A PRIMARY school in a village near Oswestry has celebrated National Storytelling Week with a visit from an award-winning narrator.
Weston Rhyn Primary School welcomed Jake Evans where he explained the importance of storytelling as a portal to help unleash children's imagination.
The pupils were enchanted by the way Jake told the tales, and said he was really funny.
Year five pupil, Lewis said: "I really enjoyed listening to the storyteller.
"He was really funny, especially his story about the wibbly, wobbly finger."
All the pupils relished getting involved with the stories and were inspired to create their own stories.
Vanessa Hackett, English lead, who organised the event added: "I’ve never seen the children so engrossed in a story.
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"The sheer excitement and joy I have seen in the children’s faces and watching Jake’s way with children has been absolutely inspirational.
"National Storytelling Week celebrates the oral tradition of storytelling."
The school is also part of an exciting project Shropshire Bookfest and were visited this week by two very talented authors, Peter Bently and Ross Montgomery.
The Year one children, have been working on one of Peter’s books- ‘Octopus Shockpus’ and he was delighted to see some of the classes work about his book.
Mrs Hackett continued: "Peter had a wonderful welcome and said our school ended his visit to Shropshire perfectly."
Mars Class, who are also taking part in Shropshire Bookfest had a fabulous time with author Ross Montgomery.
Ross worked with the children helping them to plan and write their own stories.
"The children were overflowing with excitement and ideas, so enthused to get their ideas down on paper."
The pupils also had crisps - Ross’ favourite snacks - and biscuits while he signed their class books.
Mrs Hackett added: "A huge shout out goes to Shropshire Bookfest for organising such a great project."
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