Kevin loves to speak at conferences, reading councils, universities,
schools, libraries, and anywhere to share his love of creativity and to help
inspire others in the world of books, music, literacy, education,
health, and more. Each presentation can be focused on certain themes and the length can
vary from 45 minutes to an all day session.
Inspiring Active Imaginations through Poetry, Puppetry, Music, and Movement!
(This presentation can be focused for K-5 classroom teachers, early childhood educators, school and public librarians, etc.)
This high energy, interactive presentation is packed with lots of ideas to motivate students to be creative thinkers and stronger writers! Kevin will share practical ways YOU can integrate puppetry, music, movement, and fun writing prompts into your teaching environment. He’ll share insights from his 15 years of experience and also feature ideas from his brand new book and CD, Spinach Dip Pancakes.
Kevin can also share some behind-the-scenes of making books and music. Do you have a specific theme or focus you'd like for the presentation? Just ask!
"...motivated our teachers to be more creative and reinvigorated some to think out of the box and/or pull some of their old tricks out of their old boxes!"
- Joshua P. Cole, Ph.D., Principal, Ecoff Elementary School, Chester, VA
"Kevin is able to engage an audience and captivates us with his down to earth charm. He shares his passion so we can share it with children."
- Paula Spencer, Membership Chair Metro-Detroit AEYC
"Awesome class! I learned how to get creative and how to use puppets with books and music... Amazing ideas!... I'm going to turn our daily rules into songs... I have seen Kevin 3 - 4 times and still walk out with ideas and enthusiasm. Love him!...It's ok for me to be goofy when I sing... I want Kevin to be part of my daycare... Books are like a script for performance... What a blast!"
- A few quotes from the attendees at 38th Annual Early Childhood Conference, Kent Regional 4C, Grand Rapids, MI
"Kevin put on an inspiring and active workshop for early childhood educators at our library that left participants feeling re-charged and excited about sharing books, music and puppets with the children they serve. Even teachers and librarians who have been in their profession for many years learned new ways to develop interaction and participation in their story times. Kevin taught us ways to make children more than just our audience; using the techniques he shared we can help children become co-creators in the performance. I think Kevin does a great job of encouraging creativity in both children and adults. Kevin is a sincere and passionate presenter and his enthusiasm is contagious."
- Krista Pedersen, Children’s Coordinator for the Bay County Library System, Bay City, MI
"Your presentation for Michigan Libraries 2011 Spring Institute was inspiring and entertaining. I learned so many practical and fun ideas to use at our library!"
- Jeanne Clemo, Youth Services Librarian, Grand Rapids Public Library, Grand Rapids, MI
"Kevin invites the audience into a world of excitement with encouraging ideas and expressions that create confidence to share what they have experienced and learned with others."
- LaStar Alicea, Lena Meijer Children's Garden Coordinator, Frederick Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park, Grand Rapids, MI
Hand-out for this presentation:
(This presentation can be focused for K-5 classroom teachers, early childhood educators, school and public librarians, etc.)
This high energy, interactive presentation is packed with lots of ideas to motivate students to be creative thinkers and stronger writers! Kevin will share practical ways YOU can integrate puppetry, music, movement, and fun writing prompts into your teaching environment. He’ll share insights from his 15 years of experience and also feature ideas from his brand new book and CD, Spinach Dip Pancakes.
Kevin can also share some behind-the-scenes of making books and music. Do you have a specific theme or focus you'd like for the presentation? Just ask!
"...motivated our teachers to be more creative and reinvigorated some to think out of the box and/or pull some of their old tricks out of their old boxes!"
- Joshua P. Cole, Ph.D., Principal, Ecoff Elementary School, Chester, VA
"Kevin is able to engage an audience and captivates us with his down to earth charm. He shares his passion so we can share it with children."
- Paula Spencer, Membership Chair Metro-Detroit AEYC
"Awesome class! I learned how to get creative and how to use puppets with books and music... Amazing ideas!... I'm going to turn our daily rules into songs... I have seen Kevin 3 - 4 times and still walk out with ideas and enthusiasm. Love him!...It's ok for me to be goofy when I sing... I want Kevin to be part of my daycare... Books are like a script for performance... What a blast!"
