In this insightful video Atenatiióstha shares how she established “The Storytelling Circle” in her grade 4 Kanien’kéha immersion classroom. Beginning with setting norms and expectations rooted in listening and respect, students are provided with explicit speaking time to talk and share with their peers. Atenatiióstha explains how knowing your students helps to set relatable themes while also allowing their stories to flow naturally with support from the teacher as needed.

Kahnawake Education Center. (2024). The Storytelling Circle – Karonhianónhnha Immersion Pedagogy. [Video]. Loud Spirit Productions. https://youtu.be/kqW31yO9DfM