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October 11-12, 2025
Storytelling across the Disciplines: Stories hide everywhere
Co-hosted with Montessori Institute Prague
- In this AMI refresher course, we will look at the role of the adult as a storyteller of the truth in relation to both the characteristics of the 6–12 child (why they need it) and the disciplines as goldmines of story. You’ll explore how to find stories at the heart of each subject area, transform facts into captivating narratives, and deliver them in a way that inspires. Onsite participants will actively create and share stories together.
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Certificate awarded by Association Montessori Internationale (AMI)
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Delivery
Online -
Language
English, Russian, Kazakh
Discover how each academic discipline is a treasure trove of stories waiting to be told
Learn practical storytelling techniques to transform your classroom delivery
Practice crafting and delivering engaging stories grounded in truth and curiosity
Workshop Takeaways
- Why storytelling is so important for the 6–12 year old
- Why children ages 6–12 thrive on storytelling
- How to transform facts into stories with the child in mind
- Delivering stories that inspire curiosity and wonder
- A greater awareness of storytelling potential in all disciplines
- Finding the hidden story in every subject
- Tools and techniques to turn facts into stories
PART 1
October 11, 2025
Online on Zoom
12:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Almaty time
PART 2
October 12, 2025
Online on Zoom
12:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Almaty time
Course program:
October 11, 2025
Online on Zoom
12:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Almaty time
PART 2
October 12, 2025
Online on Zoom
12:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Almaty time
Course program:
- Storytelling and the characteristics of the 6-12 year old child
- Principles of transforming facts to child friendly stories
- Some examples going from fact to story
- Storytelling and the different disciplines
Accessible for 4 weeks after the course
- AMI 6-12 Diploma Holders (being onsite): Refresher Certificate issued by AMI
- Non-Diploma Holders and Online Participants on Zoom: Attendance Certificate issued by AMI
- Watching the recording: Proof of completion issued by MIP
124000₸
After receiving the application, if there are available spots in the group, the participant will be issued an invoice for payment, either in cash or by bank transfer
After receiving the application, if there are available spots in the group, the participant will be issued an invoice for payment, either in cash or by bank transfer
Carla Foster is an AMI Elementary Trainer originally from California but has been living in Norway since 1995. Carla has AMI 3-6 and 6-12 diplomas from MMI in London and the Montessori Institute of Milwaukee. She has worked with children at levels 3-6, 6-9, and 9-12, working in both private and public Montessori schools. She has been an elementary trainer since 2011.
Carla has been working on the creation committee for the timeline and chart and has a unique insight into the whys and hows of what was chosen to represent our earliest history as a species.
Carla has been working on the creation committee for the timeline and chart and has a unique insight into the whys and hows of what was chosen to represent our earliest history as a species.
Kyla Morenz is an AMI Elementary Trainer from Toronto, Canada. She has AMI diplomas at both the 3-6 and 6-12 levels. She has taught in 6-9, 9-12, and 6-12 environments in Canada and Morocco. She has lectured on courses in North America and Europe. Kyla is also currently part of the expert team in Bilingual Montessori Erasmus project run by Montessori Institute Prague.
In this immersive workshop, you will develop a deeper appreciation for storytelling as a key element of Cosmic Education. You’ll learn how to mine every subject area—from math to biology—for compelling narratives that speak to the developmental needs of children aged 6 to 12.
Through guided practice and story development, you’ll build confidence in transforming factual content into memorable, inspiring stories. Whether you’re seeking to refresh your Montessori practice or bring more vitality into your lessons, this workshop will help you reconnect with your love for knowledge and pass it on with authenticity.
Through guided practice and story development, you’ll build confidence in transforming factual content into memorable, inspiring stories. Whether you’re seeking to refresh your Montessori practice or bring more vitality into your lessons, this workshop will help you reconnect with your love for knowledge and pass it on with authenticity.
"I am in deep gratitude to Carla Foster and Kyla Morenz for the precious teachings brought through this amazing workshop about the Timeline of Life. Such a priviledge and so much appreciation for the industrious creativity and joyful, playful expression that Carla Foster brings into this world. Her passion and love of Life, of knowledge, of creative writing, music and song! Amazing and inspiring!"
Lavinia - Gabriela
Workshop "Timeline of Life"
"Thank you for this weekend. It revived my curiosity and excitement about how life managed to come back. I was stuck a little in the math - language - national curriculum spiral and I had forgotten the Montessori vision."
Elena
Workshop "Timeline of Life"
"Looking forward to more workshops that will take us beyond what we have gained from doing the AMI course."
Premalatha
Workshop "Timeline of Life"
"My greatest gratitude to you ladies for sharing with us so much wisdom; helping and guiding us how to do further work with the children. Plenty of food for thoughts, millions of new ideas. Thanks for motivating us for more work and studies. On top, you made us have lots of fun :-). I really can't wait for the next workshop to come. Till then the warmest hug to you and thank you!"
Mariann
Workshop "Timeline of Life"
"I found the whole workshop to be so informative and inspiring, Carla's knowledge and delivery was outstanding. I took 50 pages of notes! I have always loved this piece of material but now can't wait to enthuse my 9-12 class all over again with the new ideas for creative non-fiction writing."
Janet
Workshop "Timeline of Life"
"It was a meaningful lesson about evolution. I enjoyed it a lot, I am really motivated to prepare some new materials to transmit this knowledge to children. Thanks!"
Katalin
Workshop "Timeline of Life"
Lavinia - Gabriela
Workshop "Timeline of Life"
"Thank you for this weekend. It revived my curiosity and excitement about how life managed to come back. I was stuck a little in the math - language - national curriculum spiral and I had forgotten the Montessori vision."
Elena
Workshop "Timeline of Life"
"Looking forward to more workshops that will take us beyond what we have gained from doing the AMI course."
Premalatha
Workshop "Timeline of Life"
"My greatest gratitude to you ladies for sharing with us so much wisdom; helping and guiding us how to do further work with the children. Plenty of food for thoughts, millions of new ideas. Thanks for motivating us for more work and studies. On top, you made us have lots of fun :-). I really can't wait for the next workshop to come. Till then the warmest hug to you and thank you!"
Mariann
Workshop "Timeline of Life"
"I found the whole workshop to be so informative and inspiring, Carla's knowledge and delivery was outstanding. I took 50 pages of notes! I have always loved this piece of material but now can't wait to enthuse my 9-12 class all over again with the new ideas for creative non-fiction writing."
Janet
Workshop "Timeline of Life"
"It was a meaningful lesson about evolution. I enjoyed it a lot, I am really motivated to prepare some new materials to transmit this knowledge to children. Thanks!"
Katalin
Workshop "Timeline of Life"
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