Storytelling at the Library

Tomorrow I tell my first story to the children at the public library. Last year I read stories to the children but this year the librarian is allowing me to create my own. Since Quinn's Cove is known for its beautiful yards and gardens, I thought I would start with a story about some of the yard art - in this case the statues.

So, the first ghostly story I will tell the children will be about how the statues of Quinn's Cove come to life on the first night of each full moon. And of course, if any child is found outside after dark during these times, they are in danger of being chased, caught and eaten! (I may have to substitute 'tickled' for eaten; it will depend on how young my audience is).

This girl may look angelic, but she is capable of tying up children with her beads.
These little cherubs are known for tackling children...
An innocent looking cat, but with claws that scratch and poke...
A cherub just looking for something to eat, perhaps bites out of little children...
And a stoic lion, who once each month prowls the yards looking for little children to pounce on.
Okay, as much as I would like to use these ideas, I pretty much know I'll have to tone it down a bit. I'll let you know what I do:) Em