Abstract
Storytelling has long been a powerful tool for self-expression, community building, and social change—yet educators often struggle to integrate it meaningfully into their curriculum. Teaching Storytelling in Classrooms and Communities: Amplifying Student Voices and Inspiring Social Change by Drs. González, Kokozos, and Byrd offers practical strategies for bringing storytelling into classrooms and program development. Through research and real-world examples, the authors highlight how storytelling fosters belonging, critical thinking, and student empowerment while addressing trust, ethical storytelling, and social change. Organized into eleven chapters, the book explores key topics such as centering youth voices, challenging dominant narratives, and making storytelling impactful. With significant implications for pedagogy, research, and policy, this hands-on resource equips educators with the tools to engage students, cultivate leadership, and inspire social change through storytelling.
Recommended Citation
Allen, Kimberly
(2026)
"A Review of Teaching Storytelling in Classrooms and Communities,"
Journal of Youth Development: Vol. 21:
Iss.
1, Article 16.
Available at:
https://open.clemson.edu/jyd/vol21/iss1/16
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