Alice Shupe is co-founder of Sheep in a Tree, an educator, story teller and fiber artist based in the Raleigh area.  Storytelling and play have a special relationship - each supports the other.  Retelling stories in play or creating new ones, allows children to become "storymakers" - making stories come to life.  As children practice their stories, their oral language skills develop and literacy is enhanced.  Alice's story mats are inspired by nature, as well as the Waldorf, Reggio Emilia and Montessori traditions, and created for open-ended play.  In this workshop, you will make a felted play mat using wet felted techniques.  Perfect holiday gift.  All materials included.  Ages 14+.