Courtney Campbell-Inspiring-Funny-Genuine-Full of Heart

My goal is to foster imagination, creativity and love of story. 

It is such fun to have a performer who clearly loves what they do, loves the kids, and has a wondrously funny sense of humor for all things just to round out the deal.  :)  We will definitely need to do this again and you have an open invitation to my story times. 

Sharon Chastain-Youth Librarian Maple Valley Library- King County Library System
 

Libraries

I have performed  for King County, Sno-Isle libraries many times.  I am comfortable performing for audiences of any size. I am happy to tailor my program to fit the current theme, if there is one, at your library. My performances are highly interactive and engaging.  Children willingly participate with enthusiasm and joy. 

Here is a partial list of  Washington libraries I have performed in:  KCLS:Auburn,Black Diamond, Bothell, Burien, Carnation, Duvall, Federal Way, Gresham, Issaquah, Kenmore, Lynden, Maple Valley,Mercer Island, Redmond, South Center ---Sno-Isle: Freeland, Langley, Oak Harbor, Clinton

PROGRAMS

SUMMER READING- programs last 30 minutes and are geared for children 3-8 years old

Summer Reading Program for King County Libraries: The theme is: Camping-Nature-Pets

The name of my  KCLS Summer Reading Program is “Songs and Stories for the Campfire”. It features the story and song “Oh Silvery Moon,” about a family of bears who leave the deep woods to go on a camping trip in order to find the silvery moon. Other songs in the program are “Mo” about my dog, and “See How the Garden Grows,” a song about the miracle of growing things. We’ll add a laugh-out-loud story about mud and finish with a  fun movement song. This is a highly interactive program and is enjoyable for all. 

FAMILY CONCERTS - 45 -60  minutes-suitable for children 3-10 years old 

Everyone at a Courtney Campbell family concert has a great time. Her  songs and stories appeal to all ages.  With a delightful sense of humor and a masterful way of including everyone, Courtney gets the whole audience singing and participating with facial expressions and character's voices. Laughter is common.  Many  parents have wondered who has  more fun, the children or the parents.

STORYTELLING WORKSHOPS FOR ADULTS- 60 TO 90 MINUTES

Basic Storytelling

This is a fun and easy going workshop for people who are interested in storytelling, want to learn more about it, and develop more confidence in their storytelling abilities.  Participants will work on basic storytelling techniques through improvisation games and other enjoyable exercises.

Intermediate and advanced storytelling for adults  

This is a great workshop for teachers, librarians and anyone who already has experience telling stories, but wants to improve their skill. Storytelling techniques will be explored through storytelling games and  exercises.  If participants have a story they wish to improve telling that is welcome.  It should be  no longer than five minutes.  The goal of this workshop is to help the storyteller develop his or her individual  style.