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Selected Performances & WorkshopsNew Bedford Whaling Museum, MANew Bedford Art Museum, MANorthlands Storytelling Conference, WIAHA Night, MANational Storytelling Conference, CO & PABarrington Area Arts Council, ILNantucket Whaling Museum, MABoston Harbor Island Alliance, MACape Ann Historical Museum, MASpringfield Museum, MAButtonwood Zoo, MAFreetown Elementary, MAFriends Academy, MAUnited Way of Greater New Bedford, MASEMLS (Southeastern MA Library System)SEESA (Southeastern Educational School Alliance)Tri-County Symphonic Band, MASharing the Fire Conference, MA & NHSchool Readiness Program, CTNumerous libraries and schools around New EnglandSharing the Fire Conference, MA
“Karen was wonderfully engaging. As she spun her tales, I saw the youngsters in the audience transfixed on the compelling nuances of her phrasing. She really made our event work and she did it with a very upbeat attitude, grace and a smile.”
Philip Sanborn, Conductor Tri-County Symphonic Band, Marion, MA
Catch the Story Bug!
Karen ChaceProfessional Storyteller
Web Researcher
Performances For Children and Adults• Schools • Conferences• Libraries • Retreats• Festivals • Celebrations• Bookstores • Clubs• Campfires • Organizations• Museums
Workshops For Everyone• Students • Parents• Teachers • Storytellers• Librarians
ResidenciesArtist-in-Residence programs can be designed for grades 2-8. Inspire the imagination while enhancing reading, writing, language, self-confidence and more!
Programs can be tailored to fit your needs
“Your overall presence is spell-binding! I love listening to you!”
Marty O’Meara, Children’s Librarian, Duxbury, MA
“The children referred to your stories for the rest of the day. It was perfect. Please come again!”
Joanne Morra, Winslow Elementary, MA
Growing up among a large, extended Irish family in
Massachusetts, Karen has been surrounded by stories and storytellers all of her life. She has been sharing stories
professionally with a wide range of audiences since 2000. She is also an author, workshop presenter, keynote speaker, story coach and director of the Freetown Elementary School Storytelling Club.
Combining her passion for literature, and her love of storytelling, Karen delights in sharing tales from around the world; stories of love, laughter and learning with her energetic and interactive style. Karen also presents her enthusiastic and illuminating workshops and residences at conferences, libraries and schools around the country.
Karen strongly believes that storytelling nurtures students, offering them opportunities to succeed in ways they never imagined!
Professional Memberships• League for the Advancement of New
England Storytelling (LANES)• National Storytelling Network (NSN)• Northlands Storytelling Network• Youth & Educators in Storytelling (YES)
Some Favorite ProgramsJaws, Claws & PawsThese stories don’t bite! Travel on an imagination safari with animal tales from around the world. (K-8)
Pathways to PeaceConflict resolution tales that celebrate diversity and promote peaceful solutions. (K-8)
The Midnight HourTales of the supernatural for mature audiences. (10 & up)
Spooktacular StoriesStories of silly spooks; a balance of fright and delight. (K-8)
Tales With ScalesStrap on your snorkel and make a splash with fish stories from around the world. (K-6)
The Treasure ChestA timeless treasury of fairytales and folktales from long ago. (K-8)
The Trickster TourQuick-witted tricksters from Africa to the United States try to con you with their crazy, crafty tales. (K-8)
Book A Trip Around the WorldBuckle up, and travel to six continents on the wings of stories without ever leaving home. (K-8)
Winter WonderlandLet the fire of imagination warm you as you listen to these frosty folktales from long ago. (K-8)
“My daughter never participates in anything; I can’t believe she listened to all of the stories.”
Father, PACE Head Start Program, MA
Workshops and ResidenciesResearching Stories on the InternetMine the treasure-trove of stories on the web with just a click of the keys.
Story by Story: Building A Storytelling ClubBring the thrill of storytelling to your students.
Storytelling with EaseLearn how to tell a good story; become more confident with public speaking. This lifelong skill will benefit both children and adults.
Stories Teach and Reach (S.T.A.R.)Explore how you can easily invigorate and educate your students using storytelling in your curriculum.
“The feedback we received from our visitors was uniformly positive. Parents complimented your natural style, and ability to connect with children, and diverse stories. Thank you again for a wonderful program!”
Kirstin Freeman Gamble, Curator of Education, Nantucket Historical Association, Nantucket, MA
“You have no idea the miracle you have performed. My daughter was so shy in first grade she barely spoke a word. I can’t believe she is up there on stage, telling a story!”
Father of third grade student, Freetown Elementary Storytelling Festival 2003, MA
“The best of the weekend. Excellent organization and information. It was perfect!”
Story by Story - Building A School Storytelling Club Workshop Participant, Sharing the Fire Conference, MA
