Campfire Stories in Julia Jack's English Classes

The first campfire is always personal stories or a discussion so expectations can be sorted out. Everyone must sit on the floor around the campfire - there is no getting up, no lying down, no washroom breaks - this equalizes the power around the fire. The dark room helps to set the atmosphere and encourages everyone to be brave enough to speak.

Later stories may have a theme or involve research. Sometimes students can read from their written work to help keep the form. As they tell their stories, Julia teaches them techniques to help improve their delivery and structure.