School administrators, library managers, event planners and those who come to enjoy the stories have a lot to say!
West Jordan Librarian, Lucinda, set out a variety of
of books and music CDs for check out.
Channing Hall School Celebration of Springtime in Europe featured storytelling by Carol Esterreicher.
 Families gathered to hear folk tales.
A copy of Carol's new CD "Fables, Folk, and Fairy Tales -- My Way, " was donated to the library.
The Gale Center of History and Culture
Porcupine and Raccoon Go Into Business!
"I loved the Three Pittle Ligs!" --Anna Smith (parent/South Jordan)
Tales to Tickle Your Funny Bone!
(word play)
Sandy Library
Bingham Creek Library
School Assemblies
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Heartland Elementary
Butterfield Canyon Elementary
Ready for 5 storytelling sessions!
Students K-6 and their families enjoyed fables, folk, and fairy tales.
Free pdf download of Three Piddle Ligs has found rave reviews across the United States and Canada!
Storytellers "Circle of Excellence"
NLP-Based Workshop, 2008
Here is what Storytellers said:
St George, UT
Storyfest 2007
Organized by LaRee Jones
Carol, a Storyteller and Master Practitioner of NLP, designed an adaptation of a Neuro-Linguistic Programming process called "Circle of Excellence."
Christmas Eve, 2007 guests came from Connecticut, Michigan, California, Florida, Maryland, Virginia and Maine
2008 guests came from Hawaii, Missouri, California, and Utah
Bend, Oregon Storytellers Comment
Gaia Creates Herself
--a Sacred Earth mythic tradition
Rindercella and the Prandsome Hince (Chince Prarming!)
Draper Elementary
Super Literacy
"Reading Weaves Magic"
StoryFest 2006
Enjoy the album!
Please know this is my first album before I realized how to do it!
The Tale of
Ladle Rat Rotten Hoof
"The whooshclutter rumbled to her residue!"
(The woodcutter ran to her rescue.)
We got to enjoy this delightful variation based on a popular story again!
Olympus Tellers have been performing during the summers
2006-2008
12:00 Noon at
The Utah Gallivan Center
Lunch Bunch Event
Watch for even more Storytellers during the 2009 Lunch Bunch season!
So far, audiences have enjoyed
Barbara Blackhurst Karl Behling
Carol Esterreicher
Rachel Hedman
Janine Nishiguchi
Holly Robison
Nola VanWagenen
Guidelines for Fracturing Tales are featured in Carol's book.
Visit
[Workshops] page.
See Amazon.com for remaining copies.
Salt Lake Tribune Close up
Salt Lake Tribune,
July 29, 2005
An invitation to family celebration
Taylorsville Dayzz
At the last "_moke of stridnight" the magic will "sippadear!"
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Memories and Albums
On July 18th parents and children at the West Jordan library had this to say about Carol's "Create a Magic Talent Show" workshop..
"...excellent tips for kids to do a Magic Talent show." --Miriam Thahira Hyder, Toastmaster
"...nice job to help youngsters learn how to do a magic show. I thought the handkerchief to rabbit was a big hit!" Al Lampkin, Professional Magician
In response to the Crazy Loops Trick (Moebus strip) enjoy these comments:
 "I liked cutting the paper and you tricking me." --Daniel Bennion/West Jordan student
"It got me thinking about learnng more. It is more interesting than I thought.
Mndy Bennion/West Jordan parent
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On April 23, 2009 Channing Hall, a charter school (Draper, Utah), held a Springtime in Europe celebration. Storytelling added to the evening of dance, games, arts, and other entertainment held in the gym where student exhibits promoted cultural awareness of European countries.
croppedGlobe150px.jpg)  Stories from Russia, Poland, Austria, France, England, Germany, Greece and other countries were on the agenda!
When asked what they liked best about this Storytelling program, this is what family members from Utah wrote.
Missy (parent/Draper) wrote, “They reminded me of the stories my nana used to tell when I was a girl.”
Sue (grandparent/Riverton) wrote, "Carol is a great storyteller. She has the children mesmerized."
Timothy (parent) wrote, “ A great variety of stories. Carol captivated the children with her tales.”
Fae (grandparent/Virgin, UT) wrote, “…Your obvious enthusiasm for storytelling…your mellifluous voice…” I’ve taught storytelling and loved telling stories. Your bright presentation was charming, fun, and an unexpected treat! Thank you.”
