Curriculum-Based, Significantly Educational Assemblies That Truly Teach, Inspire, Motivate & Are Fantastically Fun For Students & Teachers!
Need Proof? Check Out Recent Feedback from Autumn, 2009!
"Our school had Chris into our building to kick off our year, and our message of "Have a Heart" and living your life with strong morals and good character. He provided some excellent large group assemblies in the morning for our primary (K-2) and intermediate (3-5). The assemblies sent a strong message that was both age and student appropriate. In the afternoon, Chris provided individualized grade level workshops. Chris' high energy and enthusiasm kept the students entertained throughout the entire show as he walked them through the Pillars of Good Character through the use of puppetry, magic and hilarious behaviour! The "magic" words used throughout the show were "Choose, Lead & Succeed". I HIGHLY recommend that you "Choose" to invite Chris into your building for his character building assemblies, watch Chris as he "Leads" the students through the Pillars of Good Character, and finally see your students "Succeed" as individuals in the classroom and your community as they remember and live out Chris' message on a daily basis!"
Andy Fekete, Teacher
Clow Elementary, Naperville, IL
"I am very careful when booking an assembly for our school because our PTO works so hard to earn the money, and because I want to make sure each program has a strong message and enough entertainment value that makes it worthwhile for our students and staff. Chris McBrien, the Magic Storyteller, certainly brings both of these things to his performance. He immediately grabs the attention of his audience and keeps it throughout his show. His messages about the Pillars of Character are very clear and strongly emphasized. He is also a professional entertainer who uses his talents of magic and ventriloquism to maintain the attention of many different age groups. Additionally, I told Chris we were supporting a children's book that is a guide to daily happiness for kids. Chris purchased the book for himself and incorporated many of the items from the book in his show. This validated what we have been doing here at school, in terms that our age group easily understood. I would certainly recommend Chris to any school wanting a similar program. It was awesome to see our staff laughing right along with the students!"
Brad Hevron, Principal
Indian Knoll School, West Chicago, IL
"More educational content in the first five minutes of the program than other presenters we've seen have in their ENTIRE program...and we've seen them ALL!"
Marvin Kiper, Teacher
Kathryn Winn Primary, Carrollton, KY
We're PBIS Approved AND "Bucket-ized!"
Dear Friends in Education,
As a school administrator, counselor, teacher, librarian or PTO/PTA/PTG coordinator you are bombarded with school assembly materials every year. At the same time, with our economy in it's current situation, every single dollar a school has for assemblies must be spent well.
So you want to pick carefully, a school assembly that will fulfill your school family's needs as well as reflecting well on your staff while reflecting your district's philosophies.
Congratulations! Thousands of educators across Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin, Iowa, Michigan and Missouri will tell you you've found that special school assembly you've been looking for!
My name is Christopher McBrien, and I am considered "The Real Deal" in quality school assemblies by thousands of educational professionals across the Midwest. I am a trained motivational speaker, fine-arts teacher, classically trained comic actor and variety artist with performance experience spanning the US and UK.
Most importantly, I am a SCHOOL ASSEMBLY SPECIALIST.
I put my message first and foremost. Yes, your students and staff will have a LOT of fun! They'll also experience a UNIQUELY ONE OF A KIND school assembly program that is SIGNIFICANTLY EDUCATIONAL AND EXTREMELY MEMORABLE. The program will also keep their attention the entire time!
Also, my programs address a number of your state's Social and Emotional Learning Standards and will compliment your existing character and PBIS program!
Your students will be truly impacted by a significantly educational message that will stay with them for many years to come and affect them immediately.
I specialize in over 400 yearly character school assembly programs for:
Primary, Elementary, Intermediate and Middle School / Junior High School Assemblies
We serve: IL, MO, KY, TN, IA, IN, WI, KS schools!
Please scroll down to read about our educational programs for:
Character Counts * Reading * Drug Free * Anti-Bullying/Teamwork * Red Ribbon * Testing * Healthy Choices * Family Night
Also, our assembly is PBIS School Approved!
Teaching Tools Used During EACH Assembly: * Significantly Educational, Impacting Information at Their Level
* Powerful Motivational Messages They'll Understand * Tons of Respectful Audience Participation
* Hysterically Funny Comedy for Students and Staff
* Zany Ventriloquism Puppet Characters Full of Laughs
* Amazing Sleight-Of-Hand Magic and Illusions
* Theatrical Storytelling that will Enthrall
Call Toll Free At: 1-888-503-8669
Ask about our acclaimed: "Visiting Artist Package"
Can be used by one school or shared for special group rates!
