Debbie Dunn has been telling stories and teaching storytelling since 1989. Check out some of her performance and teaching tale videos on YouTube.
Click STORYTELLING VIDEOS to visit these top eight storytelling videos performed by Debbie Dunn at Best-Reviewer.com.
Click TOP TEN REVIEWER should you wish to post a top ten reviewer site of your very own. This site was created by James Colin from Best-Reviewer.com and She Told Me.com.
Debbie Dunn conducted her Be Bully Free program in a Georgia school and five East Tennessee schools since the school year began. She tells three stories to the whole school that teaches coping-with-bullies skills. The stories also focuses on the importance of practicing your talents and skills instead of bullying. This is followed by a 2-hour workshop with 49 target students who will put on the one-size fits all poncho costumes and perform a 7-act play for the entire school, parents, and press that afternoon. The play is called “No Bullies in the Kingdom.” Finally, the teachers are provided with a learning CD of all kinds of follow-up activities to continue to reinforce the concepts learned about victims of bullying, witnesses of bullying, and bullies. Debbie is willing to travel anywhere to conduct this program for negotiable rates. For more information, please visit http://moredunntales.com/id5.html
Debbie’s 2nd novel was published in December of 2009 called White Reindeer, Kudzu Monster, & Other Tales Of Wonder. For more information about this book, please visit http://askdjlyons.com. Her first novel called The Bell Witch Unveiled At Last! The True Story Of A Poltergeist was published in March 2008. For more information about this book, please visit http://bellwitchunveiled.com. Both books were written under her pen name of DJ Lyons.
Lastly, Debbie has the honor of being the School Conflict Resolution Examiner for Examiner.com at the national level. She posts free stories, role-plays, articles, and lesson plans on the topics of bullying, conflict resolution, and character education from the curriculum she created from 1998 to 2003 called 3 C’s: Character Education, Conflict Resolution, Communication Skills. Feel free to use any of these articles, stories, and role-plays with the young people in your life. Please visit http://www.examiner.com/x-16041-School-Conflict-Resolution-Examiner. She also writes articles for Associated Content.com, eHOW.com, and other sites.
Teaching conflict resolution works best, with elementary school students and middle school students, by combining it with the concepts of communication skills and character education strategies. You might even want to call your class or unit by the generic title of Communication Skills or the 3 C’s: * Communication Skills * Conflict Resolution * Character Education
Click TEACHER'S TIPS to read the full article on Examiner.com by the School Conflict Resolution Examiner - Debbie Dunn.
Professional Storyteller Debbie Dunn recently told stories at a nursing home in Greeneville, Tennessee. The five stories I told are now available to be viewed on YouTube. You can easily see my storytelling style in these shows. Feel free to share this with any others who you think might be interested.
First story performed was Richard Chase’s tale called “Jack and the King’s Girl.”
Second story performed was a true story. It really happened in Oak Ridge, Tennessee many years ago to the grandmother of a 5th-grade girl I met. To protect her grandmother’s privacy, I transformed it into a Jack tale. It is called “Jack and the Bull.”
Third story performed was Nancy Van Laan’s beautiful Lenape Indian legend called “Rainbow Crow.” Out of all the stories I tell, this is my husband’s favorite.
If you would like to hire Debbie Dunn to tell stories and/or conduct storytelling workshops, please visit my storytelling website at http://moredunntales.com. Or you can call me at (423) 422-9728. I am willing to travel anywhere, as long as travel expenses are paid.
Have a wonderful day and best wishes to you and yours,
The Scream Lena heard a scream! The children were safe in bed. Her husband, Sylvester, was off in the barn, helping one of the cows birth a calf. As she ran outside to help her husband, their normally friendly dog began to attack her. What was Lena going to do?
