local learning
We are folklorists, folk artists, and educators of many stripes.Folklore
includes the traditions, arts, and stories that make cultural communities unique
and socially strong. The tools of folklore — such as observation, identifying
important traditions and rituals, and deep listening to diverse narratives —
create opportunities for students to think critically, gather and analyze
evidence, learn key social-emotional skills, and express their ideas and
interpretations through personal creativity.