ALL PROGRAMS ARE %100 SATISFACTION INSURED!
Our School Assembly Offerings:
Character Counts School Assembly: "It's not what we SAY, it's what we DO."
Make a difference in your school right now! This character school assembly program emphasizes "walking the walk, not just talking the talk" when it comes to how we treat others, ourselves and why every choice is important. This highly interactive program offers crystal-clear definitions and applications of six pillars of Character Counts, elements of conflict resolution, diversity training and self-esteem building.
* Citizenship means working together to make great things happen!
* Whatever we say and do we OWN, and have to be responsible for. It's also how people see us!
* Appreciate Your Teachers! * Every choice you make MATTERS!
* Don't do what is easy...do what is RIGHT.
* You don't have to take the worst behavior of others as a standard for yourself. You can choose to be better than that.
* Honesty + Caring= RESPECT
* Bullying is never acceptable, comes in many forms and hurts everyone involved.
* Diversity is a gift, not a barrier.
* We're different, but EQUAL.
* The payoff for having good character is that it makes you a better person, helps dreams come true and makes the world a better place.
* Ask about our upcoming: "Diversity University"TM Program!
"Stone
School students, teachers, and staff could not have been more pleased
with Chris' performance! His engaging assembly maintained the
attention of all our students, grades EC-5, through his delightful use
of humor using characters students could easily relate to. More
importantly, his message of good character & citizenship was well
received by all. The kids can not stop talking about the Magic
Storyteller!"
C. Pfaff, Principal Stone Elementary School, Addison, IL(Chicago Metro Area), "It is very difficult to find assemblies that appeal to a wide variety of ages. The Magic Storyteller was outstanding! Students from Pre K through 6th grade enjoyed the program. The program not only entertained the students, but it also provided useful information for them. Great Job!"
Principal John Stanton, Principal
Northwest Elementary, Evergreen Park, IL (Chicago Metro Area)
"Chris McBrien is GREAT! His energy and enthusiasm coupled with his magic provide entertainment that keeps the students' attention. His messages within his show are valuable and represent the themes and philosophies that we preach each day to our students to encourage them to be good citizens! A GREAT SHOW for kids and adults as well!"
Terry Kowalski, Principal
Bannes Elementary School, Tinley Park, Illinois
" THANK YOU, Chris! Your assembly on Character Counts was AWESOME! The students were ACTIVELY INVOLVED in the presentation! You kept them ENTERTAINED and LAUGHING while delivering a VERY IMPORTANT MESSAGE!"
Sue Hofferica, Principal
Center School, Orland Park, Illinois
"What a terrific assembly! You shared an important message to the students and kept it fun for ALL! The students are still talking about the puppets!"
Mary Bell, Teacher
Leggee Elementary, Huntley, IL
" Our school has seen a rising need to give our students moral training. The Magic Storyteller came to our school and TAUGHT OUR STUDENTS CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT in an ENTERTAINING WAY! ALL students K-8 were FULLY ENGAGED and left the show UPBEAT and MOTIVATED! We were AMAZED and how INVOLVED and EXCITED our students were during the show! It was really great to be able to give our students such a great LEARNING OPPORTUNITY that was also a LOT OF FUN!!!"
Megan Thornton, School Counselor
Eagle Ridge School, Silvis, IL (Quad Cities IL & IA Area)
"I just wanted to let you know how much our students enjoyed your assembly today. I have taught in the elementary grades for over twenty years, and this was one of the best character education assemblies we have ever invited to our school. The presenter was obviously experienced with young children. He kept them attentive, entertained, and maintained excellent audience control while delivering his character message. This program was well worth our time!"
Cathy Wittrock, Third Grade Teacher Cedar Springs Elementary, House Springs, MO
"The students were GLUED TO HIS EVERY WORD! He had excellent control over the audience while teaching them to be in control of themselves. Entertaining yet the message of good character was taught!"
Kay Schultz, Resource Teacher
Pleasant Prairie Elementary, Kenosha, Wisconsin
"AWESOME! Our kids REALLY enjoyed the show! His message is PRICELESS! Teachers have have already asked to have Chris come back to our school at the beginning of the year!"
