Helicopter Stories in a Reception classroom – Croydon
‘Helicopter Stories allows me the time to sit and listen to children in a way that isn’t always possible in a Reception classroom.’ – Chrissie,…
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‘It’s Not Fair’: Taking Turns in Helicopter Stories
“It’s not fair,” said Melissa. “I want Ruby to be in my story, not Amanda.” “When we do stories, we go around the stage, so…
We talked to retired Primary Headteacher Glenys Ingham
‘What a fantastic skill to be able to listen, without pictures, without anyone even turning the pages of a book to sit and listen and…
We talked to Assistant Head Helen Prud’homme
“Having such a high proportion of EAL learners has been a real learning curve. The Poetry Basket and The Story Basket are really high-quality resources,…
We talked to Pre-School Manager Joby Gifford
‘It’s important to remember, the imagination of young children can be unleashed at any age, they’re just waiting to be asked ‘would you like to…
Why Now is the Best Time to start Helicopter Stories
Rebecca peered out from behind her Mummy’s legs and watched silently. Her sobs quietened, and the tears began to dry on her cheeks. She stared…
We talked to Early Years Advisor Jo Hobbs
“(Helicopter Stories) was the only thing they did across the week that was fully inclusive. There was nothing else that was timetabled in, that everybody could…
Helicopter Stories: Giving Nursery Children a Voice
Helicopter Stories are exciting. Acting them out is magical. Stories are a window into the minds of our children and bring to life their stories…
Helicopter Stories and The Poetry Basket in the Early Years – Leicestershire
Thrussington C of E Primary School, Early Years have been taking part in weekly storytelling and story acting for over four years. The children absolutely…
We talked to Emma Deakin Creative Educator from New Zealand
About ten years ago, when I lived in London, I learned to deliver Helicopter Stories with Trisha Lee and Isla Hill. I now live back at home in Aotearo…