Extending XR is a FREE creative technology training programme for adults who live in North Yorkshire delivered by the XR Stories project team from the University of York. Running at Settle Stories in June and July 2026, Extending XR consists of three short, practical workshops covering 3D scanning and modelling, animation and performance capture and […]
Live online storytelling | Calm, accessible and age-appropriate Designed for EYFS and KS1 pupils, this story introduces big ideas in a simple, memorable way. When Aisha and Leo find a […]
Most people struggle with storytelling for the same reason. Nobody taught them the mechanics, so their stories drift. They over-explain. They start too early, end too late, and miss the moment that actually matters. People nod politely. Nothing lands. That's not a talent problem. It's a craft problem. StoryLab exists to fix that. This is […]
Live online storytelling | Humorous, inclusive and age-flexible This classic Nasreddin tale uses humour to explore a timeless idea: gratitude matters more than entitlement. As Nasreddin outwits his greedy neighbour, pupils learn that generosity should be met with thanks, not expectation. The story encourages reflection on sharing, kindness and how we respond when we receive […]
Join us for a celebration of the delightfully eccentric folk customs, rituals and traditions that mark the turning year! From cheese rolling to hen races, and from Morris dancing to druid gatherings at Stongehenge, there’s plenty in the ritual year that feels traditional. But these customs are not a twee relic of a fancy-dress past, […]
Live online storytelling | Calm, inclusive and age-appropriate In this age-appropriate storytelling session for EYFS and KS1, children learn about Diwali - a festival that celebrates light, knowledge and goodness. […]
