THE
BABAYAN PROJECT
Storytelling and Civic Education for Children
Model for Participation in The Babayan Project
The Babayan Project has had an extensive global reach. The book and guide have been published in multiple languages with numerous schools and NGOs adopting the project in the United States, Latin America, Spain, Portugal, India, China, South Korea, and Taiwan—with tens of thousands of children participating. Below is a model of how successful partnerships have worked.
RESOURCES FOR TEACHERS AND FAMILIES
Babayan and the Magic Star a chapter book focused on self-discovery and the power of friendship
The Guide for Teachers and Families designed to ignite children's moral and artistic imaginations
An Introductory Video in English and Spanish and on YouTube.
Worldwide schools and nonprofits have been successful partnering older students
(upper grandes, secondary school, and university) with younger students 5-9 years old
THE ROLE OF EDUCATION NGOS AND SCHOOLS
Educational NGOs, school districts, and individual schools have implemented and adapted the project to meet their educational goals, local issues, and curriculum.
DONOR SUPPORT
Foundations and individual donors have played a critical role in supporting schools and educational programs providing opportunities for underserved students throughout the world.
EVALUATION
Schools and educational NGOs conduct their own evaluations of The Babayan Project based on their distinctive education goals.
SHARING PROJECTS
We invite teachers, students, and families to share art, writing, videos, photos, and projects by tagging us @Babayan on Facebook and @babayan_story_project on Instagram