Karen Drake, Student Support Liaison
Lapel Elementary School, Lapel, IN
"The students and staff at Bethalto West Intermediate School thought the Magic Storyteller was one of the better assemblies that we have had! We loved the tie into reading (Character Counts with tie-in to Reading theme) and the students were energized during the assembly. It had information that the students could relate to and it also held their attention. I believe all kids love a good story that grabs their attention and Chris modeled so many things that the teachers use in their teaching: voice, exciting word choice and fluency. The day was a huge success!"
Todd Hannaford, Principal
Bethalto West Intermediate, Bethalto, IL
"We absolutely adored your program! Loved the message! You kept them spellbound! We'll definitely have you back! I'm still hearing great feedback from the students and adults days later!"
Elizabeth Bols & Staff
Toulon Elementary, Toulon, IL (Northern Illinois)
"Great Program that combined character education & humor! Our students were attentive and took the importance of the message. Great for K-6 students!"
Matt Busekrus, Assistant Principal
Claude Brown Intermediate, Troy , MO "Chris did a great job with our students. The were very into his magic and message the whole time he was in front of them. I have often seen students lose interest in a program and didn't see that at all. I heard many positive comments from our teachers and students. Everyone really enjoyed it! He did a great job, I'll be contacting Chris again I'm sure!"
Cathy Tucker, Teacher
Lake Hamilton Schools, Lake Hamilton, AR
"Your show was great! Your message fit perfectly with what we're teaching!"
Officer John Ithal
Gary D. Jewel Middle School, North Aurora, Illinois
"The assembly was great and appropriate for the students. Chris had good control, high interest and great participation from the audience. Thanks for kicking off the Character Counts theme!
I was impressed with his crowd control and also felt he nicely got the point home to our students. Also...I want his puppets!!!"
Teachers
Gower West Elementary, Willowbrook, IL (Chicago Metro Area)
"What a wonderful way to present Character Traits! Hopefully we can make this an annual event! We will be sure to spread the word!"
Mrs. Nowak, Administrator
New Enterprise Academy, O'Fallon, IL
"One of the best programs we have ever had!"
Dr. Connie Brawley, Principal
Spoede Elementary, St. Louis, MO
"The Magic Storyteller is a high-energy show that keeps the children's attention during the performance. The storyteller's moral message reinforces our school's character education!"
Dr. Gayle Crawford, Principal
West Frankfort Intermediate School, West Frankfort, IL "I just wanted to say "thank you" for coming to our school. The students truly enjoyed your presentation. This was on of the most effective Character Education Assemblies I have ever seen. Your interaction with the students was brilliant. I was amazed to see all of our students leaving the gym in such a quiet, polite manner! The students were still talking about your assembly days after you were here! Thanks for making that hours so enjoyable and productive for students and staff!"
April Hertenstein, School Social Worker
Buford Intermediate, Mt. Vernon, IL
"This was an amazing event. The kids loved it and the parent/student turnout was better than ever. The show was fun, interactive and educational. 5 Stars!"
Grace Green, 1st Grade Teacher
High Ridge Elementary, High Ridge, MO
(Character Counts Daytime Assembly & Family Night)
"The Magic Storyteller's character concepts were perfectly aligned with what our elementary school practices each day. The students felt comfortable due to the consistency of his program in regards to ours, but his message came from a fresh face (and voices) which gave our building an invigorating shot in the arm! Positive comments came throughout the day from students and adults alike, and we could not have asked for any more than what we received that day. Thank you so much, Chris, it was a blast!"
Mike Adair, 5th & 6th Grade Teacher
Northeast Elementary, Goose Lake, IA
Team: Bully Free! Anti-Bullying School Assembly
Need a great anti - bullying school assembly that also includes diversity training and great lessons on the benefits of respect?
You've found it!
Considered to be among the top bullying school assemblies for elementary and intermediate schools in Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin, Iowa and Missouri! This program WORKS!
Description:
A school anti bullying assembly program about the dangers of bullying, how to identify bullying, how to stop bullying and how working together as a team and respecting others can help your students have the best, most successful lives possible.
Bullying is a hard topic for many schools as it can be very difficult for children to "fit in" in our world today. The last thing a child wants is to be "singled out", picked on or have to live in fear. Children often do not realize that bullying is not only physical but also verbal and comes in many forms not often openly recognized.
