AWARD WINNING LITERACY, LIFE SKILLS AND FAMILY INVOLVEMENT PROGRAMS  "One only need look at the faces of children enraptured by the wondrous stories told by Bob and Liz to know what gifted storytellers and communicators they are. Their impact in our schools and in our community is deep andwill be felt for years to come in the lives of our children."    (Dr. Gary Dwyer, former Superintendent, Bernalillo Schools)
Here are six ways to engage The Tales & Trails Storytellers *Please note: Bilingual Spanish/English Programs are available School-wide assembly programs Individual classroom or grade level visits Evening family programs Special literacy events Short and long-term residencies Staff development workshops Whether it is for an hour, a day, a week or a year, we will consult closely with you so that we can provide an experience for your students and their families that will not only be fun and engaging but also contribute towards student and school success. "Bob & Liz  transformed classroom environments that were quiet and subdued into learning environments filled with language and laughter.  I truly believe that their contribution was instrumental in our success in meeting Adequate Yearly Progress  for the past four years." (Bryan Garcia-Principal-Santo Domingo School) "Professional, enthusiastic and inspiring...Bob and liz artfully tailor their programs to the specific need and interests of their students, modifying their approach in a way that  engages and motivates different learners." (Mara Matteson, 4th grade teacher) Liz and Bob have become an integral part of the fabric of our school community and we eagerly looking forward to working with them long into the future.  They have established deep, meaningful relationships with our students.  We deeply appreciate the conributions they have made to achieving our school improvement goals."  (Michael Weinberg- Principal Cochiti School)   Family Involvement Programs-Performances, Workshops and School Celebrations We create a safe and friendly communication environment where parents feel welcomed and encouraged to stay engaged with their student's education.    Creating and StrengtheningFamily Storytelling Traditions- lots of hands on activities that culminate in the creation of beautiful family heirloom storytelling pieces.   Off the Bookshelf and Into The Woods- Connecting with children through the power of stories and experiencing nature together.   F.E.A.S.T.  (Families Eating and Storytelling Together)This is a community meal and storytelling experience that can be followed up with a workshop or series of workshops.  Consider creating a F.E.A.S.T. event as a school fund-raiser!	Our school-base programs are offered through our capacity as Directors of Future WAVE Inc. Beyond Bullying!   Future WAVE has been a pioneer in the work of Bullying Prevention.  In fact, we coined the now often used term Bullyproof. Our approach goes beyond intervention and asks, "What would a reallly great day at school look and feel like? How do we get there?"  Our approach builds on strengths and engages everyone- students, staff and parents in creating a school climate that is safe and where it is cool to learn and encourage others to learn and do their best. Programs for grades K-5 Everyone Wants To Get Into The Act! Our signature brand of participatory storytelling!  These expeditions into the Realm of the Imagination are designed to delight and spark a love of language. Watch your students sing with the crickets, fly with the fairies or outwit a disagreeable king. With our large repertoire we can always find just the right tales for single grade or mixed aged audiences.                                                                                           World Storytelling Safari   A celebration of diverse cultures through carefully selected tales that deliver a subtle message of working together for a peaceful and friendly school and planet.        Middle School Program The Power of Choice   This program combines traditional folktales chosen to entertain and then spark discussion about issues that mid-school students care deeply about. Topics include making and keeping friends, the qualities of true friendship, identity, peer pressure, arguments, apologies.  We create a safe and caring communication environment where students can voice their own perspectives while listening to others. High School Program The Hero's Journey Entertaining and thought provoking stories serve as a springboard for inquiry and discussion about the challenges and choices that teenagers face.  Finding mentors, discovering personal power, taking positive risks, overcoming obstacles and making a contribution to the community are among the many themes we explore.