What is folk story telling?
a tale or legend originating and traditional among a people or folk, especially one forming part of the oral tradition of the common people. any belief or story passed on traditionally, especially one considered to be false or based on superstition.
Why are folk stories told?
Folk tales have survived being passed down through generations, and traditionally would have been told by people as an attempt to explain the world around them. These stories reflect the beliefs, hopes and fears of our ancestors and now offer an insight into a different way of life.
How are folktales still told in the world?
The folktale tradition of telling stories out loud remains strong throughout the world. Stories are being heard, retold, remembered, rediscovered. Through shared reading, writing, storytelling, and other creative activities, let’s explore the stories of our elders that have been told and re-told in your family for generations.
What are the different types of folk tales?
Folktales (or folk tales) are stories that have been shared from generation to generation by word of mouth. Folktales consist of Fairy Tales (or fairytales), Animal tales, Legends, Myths and Riddle Stories which you will find here!
How does an oral storyteller shape his tale?
The oral storyteller shapes his tale according to the way he feels and in response to the manner in which his audience is reacting. The modern day storyteller of course, in addition to re-telling the tales that he has heard others tell, also knows many of the folktales that were told long ago.
Why is storytelling so important to every culture?
Storytelling is universal and is as ancient as humankind. Before there was writing, there was storytelling. It occurs in every culture and from every age. It exists (and existed) to entertain, to inform, and to promulgate cultural traditions and values.