How do I know about this problem? Besides my formal training on the topic, I was bullied in school both verbally and physically. I remember fearing to go to school, not knowing how to deal with being picked on and the overwhelming sadness that came with not being accepted. My confidence became non-existent, my grades suffered horribly and my problem only seemed to get worse!
So how did I solve my problem with bullying?
Let me show your school how I overcame my problems with bullying through "Team: Bully Free!", a program devoted to inspiring students to see their differences as gifts, to work together to accomplish their dreams by creating a safe environment they can thrive in and how to deal with bullying in a safe yet productive way that helps both those being bullied and the bullies!
Team Bully Free Goals:
1. Promote safe schools.
2. Reduce bullying in schools.
3. Reduce school violence.
4. Provide tools for victims.
5. How NOT to be a bully.
6. Why bullying hurts EVERYONE involved.
7. Promote "No Bully" teams. 8. Teach the real meaning of RESPECT!
* NOTE: Students will be given a review sheet and a promise contract that they will sign promising that they will not bully anyone and that they will work together to promote a safe school environment!
Students Learn:
* What constitutes bullying.
* 4 Kinds of Bullying to watch for.
* What respect really means..and how it works.
* The difference between "telling" and "tattling"
* What to do if you're a target of observer of BULLYING
* How to get what you want without BULLYING
* How enlivening trust, respect, responsibility, fairness, caring & citizenship stop BULLYING.
* How to be a true friend and teammate.
Also emphasized:
* Listening, talking and the desire to help others creates lasting friendships.
* It's what inside you that really counts, not the outside. What we wear and where we live are not important.
* Everyone deserves to be appreciated and respected for who they are. Everyone has feelings, everyone matters.
* We can all achieve our dreams when we work TOGETHER AS A TEAM.
* Diversity should be viewed as an opportunity, not a barrier.
* Students learn REAL LIFE KEYS TO STAYING BULLY-FREE THAT WORK!
NOTE: All Promotional Materials Provided! Our Bullying School Assembly is considered one of the top programs in Illinois, Missouri, Iowa, Indiana, Kansas and many other states throughout the Midwest! Here's what you peers think:
"Our school continuously teaches students to be respectful and responsible. We had Chris McBrien for an assembly to kick off the new school year and lead our Anti-Bullying Week. He brought an outstanding variety of performances that relayed the messages and kept the students entertained. Our school is grades K-4. He really knows how to work with students!"
Reginald Patterson, Principal
Longwood Elementary, Glenwood, Illinois
"Chris did a fabulous job engaging our students and keeping them on their toes. What a great message to send! We'll continue having him back year after year!"
Patrick Shelton, Principal & Curriculum Director
Lewis & Clark Elementary, Wood River, Illinois
"Thanks again for a wonderful performance! This was a great way to kick off our new school year. "Bullying" was talked about in a kid friendly manner with many strategies that they can put into use! I enjoyed the "Team Bully Free" lessons and tie-in with character!"
Janet Willey, School Social Worker
Minooka Elementary School, Minooka, Illinois
"Thanks so much Chris for the great show! I think it was enjoyed by ALL! I hope you had a safe trip home and hope to do business with you again in the future. What a great program!"
Ann Wall, PTO Event Coordinator
DeWitt School, DeWitt, IA
"The Magic Storyteller, Chris McBrien, had a great message about bullying for the students. His magic and storytelling kept their attention, taught them a message and had them wanting more! His show was very entertaining!"
Gary Wise, Principal
Molden Elementary, Troy, Illinois "We really enjoyed your show. An important message sent in a unique and positive way! You kept my kindergarten classes entertained, too, and that's hard to do!"
Kristal Badon, Teacher
Oaklawn Visual & Performing Arts Magnet, Hot Springs, AR
"Now THAT is what I call an assembly program!"
Steve Fuglsang, Principal
Camanche Elementary, Camanche, Iowa
"I had teachers coming up to me after the program saying that you were "AWESOME"!" You do a wonderful job and have a great message!"
April Braddock, PTA President Arlington Elementary, Arlington, TN
Terrific Test Takers "Through Time" School Assembly
Inspire your students to do their absolute BEST academically, especially on those all-important assessment tests! This testing school assembly program motivates students to believe in themselves and the "why's" of doing their best on yearly school assessment tests!
