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Programs for Schools & Educators : K-12 Performances (45-60 min)

Noa cultivates understanding and compassion through stories from her rich heritage and other cultures. With her animated and energetic style, she brings multi-cultural storytelling programs to life with a combination of movement, song, and audience participation.

Katherine Arp, parent, of Waverly Elementary, Frederick MD
I appreciated the diverse nature of the stories you told both at the performance and on your CD and how well you brought in elements of the cultures that the stories sprang from... you made the stories come alive with your dramatic telling of them, you are truly an exceptional performer.

Performances are always tailored to specific age groups, and Noa will be happy to customize programs that support your curriculum with advanced notice.

Choosing Peace: Multicultural Tales to Ponder (Grades K-12)

Hear a richly woven tapestry of stories from around the world that create the foundation for understanding and compassion. Students will explore the themes of peace, justice, wisdom, and compassion across diverse cultures.

The Sabbath Dress: Stories from the Jewish tradition (Grades Pre K - 12)

Noa tells Jewish folktales, literary adaptations, and personal stories that are rich with warmth and humor. This program features tales of wonder, magic and faith from Israel and around the world.

Irene Ndege, Wakefield High School , VA
Thank you. You’ve inspired me to go out and do my thing no matter what.

Character Counts - Lessons from the Ancients (Grades K-8)

Help students develop qualities of character and prevent bullying. Noa gently introduces students to the importance of citizenship and character education using stories from around the world. Students learn about:

  • Respect and Responsibility
  • Generosity and Empathy
  • Courage and Perseverance
  • Friendship and Cooperation
  • Honesty and Fairness
  • Leadership and Citizenship

A Feast from the Middle East (Grades K-12)

Traditional stories keep culture alive. Laugh and learn from the wisdom of tricksters, numskulls, and wise elders in this collection of stories from Afghanistan, Tunisia, Iraq, Turkey, Israel, Palestine, and other Middle Eastern cultures.

Pamela Shewmaker, Oakland Terrace E.S. PTA, Silver Spring MD
Noa Baum is fantastic! She brings her stories alive so that this petite woman actually resembles a lion, a turtle - actually any character she takes on, when performing -without costume! I cannot say enough about Noa - the teachers, staff and most importantly the students were captivated by her storytelling.

Celebration of Lights—Stories for the Holiday Season (Grades pre K-12)

A special multicultural collection of stories for the season of light: Hanukkah, Christmas, Solstice, and other holiday stories of hope and tolerance from many traditions.

Ancient Glories: Stories from Greek Mythology (Grades 4-12)

Bring your curriculum to life! Journey into the world of ancient Greece, travel with Odysseus, meet Perseus and the gorgon Medusa, learn the lessons of King Midas, rejoice in the return of Persephone to her mother, and more.

Marvelous Maidens, Incredible Crones--Stories Of Women Wise And Bold (Grades 4 – 12)

Discover exceptional women from history, the Bible, and folklore who use their wit, wisdom, spirit, and strength to accomplish great deeds. A marvelous addition for Women’s History Month or your curriculum year-round.

Madison Rubenstein, age 12, MN
I absolutely LOVED it !!!! I had tingles up my spine the whole time. There are no words to describe how much I love your storytelling!

A Land Twice Promised
Special 60-min. program (Grades 8 -12) Audience: 300 maximum

In the spirit of understanding, Israeli Noa Baum began a heartfelt dialogue with a Palestinian woman while living in the U.S. Her performance of their dialogue weaves together personal memories and their mothers' stories to create a moving testimonial for peace. Noa illuminates Jerusalem’s complex and contradictory history for Israelis and Palestinians alike. Using active body language and captivating voices, she will entertain, engage, and challenge audiences to discover new perspectives and common ground.

Optional Q&A session follows performance.


A Compelling Performance
of Palestinian & Israeli
Women's Stories.

Buy Noa's Award Winning CD
“Far Away and Close to Home”
NOA BAUM: Far Away and Close to Home - Stories from Many Lands
An excellent collection… the whole family will enjoy hearing all these stories several times over.
- The Sacramento Bee