Assemblies

Ryan would love to come to your school or library and have lots of fun with your students! When Ryan was in first grade, it was at a Young Author’s Week event at his elementary school where he decided “what he wanted to be when he grew up”. He knew one day he would write and draw stories and one day be a real author. Ryan’s goal now is to show children the joy and reality of embracing creativity in their lives.

Current Assemblies for Students
Whatever session you choose, each performance is interactive, energetic, and visually-oriented. Ryan offers variety - he speaks openly with students, performs music, and works hands-on with writing and drawing - you get to pick what would be the most beneficial for your students. Ryan has tailored his program to focus around different age levels. Below you will see detailed descriptions of Ryan's different programs for children, offering a few choices of different areas of interest:

1-2-3 Creative
Kids will learn all about how Ryan got his start and great things that every kid should know about writing, drawing, and telling stories. He will show the books he made when he was their age, and how that made him decide to become an author. Ryan will really engage the students on what makes them happy and what makes them tick. Ryan will show students that the things they love now are all things they can be a part of in their future. Ryan will show them why learning to become storytellers will help them achieve all their life dreams.
- Recommended for Kindergarten thru First Grade Students.

the Creative Spark I
A fun assembly to get kids excited about writing and drawing their own stories. Kids will learn new ways to be creative, and ways to overcome hurdles like "writer's block". Ryan will show kids the ease of learning to draw using repetition and practice. Ryan challenges kids to learn how to write and draw with their hearts, not just with their hands. Students will get to see first hand how Ryan creates a story in a fun audience participation activity. Ryan will share real ways to be successful in their creative endeavors.
- Recommended for First Grade thru Third Grade Students.

the Creative Spark II
A fun assembly to get kids excited about writing and drawing their own stories, targeted at upper elementary students. Kids will learn new ways to be creative, and ways to overcome hurdles like "writer's block". Ryan will show kids the ease of learning to draw using repetition and practice. Upper elementary groups will enjoy an interactive presentation of how to map out their story ideas before they even begin to write, as well as learning tips about the structure of a great story. Ryan will share real ways to be successful in their creative endeavors.
- Recommended for Fourth Grade thru Sixth Grade Students.