 TRICKSTER TALES
AND MAGIC (K-8)
Joshua Safford makes learning mythology fun through a fusion of storytelling, audience participation and magic. Joshua creates live special effects that bring new sparkle to old folklore that teaches cultural diversity and empowers children.
See what teachers, librarians, principals, and kids themselves have to say.
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“Washington Street School was thrilled with the performance of Mr. Safford. His natural blend of storytelling and magic captivated our children. We were delighted with his program.”
Karen Allen Literacy Coach, Washington Street School Rockingham, NC
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“Thank you so much for sharing your talents during our Catholic Schools week. Our students found the time with you to be entertaining and mystifying. Your stories took us around the world on a very cold day. The students were captivated and amazed by your magic. We found your ability to blend your magic and slight of hand in with the stories to be intriguing. The students left your performance asking for more and wanting to know the how-to of your tricks. Again thanks for mystifying and entertaining us during our celebration week.”
Sandra Quackenbush Assistant Principal St. Joseph School Round Lake, IL
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“On a warm night in July our library patrons, children and parents were
transported around the world by Joshua Safford’s trickster tales and his magic map. The children were transfixed by his unique storytelling style that combines showmanship, voice changes and slight of hand. I was intrigued by the way he wove the fabric of his stories, changing pace and mood as quickly as he changed costumes. This is truly a presentation that adults and children can enjoy.
Jenny Collier, Children’s Librarian, Wood Dale Library
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“Hearing stories told by a storyteller like Joshua Safford can have a lasting impact long after the stories are done…by exposing listeners to problem solving and world culture Mr. Safford leaves residual magic. Storytelling helps open the doors in student’s minds to new possibilities, and a master storyteller like Joshua Safford oils the hinges on those doors.”
Aaron Greaser, Librarian, Thorton Elementary School Newton, NC
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