Project Description
Rukhsana Khan

Stories for Building Bridges – Virtual or In-Person Performance
Bring critically-acclaimed author Rukhsana Khan into your classroom with her new presentation series! Students will hear stories from her childhood and learn about her inspiration and writing process. Exploring South Asian culture and issues surrounding poverty, immigration, and family, Rukhsana will adapt her performance to meet the needs of your students.
Curriculum Connections
Storytelling as a means to share experiences and foster understanding
Overcoming adversity and discrimination
Cross Curricular Connections
Experiential Learning
Equity & Inclusion
Literacy
Teacher Resources
Booking Details
School Fee – Virtual Presentation: $371.00 + HST
Audience Size (Virtual): 500
School Fee – In-Person Presentation: $488 + HST
Audience Size (In-Person): 100
Grades: K-8
Language: English
Availability: Year-Round
Maximum number of links: 150
About Rukhsana Khan
Born in Lahore, Pakistan, Rukhsana Khan is an award-winning storyteller and the author of eleven books who has been invited to speak on television and radio as well as several international conferences. In 2013, her Big Red Lollipop was celebrated by the New York Public Library as one of the “Top 100 Great Children’s Books in 100 Years.” Rukhsana is also available for Skype visits (contact her directly at www.rukhsanakhan.com).