Professional Storyteller Debbie Dunn has been telling stories and teaching storytelling since 1989. For more information on her Storytelling and Workshop offerings, please visit her Storytelling Website at http://moredunntales.com. She is the author of "The Bell Witch Unveiled At Last! The True Story Of A Poltergeist" written under her pen name of DJ Lyons. This book was published in March of 2008. For more information about this Bell Witch book, her one-woman show based on this book, or to purchase the book using Pay Pal, please visit her Bell Witch Website at http://bellwitchunveiled.com. Her next book is due to be published later in 2009. It is titled "White Reindeer, Kudzu Monster, & Other Tales Of Wonder," also written under her pen name of DJ Lyons. For more information about this book, please visit her Ask DJ Lyons Website at http://askdjlyons.com.
The Three Little Pigs Vocabulary Challenge A Vocabulary Challenge Tale: Do you need some help learning some definitions and usage of some more challenging vocabulary words? Try out this parody of an old, traditional tale called "The Three Little Pigs."
Professional Storyteller Debbie Dunn has been telling stories and teaching storytelling since 1989. For more information on her Storytelling and Workshop offerings, please visit her Storytelling Website at http://moredunntales.com. She is the author of "The Bell Witch Unveiled At Last! The True Story Of A Poltergeist" written under her pen name of DJ Lyons. This book was published in March of 2008. For more information about this Bell Witch book, her one-woman show based on this book, or to purchase the book using Pay Pal, please visit her Bell Witch Website at http://bellwitchunveiled.com. Her next book is due to be published later in 2009. It is titled "White Reindeer, Kudzu Monster, & Other Tales Of Wonder," also written under her pen name of DJ Lyons. For more information about this book, please visit her Ask DJ Lyons Website at http://askdjlyons.com.
Goldilocks and the Three Bears Vocabulary Challenge A Vocabulary Challenge Tale: Do you need some help learning some definitions and usage of some more challenging vocabulary words? Try out this parody of an old, traditional tale called "Goldilocks and the Three Bears."
Professional Storyteller Debbie Dunn has been telling stories and teaching storytelling since 1989. For more information on her Storytelling and Workshop offerings, please visit her Storytelling Website at http://moredunntales.com. She is the author of "The Bell Witch Unveiled At Last! The True Story Of A Poltergeist" written under her pen name of DJ Lyons. This book was published in March of 2008. For more information about this Bell Witch book, her one-woman show based on this book, or to purchase the book using Pay Pal, please visit her Bell Witch Website at http://bellwitchunveiled.com. Her next book is due to be published later in 2009. It is titled "White Reindeer, Kudzu Monster, & Other Tales Of Wonder," also written under her pen name of DJ Lyons. For more information about this book, please visit her Ask DJ Lyons Website at http://askdjlyons.com
Do you have a story you could donate that could potentially travel the world? Please consider donating it to the Story Box Project at http://thestoryboxproject.ning.com/. You can see the 4 stories that I donated at my page on that site.
Have a great day and best wishes to you all, Professional Storyteller & Published Author, Debbie Dunn
Announcing Debut of Debbie Dunn’s newest STORIES OUT OF A TRUNK Program called “Greedy Spider”
Professional Storyteller Debbie Dunn will visit Little Milligan Elementary School on Friday, May 1, 2009 to conduct her latest STORIES OUT OF A TRUNK Program called “Greedy Spider.”
Little Milligan Elementary School is part of Carter County, TN. It is a K-8 school located in Butler, Tennessee with only 144 students.
8:30 to 9:15 – Debbie will perform Jack Tales & Other Fun Stories for the entire school
9:30 to 11:30 – All the 6th, 7th, and 8th graders plus seven 5th graders (54 total) will be the performers in the STORIES OUT OF A TRUNK play called “Greedy Spider.” These 54 kids will take part in a 2-hour workshop. The play parts will be introduced. Auditions will be held. Then we will conduct a dress rehearsal in the gym.
Debbie provides her sound system and all 54 costumes. She acts as narrator and director as she leads the students in getting ready to perform the afternoon assembly. To view all 59 costumes, click HERE. This page will open in a new window.
