The Claim Your Story (CYS) curriculum is nine units designed for K-6 students. At the culmination of the classroom instruction each student will create a personalized storybook about their own Hero’s Journey. Each grade band has their own age specific materials to help them learn at their level. This super flexible curriculum can be tailored around the needs of each classroom. units can be taught at a pace that works for you over the course of a few weeks, a whole semester, an or entire year. It was designed to integrate with curriculum already being taught. It is built to be online or classroom based, it works well in a blended format and has proven to be a win-win for parents, teachers and students,
As students begin to claim their story they will learn how their story impacts the communities they are a part of. They will learn to reach out and listen to others, find ways to serve them, and choose courage to share their story to help others. We are committed to providing a learning experience that will not only benefit the students who participate, but the ripple effect will carry out into their classroom, school, home, community and world. Claim Your Story was written by teachers for teachers and helps students young and old take the lead in their story!
Each unit contains worksheets, reading suggestions, group activities, individual activities, and writing exercises.
Teachers will enjoy a full resource center with video tutorials, unit plans, worksheets, and support materials.
Each student will become an author of their very own digital book with options to print.
Students will learn 9 unique and engaging songs that correspond with the Claim Your Story units.
Whether you are in a traditional classroom, an after school program, homeschool group or a family that wants to dive into discovering and creating their hero story we have something for you! Our vision is to engage communities in embracing stories of all individuals as heroes of their own personal journey and, in that process, become more united in compassion, understanding, and empathy as we realize every story really does matter!
The curriculum is designed to align with core standards established by educational boards. It fits well into your classroom on multiple levels and promotes engagement and self-efficacy in your students. The process is simple, and can be done at your own pace, whether for a term or for the whole year. There are purchase options available for individual classrooms, grades, schools, and entire districts.
This curriculum is a fantastic add to the programming you likely provide for your clients. This will help them better understand their path, the choices they have made, and assist them in reframing their story for their path ahead.
The curriculum is ideal for individuals or for small groups. The curriculum is a great activity to do with your students or grandstudents, at a family reunion, or for any family activity. It can be done as a family history project, or simply as a gift for someone whose story matters to you!
The curriculum is designed to augment a student's education and to empower them to chart their own course in life. This makes it an ideal option for those in the home-school community who are seeking new resources to help their students achieve their potential. It is equally functional in both at-home and community-based homeschools.
— Amber Clayton
Principal and Lead Learner, Granger Elementary— April Boone
Lead Tumaini instructor— Ryan Wells
Principal, Central Elementary
PO Box 382,
Springville, UT 84663