Todd (parent/Riverton) wrote, “I was impressed with the way she could keep the attention of the children.”
Mike (parent/Sandy) wrote that he liked “how Carol was very illustrative during the stories.”
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On April 28th, at the Gale Center of History and Culture in South Jordan, a responsive audience enjoyed "Noodleheads, Tricksters, and Tulip Tales."
April Cobb (parent/South Jordan) wrote "It is wonderful to be reminded of classic stories with a twist. I'm so glad to have my children introduced to good old fashion storytelling to show them how fun it can be to step away from the TV and use their imagination. Thank you."
Lucy Crookston (grandparent) wrote, "More-more-more. New stories -- well told --action naturally"
Grant Woolston (grandparent/South Jordan) wrote, "The stories were easily understood by the children. The sories were well told and amusing."
Another person attending complimented the storyteller saying, "Awesome storytelling artist!"
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At The Sandy Library on April 15th and the Bingham Creek Library on May 4th, a family audience enjoyed
"Tales to Tickle Your Funny Bone."
- Wendy Whittaker (parent/Sandy) wrote:
“Ms Esterreicher is very animated and professional. The introduction to the stories was very interesting and deepened the experience. My kids enjoyed it too.”
- Stephanie G. (parent/Sandy) wrote:
“So funny! It was priceless to hear my five-year-old belly chuckle so loud! I liked the short introduction and background on Spoonerisms. I also had fun and I’m 37!” Thank you for sharing your talent with us!
Bingham Creek parents and students really started speaking the same language!
- Nancy M Thomas, (parent/South Jordan) wrote, “I have always loved fairy tales and this was a fun twist. Or tun fwist. (smile). It got my brain going. Thanks.”
- Nicholas V. Poll (student/South Jordan) wrote, “ I liked most of it but the switch-ups from nowhere ‘ low me for a throop.’”
- Christi Poll (parent/South Jordan wrote, “ I think you are an amazing storyteller! I like the pace of your spoonerisms—it gives us time to make the connections in our brains.”
- Robert Poll (parent/South Jordan) wrote, “Carol has an easy manner, tailoring her story to a broad spectrum of listeners. Spoonerisms are great. Sound reinforcement was very natural.”
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You are one "smokin'" Storyteller!
--Lloyd Alexander, President Metro Club of Toastmaster's International
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In January school assemblies in the Jordan School District, teachers provided feedback that continues to help to shape and refine these assemblies.
Susan Labrum, a teacher at Heartland Elementary says, "I like the explanations of the different kinds of stories. I also liked how you added detail to an existing story to create more interest. This will help students as they prepare to do their own storytelling."
Lucy McDowell, another Heartland teacher, said she especially liked the fairy tale, Beeping Sleauty.
Bonnie Clark, a teacher at Butterfield Canyon Elementary, commented, "The stories were interesting and diverse. It was great to hear details about the authors, and the countries of origin. The students were quiet and engaged the whole presentation."
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Wasatch Elementary School Arts Showcase
December 9, 2009
Among the written feedback comments, these are the ones who gave permission to quote them.
They are pretty representative of the overall feedback.
"Beeping Sleauty" had the kids "in stitches" --begging for repeats of the story lines they loved the best. The Tangled Up Feet and Whose Horse is Whose? were popular "Noodlehead Tales" the students wanted to hear again.
Grace Richards wrote, "I loved the way you did motions."
Kelsey Beck wrote that what she liked best about the stories was, "they were funny."
David Richards said the program was "very entertaining for children and adults. Each story had a great message."
Morgan Dutson said, "good story!"
Lisa Joss-Moore liked the "Three Piddle Ligs" best
Magaly McMannis wrote, "I loved the way you talk. It takes you into the story."
At the 5th Annual Farmington Storytelling Festival on January 24th, Carol told Beeping Sleauty and engaged several of the children in imagining that they were among the people in the castle to suddenly were enchanted into a 100-year sleep.
After hearing Carol Esterreicher tell the tale of Beeping Sleauty (Sleeping Beauty told in "spoonerisms") Patti Sadler, a student from Fruit Heights, wrote " I love how you geared it toward the audience and how you involved the children with the 100 years of sleep. That was fun!"
