Teen/Adult Workshops

 Discover how to create an engaging, interactive storytelling experiences that sparks creativity and foster a love of reading in children. Experience a complete storytelling activity firsthand and discover principles for creating unique, personalized activities. 

 Designed to cultivate essential life skills through active listening, peer-to-peer learning, and self-reflection. Participants will develop a deeper understanding of themselves and others, fostering empathy and appreciation for diversity. Through engaging activities and guided discussions, participants will learn to listen attentively and share their experiences. 

  Learn how to transform your child's favorite stories into immersive experiences that stimulate all five senses. You’ll ne guided through techniques to incorporate touch, taste, smell, sight, and sound into your storytelling, making reading time even more magical and memorable. Discover how to create sensory props, choose age-appropriate activities, and encourage reading through play.  

 This workshop empowers participants to explore their stories and identities through creative storytelling interwoven with a variety of art forms. Imagine weaving narratives through sewing projects, shaping stories with clay, and painting scenes from their journeys. We'll explore flavors and stories through cooking activities, and craft keepsakes that hold personal meaning. This will be a safe space for self-expression, building connections, and finding strength in each other’s cultural backgrounds, all while nurturing their artistic talents.