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THE 2021 FESTIVAL OF SOCIAL SCIENCE
RUNNING 1-30 NOVEMBER 2021

Telling Stories with Young Children (Film)

A woman reading a story to a young boy

What’s on offer?

A film

What’s it about?

The importance of storytelling in language development

In this film, Professor Cathy Nutbrown explores the importance of storytelling, anywhere and everywhere, in children's lanuage development. In the first half, the story of the tree little pigs is told through live-action and puppetry. In the second half, Professor Nutbrown talks to the actor from the story about voice, characterisation and fun in storytelling.

This film will premiere at 11am on Saturday 6 November 2021 and will remain available throughout the festival.

Who’s leading the event?

Professor Cathy Nutbrown

Open to

All

Of particular interest to

Families with young children

Event Booking details

Please visit our festival page for updates on our full programme and booking details.

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