Tales from Turtle Island
Description
Many Native Americans refer to North America as Turtle Island. Storyteller Rob Aptaker shares traditional Native tales, including Earth on Turtle’s Back (Iroquois), The Coming of Stories (Lenape), and more. Voices, gestures, animal sounds, and audience participation help bring the characters to life, along with authentic Native American songs accompanied by drum and rattle. Historic and cultural background information is woven into each tale to give context as students learn about the various tribal nations and their compelling stories.
Program options:
In-person
Please fill out this inquiry form or call 866-500-9265 for more information. (Virtual programs are not charged a travel fee.)
Price & Info
Price
Assembly Price: $540
Assembly Two-in-a-Row Price: $735
Additional Fees: In-Person Program Travel Fee - $95 per day; Virtual Program Technology Fee - $45; (On-Demand programs are not charged travel or tech fees)
Information
Audience Limit: 250
Program Length: 45 min.
Appropriate For Grade(s): Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th
Theme
Theme
American History Month
Arts Appreciation Month
Native American Heritage Month
Curriculum Connections
Curriculum Connections
American History
History
Tech
Technical Requirements
He needs one small table for artifacts. He'll need a clip on mic or lavalier mic with sound. Prefers to be the floor with the students. He arrives 30 minutes in advance to set up.
Testimonials
Rob was excellent with the 4th and 5th graders. He was able to gain their attention and hold it for the three stories he shared. He also took some questions which the students were very happy about. I appreciated the communication between Rob and I leading up to the event, especially considering weather was a factor for us.
5th Grade Teacher, Robbins Elementary