1:00 to 2:00 - Parents & Press plus all the teachers, students, & staff are invited to watch the play called “The Greedy Spider” featuring 54 kids from their school. Debbie Dunn acts as Narrator & Director. She will also perform a solo story or two.
PLAY DESCRIPTION: The Greedy Spider made his 8 children do all the work. One day, each Spider Kid was invited to a different party. He was too greedy to risk going to a party that would not serve the best food. He only agreed to let his children go to the parties provided they would tie a rope to one of his eight legs. Then, if his favorite food was being served, the child was directed to pull on that rope so he would only have to attend one party. In the meantime, he would take a nap. At each party, there were stories told before refreshments were served:
At one of the parties, The Loud-Mouth Frog was performed. Performers: Frog, Crow Parent, 3 Crow Babies, Squirrel Parent, 3 Squirrel Babies, Queen Bee, 3 Bee Babies, Rabbit Parent, 4 Rabbit Babies, Monkey Parent, 3 Monkey Babies, Bear Parent, 1 Bear Cub, & Snake.
At another party, The Tiger & His 5 Counselors (a revised Aesop’s Fable) was performed. Performers: King or Queen Tiger, Best Friend Fox, 1st pair of Counselors: Deer #1 & Deer #2; 2nd pair of Counselors: Coyote & Fuzzy Rabbit; and 3rd Wise Counselor: Eagle.
At a final party, The Foolish Porcupine was performed. (Re-told by Debbie Dunn. Original version of tale called "The Foolish Rabbit" by Rafe Martin). Performers: Foolish Porcupine, 3 other Porcupines, both Raccoons, An Alpha Wolf and his pack of 5 other wolves, and Lion.
Finally, the Refreshments were served. It turns out that every party was serving the Greedy Spider’s favorite food. Therefore, each Spider Kid pulled on his or her rope. Come watch the play to enjoy the comic results.
For more information or to book a STORIES OUT OF A TRUNK Program for your Elementary School, Children's Program, Library, or Summer Camp, please call Professional Storyteller Debbie Dunn at (423) 422-9728 or e-mail her at moredunntales@yahoo.com. I have negotiable rates.
To view all 59 costumes, click HERE. This page will open in a new window.
Good Use of Body & Hand Gestures: The 7th of the 7 Techniques Utilized by Effective Public Speakers & Storytellers Using appropriate action and hand movements can really help a story become more real. Naturally, your body and hand gestures should be coordinated to the story line.
Professional Storyteller Debbie Dunn has been telling stories and teaching storytelling since 1989. For more information on her Storytelling and Workshop offerings, please visit her Storytelling Website at http://moredunntales.com. She is the author of "The Bell Witch Unveiled At Last! The True Story Of A Poltergeist" written under her pen name of DJ Lyons. This book was published in March of 2008. For more information about this Bell Witch book, her one-woman show based on this book, or to purchase the book using Pay Pal, please visit her Bell Witch Website at http://bellwitchunveiled.com. Her next book is due to be published later in 2009. It is titled "White Reindeer, Kudzu Monster, & Other Tales Of Wonder," also written under her pen name of DJ Lyons. For more information about this book, please visit her Ask DJ Lyons Website at http://askdjlyons.com.
Appropriate Talking Speed: The 6th of the 7 Techniques Utilized by Effective Public Speakers & Storytellers Storytellers shouldn't talk so fast that people can't understand nor so slowly that people fall asleep. Use a talking speed that is just right for the situations in the story. Additionally, properly utilizing dramatic pauses builds suspense.