Students discover why it's their. "Time to Shine" and are inspired to use what their instructors teach them to show their SCHOOL SPIRIT during the time of the all-important assessment tests!
Students go on a voyage of great inventors, leaders and innovators to discover why believing in yourself, doing your best no matter what, listening to their teachers and following directions can help them achieve their dreams and help your school show it's spirit through high test scores!
Also emphasized:
* A great attitude means you are more likely to pass.
* What matters: Doing Your Best!!!
* How to have a POSITIVE ATTITUDE and why it's IMPORTANT!
* TAKE YOUR TIME. * BELIEVE IN YOURSELF, YOUR SCHOOL and YOUR TEACHERS!
THIS YEAR, motivate your students and have the TEST RESULTS YOU WANT!
NOTE: All Promotional Materials Provided!
"Chris was absolutely AWESOME! He kept each student's attention along with using great humor to prepare them for MAP Testing. I would recommend him to ANY elementary school!"
Patricia Daniels, Counselor
Cold Water Elementary, Florissant, MO
"Chris was totally entertaining and gave great test-taking tips to our kids before the OAT!"
Lisa Miller, Counselor
Midview Elementary, Grafton, OH
"The presentation was very funny, interactive and kept the interest of the middle school students. The message was excellent and it was just what they needed going into testing. I'm very proud to say that thanks to our excellent teachers and MAP incentives team our district just met AYP for the third year in a row! There were only two districts who achieved this success and we were one of them! Thanks!"
Eileen Roth, Teacher
New Haven Middle School, New Haven, MO
"The most powerful, effective, educational and entertaining program we have every seen. We'll definitely have him back again!"
Tracie Donnelly, PTO
Jordan Elementary School, Centralia, IL
"I highly recommend the Magic Storyteller for all audiences! Chris McBrien is entertaining, and the show holds everyone's attention. The classroom visits were a highlight seldom offered by other shows. We enjoyed having Chris in our building. It was time well spent!"
Dana Sprinkle, Principal
Ell-Saline Elementary, Salina KS
(Speaking for both Team: Bully Free and Terrific Test Takers School Assemblies!)
Read (and Write) to Succeed School Assembly
The Reading School Assembly that really WORKS!
Writing is also heavily promoted!
One of the most important skills not only to know but to practice daily for the sake of achieving one's goals: reading.
One of the most important skills not only to know but to practice daily for the sake of helping others achieve their goals: writing.
The Magic Storyteller will come to your school and empower your students with the inside scoop on why "KNOWLEDGE IS POWER" and reading and writing have everything to do with making their dreams come true!!! "Read to Succeed" has proven itself as a program that truly motivates young readers to read more AND to write daily!
"Read to Succeed" is considered by hundreds of teachers, principals and librarians throughout the Midwest as one of the best reading and writing assemblies EVER CREATED!
Not only do children absolutely LOVE this show, so do parents, teachers, librarians and principals! You'll see them laughing and being inspired right along with the kids!
Also emphasized:
* You can achieve amazing goals when you read.
* You should read every single day.
* You should write every single day.
* Writing helps everyone and gives us a record of who you are and things you've learned.
* Reading teaches us about amazing cultures, animals, history and ourselves.
* Reading teaches us to respect others.
*Reading helps us become positive role-models, or "leaders".
NOTE: Chris does literally 200 plus of these shows every single year in schools and libraries across the Midwest. He was St. Louis County's Spotlighted Performer this Summer (and last) with the "Read to Succeed" program!
NOTE: All Promotional Materials Provided!
"Magic Storyteller was an exceptional and engaging assembly for our students. They were enthralled with the puppets and Chris has a wonderful way of telling stories that left the children talking about it for days afterward. Fantastic Job! We will definitely call upon Chris in the years to come."
Angela Stallion, Principal
Pioneer Path Elementary, Channahon, IL (Chicago Metro Area)
"Chris the Magic Storyteller captivates his audience no matter what the age is! We have had The Magic Storyteller for two years and LOVE his shows! He is always professional and very easy to work with."
Kitty Copple, Reading Teacher
Westridge Elementary, Ballwin, MO
"Great message and wonderful show! We loved it and will definitely have you back!"
Cindy Conley, Coordinator
Pierremont Elementary, Ballwin, MO
St. Louis Metro Area
"WHAT A BLAST! Thanks so much for visiting us in Litchfield! I have heard MANY compliments about your performance! Children and adults fell in love with the Magic Storyteller. The Magic Storyteller and his puppet friends are a MUST SEE performance!"
