Use story structure to communicate an idea clearly.
Urban Roots
Urban Story Lab
A free communication and storytelling pathway for upper elementary learners. Build confidence, express ideas, and share your story with peers and family.
- Duration
- 5 weeks
- Grade
- Grades 4-6
- Teacher
- Liz Lekarczyk
- Access
- Free
What you will learn
Built for visible progress, not hidden curriculum.
Reflect on neighborhood and lived experience through writing.
Share a short story in front of peers or supportive adults.
Lessons
Work through the course one lesson at a time.
Audience
Upper elementary students building storytelling and speaking confidence
Lessons, discussion prompts, and activities are published as free, open-access content on this site.
Prerequisites
- Comfort writing short reflections.
- No previous storytelling coursework required.