Benefits of StoryWalk® at MacEwan

StoryWalk® at MacEwan is not only a fun activity for all – there are many benefits for children, families, and the community, including: 

Literacy Development

A child's earliest interactions with books impact their language and literacy skills. Early literacy skills include print motivation, phonological awareness, vocabulary and narrative skills, and letter knowledge. Everybody has different learning styles and preferences, and StoryWalk at MacEwan engages all of them. 

Physical Development and Self-Regulation

Physical movement during learning activities increases attention for academic learning and improves self-regulation. Physical development is intertwined with social, cognitive, and emotional development. StoryWalk provides the critical building blocks for children to learn as they move.

Family Engagement

Families build values and traditions and begin new friendships with others through community activities. When we share stories, we create lasting social and emotional connections. 

University Campus Experience

StoryWalk at MacEwan University on campus gives children a glimpse of university life, allowing them to envision themselves as future students in a world of higher learning and endless possibilities. Children’s early exposure to a university campus can prepare them for schooling in the future, and visiting the school as a family creates a sense of belonging. Children can also experience the vibrant university culture in downtown Edmonton by visiting MacEwan.