Trish Hamilton, PTO Coordinator
Sihler School, Litchfield, IL
"I wanted to tell you that you received rave reviews from the kids as well as the adults. I really enjoyed the show and so did Dr. Hutcheson (Principal). You were WONDERFUL!"
Kris Chapman, Administrative Assistant
Dardenne Elementary, O'Fallon, MO
"He related well with all age groups, brought the importance of reading into his performance and had wonderful student involvement! Great show!"
Ruth Ann Tobey-Brown, Principal
Denkmann School, Rock Island, IL
"Wonderful program, great message. We really enjoyed it!"
Matt Andrews, Principal
Mary W. French Academy, Decatur, IL
A recent news article:
Middle School Gives Students Incentives to Read
Storyteller uses comedy, illusion and puppetry to promote literacy.
By Converge Staff
Trying to get your child to read more? One storyteller has just the trick, reports Sue Ellen Ross, correspondent for the Post-Tribune. The "Magic Storyteller" paid a visit to Pierce Middle School recently and showed students how to make reading fun.
MERRILLVILLE, IND. -- There's a multitude of ways to encourage reading in young students, and Pierce Middle School recently took advantage of a unique one.
As part of the Readers are Leaders program, funded by a grant secured by teacher Lisa Hanlon, the "Magic Storyteller" visited the school recently.
"The purpose of the project is to promote literacy by recognizing students who read independently beyond the classroom," Hanlon said. "Pierce needs to find innovative and creative ways to not only motivate students to read but also to recognize those that do read."
The "Magic Storyteller" is Chris McBrien of Chester, Ill. His appearance was funded with part of the $2,700 grant.
McBrien takes his show on the road to visit schools in many states, using his own blend of comedy, illusion, puppetry and storytelling to interest students in reading.
"My goal is to use entertainment to re-frame messages and information the teachers give," McBrien said as he readied for his show. "I translate in a different way."
With a large poster reading "READ, LEAD, SUCCEED" in the background, McBrien related stories of his education as a youngster. He asked students if they have trouble retaining what they read.
"If you do, then you're not reading the right way," he said.
He continued this line of questioning, stating that students need to have a "movie" in their mind as they read words, so they can put it all into their memory bank.
Hanlon designed two other items that were included in the grant budget -- gift cards and a book corner.
Each week during the semester, a student is recognized as a "leader in reading." This individual receives a $10 gift card for a local bookstore and also an opportunity to visit the book corner.
Arranged near the school's main office, this area includes a big comfortable chair, bookshelves, a bulletin board, books and magazines. The student is allowed one hour during the school day to relax and read in the privacy of this area.
The bulletin board, located on the wall next to the chair, lists the name and picture of each week's reading star.
"The benefits the student will gain are recognition and motivation of their own literacy," Hanlon said.
A school program that's perfect for schools who celebrate making great health & life choices for Red Ribbon Week! This program is based on Character Counts! and focuses on staying physically and mentally healthy and respecting ourselves and others through great choices when it comes to eating right, treating our bodies correctly and having a positive attitude. From basic nutrition to sleep habits to how we treat ourselves and others this is a motivational show not to be missed this Red Ribbon season! Includes tons of audience participation, lots of hysterically funny puppets that help illustrate key points and comedy!
Includes character counts, nutrition, self-esteem building and nutrition diversity curriculum content.
Key points:
* Great Character + Great Choices = SUCCESS!
* How to actually "Walk the Walk" of great choices, not just "talk the talk"!
* Respect Yourself, Your Body and Those Around You!
* The Four (and how to deal with the Fifth) Food Groups!
* What belongs in our bodies and why!
* What does not belong in your body and why (very basic).
* A positive attitude can help you, and those around you, SUCCEED!
* What our bodies need every day.
* The rewards of making healthy choices.
* Who can you go to if you have questions!
Includes Teacher Activity Guide and Full Color Posters!
"The Magic Storyteller was GREAT! Chris McBrien addressed healthy choices, healthy eating and healthy habits in a FUN, IMAGINATIVE and INFORMATIVE way! His use of puppets was especially endearing! Our K-4 students LOVED IT!"
