Presented by Emagine Entertainment & Folktellers Studios

Your Students’ Stories Deserve the Spotlight!
This fall, partner with us to turn young readers into filmmakers! Blend reading, imagination, and movie magic into cinematic experiences celebrating creativity, confidence, and community. Scholarships available: NO COST for qualifying schools, libraries, and literacy groups!

Dive into Award-Winning Worlds
Students explore Josef Bastian’s award-winning Excerpts from an Unknown Guidebook series—Series I of the Folktellers Master Cycle, a universe of mystery, adventure, and folklore where stories wield ultimate power.

Young heroes Aaron, Wendy, Jake, and Eddie join Folktellers, Travelers, and Guardians on a global quest using a magical mechanical map to find hidden excerpts of the lost Master Guidebook. Shadowy specters led by Apscind battle for control, manifesting as monsters from global myths and legends.

The 7 enchanting tales: Phases of the Moon, Cave in the Rock, Shadows on the Silver Strings, The Great American Fairy Hoax, The Child that Never Was, A Clockwork Thief, and The Matryoshka Doll.
Award-winning for imaginative depth and emotional impact—ideal for bibliotherapy and sparking lifelong reading love!

From Page to Premiere
Read & Imagine: Dive into the Excerpts series.
Create Magic: Craft movie trailers inspired by characters and themes.
Shine Bright: Finalists premiere at Emagine Theatres red carpet event with celebrity judges, photos, and big-screen glory.
A celebration of imagination, courage, and teamwork!

All-in-One Program Kit
30 Award-Winning Novels from the series
30 Participant Awards & Folktellers Bookmarks
1 First-Place Winner Award
1 Complete 7-Book Set of the series
Real Red Carpet Runner for local premieres
Comprehensive Educator Guide with step-by-step instructions
Zero cost with scholarships!

What Students Gain
Strengthen reading and writing skills
Build confidence, empathy, and teamwork
Learn digital storytelling and film production
Explore emotional wellness and resilience through creativity
Experience bibliotherapy—healing through story
Perfect for: Elementary & Middle Schools; Libraries & Literacy Programs; After-School & Summer Learning; Youth Film, Arts & Wellness Groups.

Timeline
Open Enrollment: November 2025
Kits Ship: February 2026
Program Runs: February–April 2026
Celebrity Judging: May 2026
Red Carpet Premiere: June 2026 🎉

Join the Adventure!
Empower students to read, create, and shine. Scholarships ensure accessibility for all. Open enrollment begins November 3rd, 2025.
Visit: https://folktellersforliteracy.com

Because every reader is a storyteller—and every story deserves a spotlight.

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