Twelve Little Tales
A monthly kit created to help parents, children, homeschool and in-school educators the world over to experience the magic of storytelling.
Storytelling is truly magicFirst read the Tale and then choose one of the 12 story-starter cards and continue telling your own story. Scroll down this page or visit the blog to learn more about storytelling with Twelve Little Tales.
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A new story every monthThis month:
The Tale of Aloysius and Mouse. Receive your monthly Tale either as digital PDFs or in the mail -from $7-$29. Visit the store |
Creative WritingAnd letter writing too! Many homeschool families use their Tales for storytelling and creative writing read more
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Storytelling for younger kids as young as 3-4 and creative writing for bigger kids of any age. Because the stories are continued by the storyteller they can be made to be suitable for any age.
What you will receive when you order Twelve Little Tales.
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Because the Tales come either as digital pdfs or in the mail you will choose from several options.
Everyone receives: • One full page story of the month either to print yourself or in the mail. • 12 story-starter cards, all offshoots of the main story to continue storytelling (for parents or teachers) or creative writing (for bigger kids) also to print yourself or in the mail. • Creative writing sheets to print. You may also choose to receive (Hybrid Set, Adventure Set, Whimsy Set or the Whimsical Adventure Set) see below. • postcards and stickers • 8x10 print • square of fabric Again, everyone gets their own digital account with the Tale, story-starter cards and creative writing sheets to print PLUS a second Tale from a past year that also comes English, Spanish and French. |
The Tale of Aloysius and Mouse
We're on another journey in January! This time with Aloysius and Mouse! Join these two friends as they get back home :)
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See below for all the different options and make sure to ask if you have any questions at all. marna@twelvelittletales.com
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A note from Marna Widom
Everyone is a storyteller. Storytelling can sometimes be difficult in the beginning. When I first started, I had wonderful intentions but couldn't think of a thing to say! I didn't have a lot of confidence and didn’t trust my ideas. Now I know that anything that I made up would have delighted my child to no end. Our children are just eager to imagine with us! This is why I created Twelve Little Tales--to help other parents and teachers feel confident and equipped for their own storytelling. The content I create is simple, timeless and based in nature and seasonal wonder, while leaving room for all of your ideas and creativity. |
Your children will love your stories!
Each month you’ll receive a new story and as you weave tales through the month you will get better and better at telling stories together. Confidence is often our biggest deterrent - but try to remember, for children, an adult giving them undivided attention is one of their most favorite things. And then look at their faces as soon as you start imagining with them and you will know everything is going ok :) Whether you have little ones at home, older homeschool children, a classroom full of young kids or even adult language learners! - you will find your own way of working with the tales. And always ask questions if you have them. I'm happy to help! Join our community of storytellers all over the world that have rediscovered the magic of childhood through this ancient practice. Happy storytelling! - Marna |
Start storytelling with Twelve Little Tales story starters
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Thank you so much again for sharing your creativity with us. I have found so much inspiration through your stories each month.. even my husband has! We tell a story each night to our 6 year old and it has helped our bedtime routine become connecting and effortless.. our daughter asks us every night for a story and we are becoming pretty clever, thanks in large part to your stories ❤ I am forever grateful - K
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All subscription prices include shipping. One-Time payments available as well.
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"Twelve Little Tales is a refreshing and magical invitation into the world of story for young children. I used the tales as creative writing prompts for my 2nd and 3rd graders. They loved diving into a magical land through Marna’s lovely storytelling and then being given the invitation to take over as storyteller as they chose their favorite of various story starters on beautifully illustrated story-starters. They produced more rich and imaginative writing than with the average journal prompt or story starter."
Annie A. Third Grade Teacher Mountain Sage Community School |
"Thank you so much for creating Twelve Little Tales! Our family LOVES them. I've never been a great storyteller, however, these prompts and story starters help me spin an enchanting tale that my kids love! I'm so grateful, thank you!" - J
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How Twelve Tales works
- Every month, your story telling package will be delivered to you by email or in the mail, depending on your subscription, and will include your starter story, 12 illustrated prompt cards, and depending on your option can have postcards and stickers, and 8x10 print or a square of fabric.
- Read the starter story, and choose one of the 12 prompts to continue the tale.
- Continue the story, using the rest of the prompts, or let your children tell their own. Some of our storytellers use the prompts as creative writing assignments in their classroom or homeschool lessons.
Storytelling and magic for all
- Beautifully illustrated story prompts delivered to you monthly.
- No previous storytelling experience required. Everything you need to start storytelling confidently is included with more tips and tools on the blog.
- For storytelling with your children, or in the classroom or for homeschool kids to use for creative writing.
- Find balance in screen culture by incorporating this simple practice into your daily routine, proven to increase presence, spark curiosity and creativity.
- Strengthen your child’s language and listening abilities with as few as ten minutes a day and as little as $7 a month. And the most magical part of all - being present with each other.
- Available in English, Spanish and French.
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Childhood - the most precious of times.
Our story kits are helping parents and children all over the world to savor the magic of childhood using the ancient art of storytelling. |
With just a few minutes a day, your child will become more deeply engaged in the storytelling process, as parents and children alike will imagine together and be present together - a gift they’ll carry with them into all areas of life.
Subscribe today and receive your first digital kit free. |
Testimonials from inspired storytellers:
“Your tales are a rare combination of delightful characters, endearing story lines and beautiful artwork. The children that I work with are always excited when I pull one of your stories out. Thank you for creating such a lovely opportunity for connection between adult and child through storytelling! " Melinda K. - Preschool teacher
“I just printed my first story and if you are like me and always liked Twelve Tales but never ordered, don't hesitate any longer. I knew it would be beautiful but now I know I am going to be subscribing for a long time. They are just amazing.” - I
"The Twelve Little Tales brings so much warmth into our home. We read the stories and enjoy displaying all the amazing cards that come with it. My son already recognizes the package when we get it in the mail and he gets so excited! What I love the most about it is that we get to enjoy these stories in our native language (Spanish).” -C
Happy Storytelling!