Kristin Pedemonti is an award winning Cause-Focused Storyteller, TED Talks Talent Search Finalist 2013, TEDx Speaker, and author. She is a Storytelling Consultant at the World Bank in Washington, DC. She is the first American ever invited to perform in Iran at the Kanoon International Storytelling Festival and has performed & presented at festivals in Colombia, Kenya, Poland and Romania as well as at venues throughout the United States and across western Europe. Kristin sold her home and its contents to finance her volunteer literacy project in Belize, about which she writes so lovingly in this book. International bridge-building through story exchange is her passion.
"Kristin Pedemonti doesn't only care for the stories--she cares for
the people behind the stories. Her warm-hearted enthusiasm extends
to the communities that claim their heritage, and her work gives
voice to them, instead of telling their tales for them. Kristin is
on a rare kind of mission, one that aims to preserve age-old tales
in their context; she works to make story and community thrive
together. This book is an account of her adventures and
experiences, and a truly important, eye-opening resource for the
international storytelling community."-- "Csenge Zalka,
storyteller, author, and collector of folktales"
"This hopeful guide shows a path stretching beyond boundaries,
cultures, and classes on a road to understanding that's paved with
love and stories. Reading Kristin Pedemonti's methods and joyful
action touched my heart." -- "Lyn Ford, storyteller, teaching
artist, and author of Affrilachian Tales"
"With openhearted generosity, Kristin shares not only the story of
her amazing journey but complete lesson plans and valuable tips on
inter-cultural work. She deepens our understanding of the culture
and legends of Belize all the while imparting courage and a can-do
philosophy that could truly change the world. Read and be
inspired!"-- "Diane Edgecomb, author of A Fire in My Heart: Kurdish
Tales"
"For many years I have admired Kristin's boundless energy, vision,
and commitment, and now we can take a multicultural journey with
her. This book offers us a window into her inspiring and life
affirming work with the people of Belize. Her personal stories and
connections are powerful, brimming with respect and reverence for
their beliefs. The step-by-step curriculum outlines, folktales, and
cultural nuances make this an invaluable resource for educators,
storytellers, and anyone working with an indigenous
community."--Karen Chace. teaching artist and author of Story by
Story: Creating a Student Storytelling Troupe--Karen Chace,
Teaching artist and author
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