Professional Storyteller Debbie Dunn has been telling stories and teaching storytelling since 1989. For more information on her Storytelling and Workshop offerings, please visit her Storytelling Website at http://moredunntales.com. She is the author of "The Bell Witch Unveiled At Last! The True Story Of A Poltergeist" written under her pen name of DJ Lyons. This book was published in March of 2008. For more information about this Bell Witch book, her one-woman show based on this book, or to purchase the book using Pay Pal, please visit her Bell Witch Website at http://bellwitchunveiled.com. Her next book is due to be published later in 2009. It is titled "White Reindeer, Kudzu Monster, & Other Tales Of Wonder," also written under her pen name of DJ Lyons. For more information about this book, please visit her Ask DJ Lyons Website at http://askdjlyons.com.
Good Use of Voice & Good Volume: The 5th of the 7 Techniques Utilized by Effective Public Speakers & Storytellers Whether you use a microphone or you just speak out, storytellers should speak loud enough so that everyone in the audience can hear.
Professional Storyteller Debbie Dunn has been telling stories and teaching storytelling since 1989. For more information on her Storytelling and Workshop offerings, please visit her Storytelling Website at http://moredunntales.com. She is the author of "The Bell Witch Unveiled At Last! The True Story Of A Poltergeist" written under her pen name of DJ Lyons. This book was published in March of 2008. For more information about this Bell Witch book, her one-woman show based on this book, or to purchase the book using Pay Pal, please visit her Bell Witch Website at http://bellwitchunveiled.com. Her next book is due to be published later in 2009. It is titled "White Reindeer, Kudzu Monster, & Other Tales Of Wonder," also written under her pen name of DJ Lyons. For more information about this book, please visit her Ask DJ Lyons Website at http://askdjlyons.com.
Good Preparation: The 4th of the 7 Techniques Utilized by Effective Public Speakers & Storytellers Storytellers should spend a sufficient amount of time practicing their stories. Do you want some tips on how to add polish to your presentation? Practicing and fine-tuning your story performance leads toward perfection.
Professional Storyteller Debbie Dunn has been telling stories and teaching storytelling since 1989. For more information on her Storytelling and Workshop offerings, please visit her Storytelling Website at http://moredunntales.com. She is the author of "The Bell Witch Unveiled At Last! The True Story Of A Poltergeist" written under her pen name of DJ Lyons. This book was published in March of 2008. For more information about this Bell Witch book, her one-woman show based on this book, or to purchase the book using Pay Pal, please visit her Bell Witch Website at http://bellwitchunveiled.com. Her next book is due to be published later in 2009. It is titled "White Reindeer, Kudzu Monster, & Other Tales Of Wonder," also written under her pen name of DJ Lyons. For more information about this book, please visit her Ask DJ Lyons Website at http://askdjlyons.com.
Good Enthusiasm & Expression: The 3rd of the 7 Techniques Utilized by Effective Public Speakers & Storytellers Good storytellers show excitement for the stories they tell. Having a passion for the stories they select helps the audience better enjoy the show.
Professional Storyteller Debbie Dunn has been telling stories and teaching storytelling since 1989. For more information on her Storytelling and Workshop offerings, please visit her Storytelling Website at http://moredunntales.com. She is the author of "The Bell Witch Unveiled At Last! The True Story Of A Poltergeist" written under her pen name of DJ Lyons. This book was published in March of 2008. For more information about this Bell Witch book, her one-woman show based on this book, or to purchase the book using Pay Pal, please visit her Bell Witch Website at http://bellwitchunveiled.com. Her next book is due to be published later in 2009. It is titled "White Reindeer, Kudzu Monster, & Other Tales Of Wonder," also written under her pen name of DJ Lyons. For more information about this book, please visit her Ask DJ Lyons Website at http://askdjlyons.com.
No Distracting Motions: The 2nd of the 7 Techniques Utilized by Effective Public Speakers & Storytellers When you perform stories, it is extremely important to avoid making distracting motions that take away from the effectiveness of your performance. You want to make certain that all motions you make should be coordinated with your story line.