Susie Dunn, School Counselor, Copopa Elementary School
Columbia Station, OH
"Be Drug Free" (Red Ribbon Week) School Assembly
Make your school's Red-Ribbon celebration engaging, educational, fun and significant! Dozens of schools each year host this highly-acclaimed Red Ribbon school assembly in Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, Iowa and Missouri! Find out for yourself why many schools trust us and have us over and over every single year!
The goal of this school assembly program is to educate students on the benefits of being drug free and the dangers of doing drugs, both to oneself and to others. This anti tobacco, alcohol and drug school assembly program also incorporates many Character Counts elements since these subjects are inevitably intertwined. Material is age appropriate and is simple to retain and understand for maximum positive impact on your students about a very important topic that will affect them the rest of their lives.
Chris is the originator of the highly-acclaimed anti-drug & rules of safety formula "NO, GO, TELL & YELL" and yearly brings his amazing program to Missouri, Illinois, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Tennessee, Arkansas and Wisconsin!
Also emphasized and covered within the program:
* The dangers of drugs, alcohol, smoking, strangers and peer pressure.
* Being drug free is a positive choice that will help you achieve your goals.
* Repeated emphasis on the magic words "No, Go, Tell & Yell", what they mean, why they work and clear ways to implement them every day!
* Being drug free will help you help others.
* Positive character qualities will help you steer clear of drugs.
* Being drug free will help you lead a healthy, happy life!
* Real world steps and methods to help you stay away from drugs and the dangers they bring, FOREVER.
* Teachers activity guides to bring the discussion to the classroom in fun, creative and educational ways.
NOTE: All Promotional Materials Provided!
Feedback for our Red Ribbon Programs:
"WONDERFUL SHOW! VERY ENTERTAINING & EDUCATIONAL for the students!"
Principal & Staff
N.O. Nelson Elementary, Edwardsville, IL
"We enjoyed the message, humor and magic! We liked the way you incorporated the positive message into your act. Chris was very professional and easy to work with! The Be Drug Free Show was fun and entertaining as well as educational for our students. It sent a positive message in a creative way!"
Neeley Curtis, Social Worker
Belle Valley North, Belleville, IL
"Our Magic Storyteller assembly was FANTASTIC! The young K-2 students at our building were extremely engaged with the magic, puppets and more importantly, the message! Chris interspersed the character education message throughout the entire performance! Thanks again!"
Principal & Teachers
Hamel Elementary, Hamel, IL
"I was really impressed with how attentive our at-risk class was during the assembly. The program was great!"
Mike Morriss, Principal
Freedom Elementary, Waynesville, MO
We take great pride if offering the finest family night school programs (assemblies) you could ever ask for! We first provide posters and information to insert into your school newsletter to ensure that your school's families get excited about coming to the event...then we provide the most top-notch professional family production available!
* Different program from that of the daytime assembly!
* HIGHLY ENTERTAINING, HYSTERICALLY FUNNY & MAGICAL to parents AND kids!
* Available at discount when bought with a daytime assembly!
* We make family-night planners into HEROES!
"The Magic Storyteller is truly magical! Chris McBrien came to our elementary school for a family reading night, and mesmerized the entire audience with his exceptional program. He was funny and informative at the same time, and kept the kids glued to their seats! The next morning my 6 year old son asked me when the magic man was coming back again. We would definitely be interested in booking him for another program or assembly at our school!
Susan Kosinski, Reading Night Chairperson
Schafer School, Lombard, IL
"WHAT A BLAST! Thanks so much for visiting Litchfield. I have heard MANY compliments about your performance! Children and adults fell in love with the Magic Storyteller. The Magic Storyteller and his puppets are a MUST SEE performance!"
Trish Hamilton, PTO Coordinator
Sihler School, Litchfield, Illinois "The evening show was WONDERFUL!!! Our parents and students enjoyed your show! THANKS AGAIN!"
Glenn Barnes, Principal
Knox Elementary, Knox, IN
"This was an amazing event! The parent & student turnout was better than ever! The show was fun, interactive and educational! 5 STARS!"
Grace Green, 1st Grade Teacher "The Family Night was a HUGE SUCCESS! Chris' enthusiasm brought many students families to the event. We had not had a turnout like this on an after school event yet, so we were VERY PLEASED with the show! I heard positive feedback from many people that attended. They liked the way he kept the audience involved, the show running smoothly and fun was had by ALL! We look forward to our Spring event to reiterate the importance of reading. Thanks for everything!"
