During her library performances and school assemblies,
Connie’s rare talent transforms an ordinary space
into a wondrous landscape and brings children and stories
back together. Her public library experience serves as
a bridge between the spoken and written word. From Appalachian
Mountain tales to literary stories and true-life adventures,
Connie’s storytelling helps students develop listening
skills and a passion for reading.
Library Performances:
Families come together for a shared time
of storytelling that entertains, intrigues, and delights
all. These concerts can also be designed for teenagers
and adults.
Elementary School Assemblies:
Participatory, high-energy stories, both
traditional and contemporary, often accompanied by musical
sound effects and props.
K-3rd graders (30 minutes)
4th –6th graders (45 minutes)
Maximum 300 students in each program.
Junior/Senior High School:
Spellbinding storytelling from hair-raising
chillers to humorous mountain characters, dramatic contemporary
stories and captivating folktales meant for older imaginations
and sophisticated young adults. (50 minutes)
Maximum 500 students in each program.
District-Wide Performances:
Students gather in a central location
for a unique listening experience. (45-55 minutes)
Maximum 1,200 students in each program.
Tailored for each school, 2-5 days that
can include classroom visits, PTA/family performances,
teacher workshops, and assemblies for the whole school.
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| “Like a great
wise resourceful spider – like Charlotte herself
– Connie spins iridescent filaments of courage,
color, and craftsmanship into a web of literary delight
which first attracts, then ensnares and ultimately
captures the minds and hearts and imaginations of
her listeners.”
- School Library Journal
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