Storytelling: Indigenous Ways of Teaching and Learning

This homepage should introduce the overall topic and briefly frame storytelling as an Indigenous approach to teaching and learning.

Draft note: This site is created for educational purposes. It does not represent the teachings or cultural protocols of any specific Nation. Readers are encouraged to learn from local communities, Elders, and Knowledge Keepers whenever possible.

Writing guidance for authors: Keep this page brief and welcoming. The homepage should explain the purpose of the site, introduce the main topic, and guide readers to the key sections of the website. Avoid turning this page into a detailed literature review.

Relationship Land Identity Responsibility Community

Start here: Respectful Practice

What is storytelling here?

This section can introduce storytelling as more than a classroom activity or literacy tool.

Explore storytelling →

Storytelling as pedagogy

This section can explain how storytelling supports learning, relationships, and meaning-making.

Explore pedagogy →

Classroom-friendly ideas

This section can suggest possible classroom and early childhood applications.

Explore activities →

What this page should include

  • A brief introduction to the overall topic and purpose of the site.
  • A short explanation of why storytelling matters in this project.
  • Simple guidance to help readers navigate the main sections.
  • A respectful note about local context and community knowledge.

Suggested source type

Use 1–2 scholarly sources to help frame the homepage if needed, but keep full citations on the References page rather than listing them here.