrating how narratives can enhance understanding, retention, and moral reasoning in learners, particularly in early education. Cather's literary style blends earnest prose with practical examples, reflecting the early 20th-century educational reforms that emphasized creativity and emotional engagement over rote memorization, positioning the work as both a theoretical and practical guide for educators of the time. Katherine Dunlap Mrs. Cather, an influential educator and reformer, drew from her extensive teaching experience and a deep understanding of child psychology to craft this essential work. Her commitment to progressive education, marked by a focus on individual student needs and the cultivation of critical thinking, undoubtedly influenced her approach to storytelling as a vehicle for learning. Cather's own life—rooted in a rich tapestry of literature and teaching—shapes her perspectives and contributes to the depth of her arguments. I wholeheartedly recommend "Educating by Story-Telling" to educators, parents, and anyone interested in the dynamic relationship between narrative and learning. Cather's timeless insights into the power of storytelling will inspire readers to reconsider their approaches to education, fostering environments that celebrate creativity and intellectual engagement.
Audiobook details
GenreEducation and Learning
Length11 hrs 16 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 4, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
39BRIER ROSE
2CHAPTER ONE The Purpose and Aim of Story-Telling
40THE COAT OF ALL COLORS
3A. RHYTHMIC PERIOD
41THE POOR MAN AND THE RICH MAN
4Sources of Story Material for the Rhythmic Period
42THE SILVER CONES
5B. IMAGINATIVE PERIOD
43THE FORGET-ME-NOT
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6Bibliography of Fairy Tales
44THE LITTLE STEPMOTHER
7C. HEROIC PERIOD
45THE RABBIT AND THE EASTER EGGS
8Sources of Story Material for the Heroic Period
46THE EASTER EGGS
9D. ROMANTIC PERIOD
47PRINCE UNEXPECTED
10Sources of Story Material for the Romantic Period
48THE GREEDY COBBLER
11CHAPTER SIX Building the Story
49THE STORY OF A SALMON
12Books on Story-Telling
50THE PIGEONS OF VENICE
13Some Authors and Selections That Can Be Presented through the Story-Telling Method
51THE COMING OF THE WONDER TREE
14Sources of Material to Lead to an Appreciation of Literature
52THE GIFT OF THE GNOMES
15A BOY OF OLD VIENNA
53THE DUTY THAT WASN’T PAID
16Sources of Material to Awaken an Appreciation of Music
54WILHELMINA’S WOODEN SHOES
17Pictures to Use in Telling Musical Stories
55THE LADY OF STAVOREN
18Artists and Paintings That Can Be Presented to Young Children through the Story-Telling Method
56THE LUCK BOAT OF LAKE GENEVA
19Artists and Paintings for Children of the Intermediate Period
57WHY THE JAPANESE LOVE THE STORK
20Artists and Paintings That Lead to Appreciation of the Beautiful and to Respect for Labor
58WHY GRIZZLY BEAR GOES ON ALL FOURS
21Artists and Paintings for the Heroic and Epic Periods
59THE LUCK BOY OF TOY VALLEY
22General Bibliography of Art Story Material
60THE EMPEROR’S VISION
23Sources for Moderate-Priced Reproductions of Masterpieces
61THE SHEPHERD WHO TURNED BACK
24Bibliography of Material for Dramatization
62THE PET RAVEN
25Sources of Material for Bible Stories
63JUSSIEU AND THE HELIOTROPE
26Stories to Develop or Stamp out Certain Traits and Instincts
64THE FALL OF LONDON BRIDGE
27Sources of Material to Use in the Teaching of Ethics
65HOW THEY CAME TO HAVE KITE DAY IN CHINA
28THE SEARCH FOR THE SEVEN CITIES
66THE STORY OF A STONE
29THE GOD OF THE THUNDERING WATER
67First Grade
30Sources of Material to Use in History and Geography
68Second Grade
31THE WONDERFUL BUILDERS
69Third Grade
32Sources of Material for Science Stories
70Fourth Grade
33THE DERVISH OF MOCHA
71Fifth Grade
34Sources of Material to Use in Domestic Science and Manual Training
72Sixth Grade
35CHAPTER EIGHTEEN Does the Work of the Story-Teller Pay?
73Seventh Grade
36THE STORY OF THE MAN IN THE MOON
74Eighth Grade
37THE DISCONTENTED PIG
75COMPLETE BIBLIOGRAPHY
38THE BAT AND HIS PARTNERS
76COLLECTIONS OF STORIES OF WHICH AUTHORS ARE NOT GIVEN