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Salt Lake County Library Programs drew "applause" for the children and adults. See February for some examples of sock puppets made at the Holladay Library after the story: Valentines are Pink and Your Feet Really Stink!
Children at the Kearns Library made really cool valentines. Gina Christenot, a parent wrote, "My son loves story time! He enjoyed this craft so much, he made 2!"
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The Three Piddle Ligs <--Download the pdf.
Regarding the download....
That is terrific. I know it will bring a lot of joy to both children and adults alike! What a wonderful gift you have. We need more people like you to go out and create joy in others. Thank you!
Nancy Eichin /Durham, NC
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"Circle of Excellence!"
Workshop attendees say.....
"I loved this! It is so worthwhile to experience the calm and the confidence needed before the "storm" or the test of our ability and talent."
--LaRee Jones, Conference Organizer
"I think it will grow and develop with my life experiences and with my changing needs. I love the circle I created!"
--Wendy Gourley, Storyteller, President of the Utah Storytelling Guild
"Whether this workshop is taken one time or many times, there is always room for more excellence."
--Rachel Hedman, Storyteller and recipient of the J.J. Reneaux Emerging Artist grant.
"...Now I can take my Circle of Excellence with me whenever I step into my role as a Storyteller. I see other applications for it in other roles in my life."
--Suzanne Hudson, Storyteller
"Something different--it may really help me relax before a performance."
--Lori Hanson, Storyteller
"I'm going to try this!"
--Omar Hanson, Storyteller
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Christmas Eve at Club Solitude
(2004-2009) It's a tradition!
What did you like best about this storytelling program?
"the spirit of Christmas that Carol conveyed"
What suggestions do you have for Carol?
"none--perfectly wonderful."
--Cara Kennedy, parent
Orlando, Florida (2007)
Chen Ying Lee (2008), a parent from Honolulu wrote, "I like how you get the children engaged in the program. It's amazing how many stories you have in your head and how you tell with such expression."
From Years Past
Carol, Merry Christmas! Thank you so much for doing such a wonderful presentation last evening. We really appreciate you having taken the time to come on Christmas Eve. Your wonderful talent added so much to the evening for our guests.
We look forward to having you back!
--Jim Roberts, Solitude Mountain Resort
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From Bend, OR
"I enjoyed both of your stories I like the use of your body language that also helped in telling the stories!"
--Diana Velasquez
"Your voice tone, animation, repetition (light to dark), created an enchanting atmosphere."
--Carolyn Flowers
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Jordan School District Literacy Specialists hire Carol to tell stories at literacy events.
Reading Weaves Magic at Draper Elementary School's Super Literacy Event March 25, 2006
Carol told the tairy fale of Beeping Sleauty and taught the students a magic trick too!
"It's a fun and energetic way to tell stories to younger children." I'd like to see you "interact the spoonerisms with the audience." --Alisha Willett
"The story was funny." I liked "learning how to do the string thingy," (magic trick) --Kyle Brown
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Memories!
StoryFest 2006
What a wonderful gathering of like hearts ready to connect with each other by way of story!
The Story:
Carol "brought the house down" at the Saturday night Children's concert with her hilarious delivery of Ladle Rat Rotten Hoof. After the story, children were overheard rehearsing their fascination with the strange sounding word substitutions "wooshclutter.....wooshclutter....whooshclutter."
After hearing "Ladle Rat Rotten Hoof," audience members shared the following:
"I had lots of children there and I loved how you involved them and how much they laughed and enjoyed your story." -- Rene Sheets.
"You certainly are a good example of what you teach!"
--Derle Thorpe, Logan Utah
"Carol, I always enjoy hearing you perform your unusual stories. You have such a unique depth of knowledge when it comes to words and how they fit into the English language. It's poetry!"
--Billie J. Jones, President
Olympus Chapter/Utah Storytelling Guild
"I love to watch Carol as she plays with words while telling stories. Her listeners hang on her every word as she delights them with stories like Ladle Rat Rotten Hoof."
--Suzanne Hudson, Olympus Chapter of Utah Storytelling Guild
"...simply delightful! The clever switches in language were masterful!"
--Karla Huntsman, Utah Storytelling Guild
"I really liked how funny reversing the letters was and how you had to really engage and think about it. The gestures and actions were great. It was an all around good time for everyone re-experiencing an old favorite!"
