I Am a Story

This story of storytelling is a journey through history, beginning with early stories being told around a campfire, then in cave paintings, carvings, and pictures, printed in illuminated and published books, performed on stage, being freely accessible in libraries, and ending with stories again being told around campfires today. The book covers darker times when books were censored or burned, captures the emotions that stories bring to people, and highlights the importance of storytelling. Suited for K-4, the simple text and vivid, eye-catching illustrations will engage students and can encourage them to tell and research their own story or interview others to learn their stories.