School assemblies don’t have to be either educational OR fun -- they can be BOTH...which is why Joe Gandelman & Friends visit some schools year after year after year.
In 1990, John High left his job at an excavating company -- where he bulldozed old barns and houses to make room for development -- and began The Barn Saver Project, saving buildings he'd always hated destroying. A slide show is available about this project.
Earthcapades (environmental programs) is a non-profit organization with a mission to bring quality "edutainment" programs to our global community.
The Great Lakes Severe Storm Chase Team has been giving schools presentations for years. The presentation is geared toward grade schools and focuses on weather safety for "latchkey kids and baby sitters who may face extreme weather while home alone."
The Mobile Ark: Endangered Species Animal Education Programs.
Zap Entertainment features a variety of performers who perform in schools with a variety of themes: science, math, magic, juggling, history, reading, self-esteem and more.
Keith Michael Johnson's enrichment programs are designed to meet the educational needs of five to twelve year olds' at school, at the library, and at special events. Using humor and audience participation, Keith teaches and entertains in a way that reinforces key points of the elementary school curriculum. He offers shows about science, american history and citizenship, reading, health, fitness and goal setting, and recycling.
The Earth Balloon travels to schools everywhere. This year we will visit approximately 100 schools across North America. With the Earth Balloon, students learn about: Time Zones, Planets, Rain Forests, Eco Systems, Tectonic Plates, Ring of Fire, Pollution, Geology, Geography, Water Conservation, Endangered Species, Scale, Ozone, Oceans, Continents and the Equator, Great Circles.
Tom Callinan and Ann Shapiro: With dozens of participatory program offerings to choose
from, this Connecticut-based husband and wife duo has performed in schools, libraries, etc. (as solo artists and/or their duo) for 30 years.
Fran Stallings grew up in a tradition of family storytelling and conducts workshops, residencies, and festival performances nationwide. One of her popular offerings is environmental storytelling. Besides her solo presentations, she also presents programs with traditional Japanese storyteller Hiroko Fujita, who visits the States every spring.
Greg Cooney uses audience participation and positive original songs which focus on many topics. His antics and songs captivate audiences of all ages. Kids can learn about life, while having a great time getting involved with music.
No other performer has appeared before more Michigan elementary students in the past 10 years than Doug Scheer. Doug's typical school show schedule includes up to 24 performances per week. He's not only the performer, but also the creator, writer and producer of the ten shows you'll find detailed on this web site.
Tom & the Magic Pig Cultural Diversity Program - Teaching respect for differences and the dangers of stereotyping and prejudice. A trained Vietnamese Pot Bellied Pig, a lot of fun and a major life lesson!
All of the happy student faces shown on this website
were photographed while they were enjoying the presentation
by Steven Michael Harris: "Embracing Writing in School and Life"
"Your message was extremely welcome and teachers this morning have been quick to praise your efforts in last night's performance.... you are a true original." (Embracing Writing in School and Life)
