Adam Power-Annand is the National Lead and CEO of Speech Bubbles, a charitable project which supports children struggling in the classroom and in social situations because of communication challenges. Speech Bubbles is a joyful small group drama intervention in which children are encouraged to tell their own imagined stories and act them out with their peers. This is supported by physical, vocal and pro-social activities that encourage the basics of communication, understanding, expression and turn-taking.
“What a joy to read, and learn from Adam’s rich practice enabling creative communication with children. All those working in schools will be inspired to champion this work and make space in the curriculum for building confident communicators…This book deserves reading by everyone working with children.” Dr Steven Berryman, Director of Creativity, Music and Culture, The Charter Trust, President of the Chartered College of Teaching “Inspiring, and accessible! This evidence - informed book explains how Speech Bubbles practitioners support children to develop confidence and become the best communicators they can be. Advice and ideas are supported by real examples to create an invaluable toolkit of drama games, activities, and plans. Every primary classroom should have a copy!” Alison Willmott, Education lecturer and consultant “…this book provides practical advice and activities for building children's confidence in communication and storytelling. Adam Power-Annand draws on decades of experience as a drama practitioner working with children to offer tried-and tested examples, along with case studies from Hip-Hop, Movement and Ceramics to demonstrate the breadth of creative practice that can support children becoming confident communicators.” Darren Chetty Lecturer, University College London “That’s my story is a brilliant resource that will be indispensable for teachers, facilitators and artists in fact anyone who is dedicated to working with children, particularly if you want a practice that, firstly, works, and involves working in a responsive, attuned way to facilitate communication, creativity and participation with children.” Dr Sheila Preston, Founder of Thriving Facilitators, and former academic and lecturer