Indigenous Storytelling with Rhonda Donais: Grades 3 to 5

Description

Grades 3 to 5. In Indigenous cultures, oral storytelling is a traditional method of sharing knowledge from generation to generation. Experience some Indigenous stories together with Rhonda Donais.

Additional Information

This program is being presented by Regina Public Library, in partnership with Regina Public Schools and Regina Catholic Schools to celebrate Saskatchewan Aboriginal Storytelling Month.

The program will be conducted through Zoom. At least one hour prior to the program, we will send you an email with the Zoom meeting ID. Please ensure that you have Zoom installed on your device or computer. If you don't have a library card, please visit https://www.reginalibrary.ca/register to register for one.

Currently, Rhonda Donais works for the Regina Public School Board as a community coordinator.  She also works through the YWCA in a safe house for children.  She has been a performer and storyteller for over 30 years.  She has participated in children’s festivals, exhibitions and fairs.  At the age of twelve, Rhonda realized that she wanted to be an entertainer like Fred Penner and Mr. Dressup.  She loves to dress up and transform into her clown character “Tulip”.  Although she enjoys telling silly and scary stories, her favorite stories are the First Nations animal legends and Algonquian songs she teaches.  Rhonda likes to incorporate magic tricks and drum playing into her storytelling.  She is very passionate about her art.  Rhonda lives in Regina and is a member of Ocean Man First Nation.

 

15 spots available

Registration Closed