Cheryl Penning, Teacher & PTG Coordinator
High Ridge Elementary, High Ridge, MO
We are looking forward to serving your school with our school assembly programs!
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The Magic Storyteller Educational Entertainment Company
Character * Anti Bullying * Diversity * Drug Free * Testing Educational
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We Are Proud To Offer Character, Reading, Bullying, Diversity, Testing & Drug Awareness School Assembly / School Assemblies to the Great States of:
IL IN WI IA MI
Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin, Iowa, Michigan
From Chicago to Des Moines, from Milwaukee to Indianapolis, the Magic Storyteller is proud to present his highly acclaimed Character School Assembly Assemblies!
We provide Character Reading Bullying Testing Family Night Healthy Choices School Assembly Assemblies for these States and their Cities:
IL Illinois
Character School Assembly: Chicago Metro Area Lisle Woodridge Lisle St. Charles
Naperville Aurora Plainfield Lisle Downers Grove Crystal Lake Rockford
Moline Galena Hinsdale Minooka Channahon Forest Park Oak Park Riverside
Quad Cities Chicago Heights Palos Heights Coal City Fairview Heights
Marion Metropolis Jerseyville Collinsville Glen Carbon Alton Troy Mt.
Vernon Marion Belleville Minooka Channahon Jacksonville Springfield
Decatur Chester Frankfort Hinsdale Aurora McHenry Woodstock Orland Park
Lindenhurst Harvard DeKalb Berwyn Batavia Wheaton Elgin Braidwood
Wilmington Morris Ottawa Geneva Tinley Park Evergreen Park Peotone
Watseka Chillicothe Peoria Kewanee Rock Falls Sterling Geneseo
Galesburg Monmouth Macomb Salem Godfrey Carbondale Freeburg Carterville
Harrisburg Galatia Lebanon Highland Litchfield Chatham New Berlin Loami
Quincy Taylorville Freeport Dixon Yorkville Lockport Bolingbrook
Marengo Sycamore New Lenox Itasca Sandwich Gurnee Elizabeth Morris
Plano North Aurora Winnebago Wilmette Skokie Morton Grove
IA Iowa Character School Assembly: Quad Cities Goose Lake Muscatine Clinton DeWitt Davenport Des Moines Sioux City Bettendorf LeClaire Dubuque Waterloo Tipton Maquoketa Camanche Burlington Cedar Falls Ankenny Fort Dodge Mount Pleasant Ottumwa Fairfield Oskaloosa Washington Iowa City Le Claire Fort Madison Keokuk
MI Michigan Character School Assemblies: Holland Detroit Lansing Colon Ada Addison Algonac Muskegon Grand Haven Norton Shores Kalamazoo Battle Creek Lansing Mt. Pleasant Big Rapids Midland Bay City Port Huron Flint Grand Blanc Dearborn Southfield Sterling Heights Rochester Hills Pontiac Waterford Brighton Howell Ann Arbor Jackson Albion Three Rivers St. Joseph Cheboygan Alpena Traverse City Cadillac Lapeer
IN Indiana Character School Assemblies Assembly: Indianapolis Merrillville Valparaiso St. John Santa Claus Mt. Vernon Evansville Boonville Sellersburg Bloomington Mooresville Greenwood Noblesville Lafayette Kokomo Muncie Fort Wayne Terre Haute Auburn Warsaw Elkhart Mishawaka La Porte Lowell Cedar Lake Valparaiso Hobart Merrillville Griffith Lake Station Highland Chesterton
WI Wisconsin Chicago School Assembly: Milwaukee Appleton Kenosha Madison Platteville Prairie du Chien Mt. Horeb Oak Creek Waukesha Janesville West Bend Sheboygan Manitowoc Green Bay Waupun Oshkosh Verona Sturgeon Bay Two Rivers Racine Pleasant Prairie Dodgeville Richland Center Baraboo Reedsburg Portage Harmony Grove Wisconsin Dells
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Fort Wayne Character School Assembly Assemblies
Frankfort Character School Assembly Assemblies
Magic Storyteller School Assemblies fulfill Illinois, Missouri, Iowa, Wisconsin, Indiana, Michigan and Ohio State Curriculum Educational Standards on topics of Character, Diversity, Bullying, Test Taking, Reading, Drug Awareness and Healthy Choices!
We're PBIS Approved AND "Bucket-ized!"
