Storykeepers is Coming to UES!

Natalie Kinsey­-Warnock is the award­ winning author of many distinguished books for children.  They range from her first novel, The Canada Geese Quilt, to her popular picture book, The Bear Who Heard Crying. All of her stories have one thing in common. They are all based either on the author's own life or on true stories passed down through the seven generations of her family that have lived in the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont. Natalie is now working in Vermont schools to help children discover and write their own family stories. Her program, Storykeepers, introduces students to genealogical research and the use of primary and secondary sources. Using research and interviews, students learn about the stories that have been handed down from one generation to the next. History becomes personal and relevant and children develop a stronger sense of family.
On March 9, Natalie will bring Storykeepers to UES. She will be working with first and second, fourth and fifth grade classes for about two weeks. We know this will be a wonderful opportunity for our students especially this year as we also celebrate the story of UES.