STORYTELLER

Robert Rubinstein has had a vast and diverse storytelling career for the past 40 years. National and international performances, created a Multicultural Storytelling Festival, and directed The Troupe of Tellers at Roosevelt Middle School.

Author of seven books, stories included in anthologies, and various articles. His latest book, “Zishe the Strongman,” is available in English and in Spanish. Rubinstein writes young adult novels, short stories, picture books, and educational teaching materials.

As a teacher with 32 years of experience, Rubinstein was involved in creating the innovative Roosevelt Middle School program in Eugene, Oregon, based on the “School without Failure” philosophy. He has written extensively on techniques and reflections about positive educational practices.