Mr Kelly the Storyteller
Hello! My name is Graeme. My passion for storytelling began during a traditional arts week in Durham where I was taught by the legendary Taffy Thomas, the UK's first Laureate for Storytelling. Taffy inspired me to have a go for myself so during the pandemic, I created a Youtube channel. Here, I broadcast daily stories for my school under the moniker of Mr Kelly the Storyteller.
My Story
My first career was working as a weather forecaster for the Press Association, Met Office, and British Antarctic Survey. I have since clocked up 12 years of teaching experience with both adults and children. Presently, I am supporting South Tyneside Libraries by leading a project to promote wellbeing in the community.
In recent years, I have combined my love of language with my desire to teach and inspire others by sharing stories as a professional storyteller. Teaching has taught me that everyone has their own unique way of learning and engaging with the world. I strive to tap into this individuality with each and every storytelling session. With my varied background, I have a wealth of experiences to draw from in order to bring stories to life and captivate audiences.
Qualifications
BSc Geophysical Sciences
MSc Applied Meteorology
PGCE Primary Education
Member of the Society for Storytelling
Enhanced DBS for both adults and children
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