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We Share A Story
We Share A Story 2007: An International Art/Literacy Connection
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On Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2007, children worldwide will share "Head, Body, Legs: A Story from Liberia", a folktale about cultural diversity and co-operation. After hearing or reading the story, children in grades K-6 in each country will have the opportunity to participate in an international art project. Children are taking part in Australia (New South Wales), Brazil, Cambodia, Chile, Denmark, England, Ethiopia, Germany, Hong Kong, Japan, Kenya, Liberia, Mali, Morocco, Nepal, Netherlands, Norway, Republic of Korea, Russia, Rwanda, United States (Washington State), Venezuela and Zambia. |
We Share A Story is sponsored by the Pierce County Library Youth Services Department in cooperation with the Bellingham Public Library. This program is being featured as part of United Nations International Education Week.
Henry Holt Publishing, the authors and illustrator of "Head, Body, Legs" have given permission to use the book and illustrations to promote We Share A Story 2007.
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Listen to this interview of Won-Ldy Paye and Margaret (Meg) Lippert to find out about the story behind the story of "Head, Body, Legs". How did the authors meet one another? Where did they first hear the story "Head, Body, Legs"? Did the story change through the years? What are their favorite stories? Is "Head, Body, Legs" a true story? Answers to these and other questions are right here! At the end of the interview hear Won-Ldy drumming and singing a song in his Dan language. For more information please visit Won-Ldy's web site at www.wonldypaye.com and Meg's web site at www.storypower.net. |
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We Share a Story - Interview with Author (MP3 2.2kb)
We Share a Story - Head, Body, Legs: A Story from Liberia (MP3 5kb)
The Toymaker
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Rick Hartman weaves tales from toys and objects taking you on a journey of the imagination. Read more about Rick's work on We Share A Story. |
Family Programs
Hear the story "Head, Body, Legs" and participate in an art project.
Tuesday, Nov. 6
University Place Pierce County Library (at Family Story Time) @ 7 p.m.
Tuesday, Nov. 13
Bonney Lake Pierce County Library (at Family Story Time) @ 7 p.m.
Eatonville Pierce County Library @ 4:15 p.m.
Parkland Pierce County Library @ 10:30 a.m.
Summit Pierce County Library @ 4 p.m.
South Hill Pierce County Library (at Family Story Time) @ 7 p.m.
Sumner Pierce County Library @ 4 p.m.
Thursday, Nov. 15
Graham Pierce County Library @ 4:30 p.m.
Peninsula Pierce County Library @ 4:30 p.m.
Saturday, Nov. 17
Key Center Pierce County Library @ 11 a.m.
We Share A Story events flyer (PDF 239kb)