Dianne de Las Casas is an author and award-winning storyteller who tours internationally presenting programs, teacher training, workshops and artist residencies. Her performances, dubbed “traditional folklore gone fun” and “revved-up storytelling” are full of energetic audience participation. Her multi-award winning CDs include Jambalaya ~ Stories with Louisiana Flavor, World Fiesta ~ Celebrations in Story and Song, and Jump, Jiggle & Jam ~ A Rhythmic Romp Through Story Land. Dianne’s books include Story Fest: Crafting Story Theater Scripts; Kamishibai Story Theater: The Art of Picture Telling; Handmade Tales: Stories to Make and Take; Tangram Tales: Story Theater Using the Ancient Chinese Puzzle; The Story Biz Handbook and Scared Silly: 25 Tales to Tickle and Thrill; The Cajun Cornbread Boy; Stories on Board: Creating Board Games from Favorite Tales; and Madame Poule’ and Monsieur Roach. Visit her website at www.storyconnection.net and subscribe to Story Connection Express, an educational e-zine for parents and teachers.