“The achievements of all classes involved indicate that The Story Spinner DVDs are a powerful resource ...and have contributed significantly to raising standards in writing ...” Extract from evaluation by Eve Bearne (Cambridge University, Faculty of Education) and Marilyn Mottram (Birmingham University and School Effectiveness Advisor).  Read the report here.

The Story Spinner is a collection of 42 stories told on film, by veteran storyteller Phil McDermott (rated ‘Excellent’ by Ofsted) and created especially for use in primary schools. There are 7 DVDs in each box set, with 6 stories for each year, from reception to Year 6 - creating a unique resource for the entire school. Each story has been carefully selected to fit the Renewed Framework, offering all the benefits of live storytelling, for any classroom, any time.

The Story Spinner is a powerful new teaching tool for the 21st century classroom.

“It’s not often that a new resource knocks me out so comprehensively, but this is something special! This carefully selected and beautifully produced collection is far more than an educational resource - it’s a cultural treasure trove, and a very special personal experience!”
Sue Palmer, Literacy Consultant and writer on contemporary childhood.

We are delighted to announce that The Story Spinner has won the prestigious UKLA Book Award 2008 'Special Commendation' Award.

We would like to thank the United Kingdom Literacy Association for this wonderful commendation. Here are some comments from the judges

‘UKLA would like to make a Special Commendation to a series of DVDs The Story Spinner (told by Phil McDermott). These stories have been created for every age group and the DVD includes ideas for how to use them in schools. Each story is wonderfully told. Members of the panel delighted in the stories and had many tales to tell of their effect in classrooms. Moving, amusing and enthralling, this set of DVDs is a wonderful example of a multimodal text using talk and gesture to great effect and fully deserves the UKLA Commendation.’

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As featured in April's issue of Child Education Plus magazine. Read the article by Sue Palmer here.