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Dana Proulx-Willis; Storytelling, Mime, Playwriting - Big Thought Artist

How Mosquito got its Buzz
Time Frames
During School Day, After School, Summer, Weekend
Formats
Residency, On Campus Program
Grades
Pre K, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd
Standards

Description
Explore the ancient myth of how mosquitos get their buzz in this exciting story-drama program. Dana will present the story to students, and then students will portray the various animal characters and act out the story, improvising some of the argument moments between animals. We will discuss the earmarks of myths, fables and fairy tales, and we explore together how the interactions of story characters reflects our own interactions with each other in our lives.

Students Will
  • Hear the story presented
  • Dramatize the story
  • Physicalize various animal characters
  • Improvise some of the dialogue
  • Present the story-drama
  • Discuss the elements of myths, fables and fairy tales

Details
Dates: Monday thru Friday
Times: 8AM-5PM
Duration: 50-60 minutes
School Fee: Flat Rate: $100.00
Minimum Attendance: 12
Maximum Attendance: 30
Bilingual: No
Technical Needs: a large space
Other Information:

Scheduling / Booking
Instructions: To schedule, contact Dana at 214-460-0063 or [email protected]. Available all mornings, Monday - Saturday. Available afternoons from 4:30-6PM Monday - Saturday
Deadline: book at least 5 days in advance
Cancellation Policy: A program is confirmed when you confirm your booking via phone, mail, fax, or email. Should illness, inclement weather or other unforeseen circumstances prevent the program from taking place as scheduled, Dana Proulx-Willis will offer the option of rescheduling. Programs canceled by a school or community presenter after confirmation are subject to full payment. A $25 rescheduling fee will be charged if a schedule change is requested after a program has been confirmed.
After School Policy: A teacher or after school employee must remain with class at all times.

Curriculum Information

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