--Susie Nilsson, Storyteller
"I loved the play on words. You are phenomenal to carry these mixed up words throughout a whole story. You have the ability to take a well-known story and breathe new life into it. Your stories are delightful and funny. I don't know how you do it.
Carol, I loved the way your story progresses and your pacing based upon the audience feedback. You know how to read your audience."
--Janine Nishiguchi,
Storyteller & former President of
The Utah Storytelling Guild
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The Storyfest Workshop:
I wonder about ways to develop new stories. Thanks for all the great ideas. --Derle Thorpe
Derle attended Carol's workshop:
Fracture a FairyTale Snapshot.
Derle's group which included three storytellers produced The Blue-Suspendered, Purple Hat, Muddy Boots Boy! Reciting the list of goodies in the basket was truly a tongue twisting experience.
What I liked best about your Fractured Fairy Tale workshop was "all the different ideas and ways to fracture a story. It gets me thinking."
--Laurie Allen, Secretary, Utah Storytelling Guild
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From the Salt Lake Tribune's Close-Up Correspondent.
Carol,
Congratulations on the class! I am so excited for you and I think it’s such a great practice to be spreading around that nothing but good can come from that. Very exciting. I’am still interested in doing a story on NLP, I just haven’t pinpointed the publication for it.
Good Luck!
-Lynda
After East Mill Creek's 6th Ward Halloween party for youth ages 12-18, comments included, "Thank you so much for providing such enjoyable entertainment! You were the perfect addition to our Halloween activity."
Sincerely,
Susan Bagley
"Tickled Tales" are Terrific!
Following a Sandy/Draper Close-up article in the Salt Lake Tribune, here's what some of the readers had to say!
Hi Carol,
I just read your news article in the Tribune-A spinner of smiles. What a great article. That is awesome to have them write such a neat article about YOU. I didn't know you have written a book and I have enjoyed your web site also. Carol your such a wonderful person I always enjoy hearing about the funny stories or magic you do. Thank you for sharing your article with me. See you soon. Amy
Farmington Cultural Arts Council Storytelling Festivals
2005, 2007, 2008 and 2009.
The Farmington Cultural Arts Council wishes to thank you for participating in our Storytelling Festival. Your work was greatly needed and appreciated. Thank you so much."
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" I love to see your humor emerging in your telling. Its delightful to see how much fun you have telling these funny stories. It helps the audience to have more fun too."
--Suzanne Hudson, Olympus Chapter/Utah Storytelling Guild
"What a gifted storyteller and what fun for the audience. It is wonderful when people share their talents so willingly for the enjoyment of others."
--Marlene Biehler and Eleanor Bass
Taylorsville Arts Council/Taylorsville Dayzz Committee
After presenting a brief version of Rindercella and the Prandsome Hince at an entertainment showcase at the Sandy Senior Center, an audience member commented, "I wish you had done the longer version!" --Keith Hodge, Sandy Senior Center
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Thank you for the wonderful job you did telling stories in the Bowery at our Pumpkin Patch event. I was able to listen from "afar" and thoroughly enjoyed your performance."
--Jan Harris, Director of Programs.
This is the Place Heritage Park
Salt Lake City, Utah
Audiences in general have commented "hilarious!" "fun!" "different!"
They are often amazed and ask "How in the world are you able to do that?"(speak in spoonerisms)
At This is the Place Heritage Park's Candlelight Christmas Event,
Carol's telling of author Cynthia Rylant's touching story, Silver Packages drew applause over and over again!
Carol "warmed up"some of her audiences with a novel version of
The Night Before Christmas. So, next December, when you plan your holiday event, be sure to ask Carol to tell The Chright Before Nistmas (spoonerism version).
StoryFest at Weber State University
Storytellers, teachers, councilors, retired health care professionals and other participants agreed that Carol was well-prepared and knowledgeable.
"This was an excellent workshop. It was fun to learn new inventive ideas to get children involved in
writing stories and using their imaginations!"
--Mary Halverson, Member/Utah Storytelling Guild
"I only wish you could pocket your knowledge in a pill. Thank you."
-- Ho Williams, a writer and promoter of storytelling
You are one "smokin'" Storyteller!
--Lloyd Alexander, President Metro Club of Toastmaster's International
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