Professional Storyteller Debbie Dunn has been telling stories and teaching storytelling since 1989. For more information on her Storytelling and Workshop offerings, please visit her Storytelling Website at http://moredunntales.com. She is the author of "The Bell Witch Unveiled At Last! The True Story Of A Poltergeist" written under her pen name of DJ Lyons. This book was published in March of 2008. For more information about this Bell Witch book, her one-woman show based on this book, or to purchase the book using Pay Pal, please visit her Bell Witch Website at http://bellwitchunveiled.com. Her next book is due to be published later in 2009. It is titled "White Reindeer, Kudzu Monster, & Other Tales Of Wonder," also written under her pen name of DJ Lyons. For more information about this book, please visit her Ask DJ Lyons Website at http://askdjlyons.com.
Making Good Eye Contact: The 1st of the 7 Techniques Utilized by Effective Public Speakers & Storytellers Storytellers and all public speakers need to use good storytelling techniques. There are seven key techniques that all effective public speakers need to employ. Making good eye-contact is the top of the list.
Professional Storyteller Debbie Dunn has been telling stories and teaching storytelling since 1989. For more information on her Storytelling and Workshop offerings, please visit her Storytelling Website at http://moredunntales.com. She is the author of "The Bell Witch Unveiled At Last! The True Story Of A Poltergeist" written under her pen name of DJ Lyons. This book was published in March of 2008. For more information about this Bell Witch book, her one-woman show based on this book, or to purchase the book using Pay Pal, please visit her Bell Witch Website at http://bellwitchunveiled.com. Her next book is due to be published later in 2009. It is titled "White Reindeer, Kudzu Monster, & Other Tales Of Wonder," also written under her pen name of DJ Lyons. For more information about this book, please visit her Ask DJ Lyons Website at http://askdjlyons.com.
The 3 C's: How to Become Comfortable, Confident and Competent as a Public Speaker
On the Public Speaking Continuum, are you one of those who would rather eat nails than to try public speaking or are you one of those who is a completely comfortable, confident, and competent public speaker? Or do you fall somewhere in between?
Professional Storyteller Debbie Dunn has been telling stories and teaching storytelling since 1989. For more information on her Storytelling and Workshop offerings, please visit her Storytelling Website at http://moredunntales.com. She is the author of "The Bell Witch Unveiled At Last! The True Story Of A Poltergeist" written under her pen name of DJ Lyons. This book was published in March of 2008. For more information about this Bell Witch book, her one-woman show based on this book, or to purchase the book using Pay Pal, please visit her Bell Witch Website at http://bellwitchunveiled.com. Her next book is due to be published later in 2009. It is titled "White Reindeer, Kudzu Monster, & Other Tales Of Wonder," also written under her pen name of DJ Lyons. For more information about this book, please visit her Ask DJ Lyons Website at http://askdjlyons.com.
Debbie has been telling stories and teaching storytelling around the USA, full-time from 1989 to 1997, part-time from 1998 to 2008, and full-time from January 2009 onward.
Debbie tells age-appropriate stories.
Debbie encourages lots of audience participation as she performs.
Debbie has been a member of the National Storytelling Network and the Tennessee Storytelling Association since 1990.
EDUCATION
In 1980, Debbie earned her 2 Bachelor’s degrees in Elementary Education and in Sociology.
In 1989, Debbie earned her Master’s degree in Elementary Education with a specialization in Storytelling.
PUBLISHED AUTHOR AND ONE WOMAN THEATRE SHOWS
Debbie performs One Woman Theatre Shows based on her two published books written under her pen name of DJ Lyons:
- The Bell Witch Unveiled At Last; The True Story Of A Poltergeist (published March 2008) - White Reindeer, Kudzu Monster, & Other Tales Of Wonder (published early in 2010)
TEACHER
Debbie was an Elementary teacher for 7 years: Pre-First, Chapter I Math Lab, Grades 4, 4-5 split, and 5.
Debbie was a Middle School teacher: Conflict Resolution teacher for 5 years (Grades 6, 7, and 8) and a 7th Grade English teacher for 2 ½ years.
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