- A few quotes from the attendees at 38th Annual Early Childhood Conference, Kent Regional 4C, Grand Rapids, MI
"Kevin put on an inspiring and active workshop for early childhood educators at our library that left participants feeling re-charged and excited about sharing books, music and puppets with the children they serve. Even teachers and librarians who have been in their profession for many years learned new ways to develop interaction and participation in their story times. Kevin taught us ways to make children more than just our audience; using the techniques he shared we can help children become co-creators in the performance. I think Kevin does a great job of encouraging creativity in both children and adults. Kevin is a sincere and passionate presenter and his enthusiasm is contagious."
- Krista Pedersen, Children’s Coordinator for the Bay County Library System, Bay City, MI
"Your presentation for Michigan Libraries 2011 Spring Institute was inspiring and entertaining. I learned so many practical and fun ideas to use at our library!"
- Jeanne Clemo, Youth Services Librarian, Grand Rapids Public Library, Grand Rapids, MI
"Kevin invites the audience into a world of excitement with encouraging ideas and expressions that create confidence to share what they have experienced and learned with others."
- LaStar Alicea, Lena Meijer Children's Garden Coordinator, Frederick Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park, Grand Rapids, MI
Hand-out for this presentation:
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Other available PD Sessions:
Stories and Songs from Around the World
Increase your students' cultural literacy and global awareness by joining Stephanie and Kevin in this fun and informative session as they lead you on an interactive musical and children's literary journey around the world, filled with stories, songs, and facts from each of the seven continents! Learn why multicultural books are important for ALL children, how to infuse your curriculum with them, and what resources are available to help you!
This session can be broad as stated above, or feel free to contact us to request a specific country or continent focus.
“What Fun!!...Great songs and rhymes…I learned: the importance of teaching other cultures to children…how to incorporate books for multicultural awareness…new ways to teach children about differences and similarities…great reference for continent studies!”
- Excerpts from participants at the 40th Annual Kent 4C Early Childhood Conference
This session can be broad as stated above, or feel free to contact us to request a specific country or continent focus.
“What Fun!!...Great songs and rhymes…I learned: the importance of teaching other cultures to children…how to incorporate books for multicultural awareness…new ways to teach children about differences and similarities…great reference for continent studies!”
- Excerpts from participants at the 40th Annual Kent 4C Early Childhood Conference
One Artist's Perspective in the World of Children's Books, Music, and Puppetry
(This presentation is a discussion about creativity, a career in the arts, personal narrative, etc.)
Kevin shares his personal adventures as an artist. He'll share his start in the field, adventures along the way, and engage us in a discussion about the creative process. He'll share examples of his works as he answers questions. Insights on writing and revision will be shared, along with behind the scenes photos and stories. Throughout the program, he'll be sure to keep it lively with just the right amount of performance mixed in.
(This presentation is a discussion about creativity, a career in the arts, personal narrative, etc.)
Kevin shares his personal adventures as an artist. He'll share his start in the field, adventures along the way, and engage us in a discussion about the creative process. He'll share examples of his works as he answers questions. Insights on writing and revision will be shared, along with behind the scenes photos and stories. Throughout the program, he'll be sure to keep it lively with just the right amount of performance mixed in.
Is it Possible?
(This presentation is ideal for everyone! It's all about creative thinking for any environment)
In this dynamic creative thinking and problem solving session, Kevin Kammeraad, children's author, artist, and performer, encourages us to think outside the box! The more students are encouraged to think creatively and to problem-solve, the better equipped they will be in life. Kevin will have us wondering, thinking, questioning, any maybe leave us a bit perplexed, yet inspired. The focus of the presentation is not meant to specifically give info that fits right into your curriculum, but instead to basically question your curriculum and to reconsider the way you do things. Kevin also talks about the simple importance of getting enough movement, rest, water, and oxygen (efficient breathing) and how this connects to learning.
(This presentation is ideal for everyone! It's all about creative thinking for any environment)
In this dynamic creative thinking and problem solving session, Kevin Kammeraad, children's author, artist, and performer, encourages us to think outside the box! The more students are encouraged to think creatively and to problem-solve, the better equipped they will be in life. Kevin will have us wondering, thinking, questioning, any maybe leave us a bit perplexed, yet inspired. The focus of the presentation is not meant to specifically give info that fits right into your curriculum, but instead to basically question your curriculum and to reconsider the way you do things. Kevin also talks about the simple importance of getting enough movement, rest, water, and oxygen (efficient breathing) and how this connects to learning.
Stephanie Kammeraad also offers a variety of Professional Development sessions. Check them out on her website: Mama Lady Books
