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Arithmetickles + You = Sum Rave Reviews!! We're Blushing!!! 1/10/2012. Katonah, NY - "Arithmetickles was brillant. It was right on target with the students' ages. I've never seen the 4th and 5th graders look so captivated by a show. The host had not only the children totally enthralled, but also the teachers. It was a fun, energetic show that had everyone thinking. We all wanted to figure out the math 'problems' that the host posed to us before he demonstrated how to get the answers." Katonah Elementary School, PTA 1/8/2012, Riverdale, NJ - "...The host did an excellent job at engaging the children in various math topics and making what could be viewed as a boring topic FUN! This wasn't only an educational assembly; it was an entertaining performance that definitley got the students thinking and problem-solving. I have received a lot of positive feedback from both students and teachers alike. The students loved that the host used interactive games which kept them attentive throughout the whole assembly. In addition, his sense of humor, theatrics, and animation had everyone laughing in their seats. We really appreciate that the host could target the two assemblies to the older (5-8) and younger (K-4) students. The younger grades enjoyed how he incorporated their teachers in the last segment; it was fun for the children to see their teachers' personalities light up the stage as they saw how math is used in everyday situations. "Arithmetickles" is definitely a program I would recommend to other schools." Riverdale Public School, PTA Cultural Arts Chairperson 1/6/2012, Plymouth, CT - "The presenter did an excellent job of getting the children excited about math. The audience was actively involved and eager to learn more. We loved how the program incorporated everyday uses for math" Plymouth Center School, Teacher 1/5/2012, Ossining, NY - "Absolutely by far the best assembly we ever had. Very funny, and taught the teachers and children that they need to listen. It has been 4 days since the assembly and parents, teachers, and students are still telling me how much they enjoyed it. The principal was very impressed. The price was great, and very little requirements for set up. We will definitely have this assembly again." St. Augustine School, Assembly Coordinator 12/20/2011, Newark, NJ - "Fantastic show! This was a wonderful "addition" to our family math night once again!" Miller St. School, Math Coach/Teacher 12/12/2011, Staten Island, NY - "The student response, artistic and educational qualities and the presenter interaction with the students were EXCEELLENT. What a great show - I would definitely recommend Arithmetickles to other schools!" Enrichment Through the Arts, Director 12/8/2011, Bridgewater, MA - "It was a great presentation, the students AND the teachers enjoyed it. The activities gave the teachers ideas they could use in class. As for student response, artistic & educational quality, presenter interaction with students & even technical quality of programwere all excellent! I would highly recommend this show." Williams Intermediate School, Principal 12/8/2011, New Bedford, MA - "Students were engaged and eager to participate. The presenter was fantastic!..." Thomas Rodman School, Principal 12/7/2011, Marshfield, MA - "The second grade team agreed that the students were engaged and enjoyed the show. Students could see how we use math every day and how math is all around us... 11/30/2011, Virginia Beach, VA - "Arithmetickles was WONDERFUL! The host was animated, entertaining, and engaging. The students and parents laughed and learned throughout the entire show. The audience participation was outstanding! The math was grade level appropriate and the host of the show handled the diversity of the students with care." Holland Elementary, Math Specialist 11/29/2011, Virginia Beach, VA - "I thought it was a good program and many teachers made similiar comments regarding how much they enjoyed it. The set was bright and interesting, and the host kept the program rolling at a good pace. I thought the students had a high level of interest." 10/31/2011, Oxford, OH - "I loved the Arithmetickles presentation. There was great interaction with the students to keep them alert and excited. The enthusiasm grew when teachers were called on stage too. The host was so enthused in performing. It showed in his act and was wonderful." 10/28/2011, Eastchester, NY - "Year after year, Arithmetickles continues to be an excellent assembly program for our 6th graders. The students are engaged during the show and love the audience participation. The math skills used are very appropriate, not too easy, not too challenging, so any students participating won't feel inadequate if called upon. Overall, excellent assembly program." 6th grade math teacher, Eastchester Middle School 10/21/2011, Palmyra, NJ - "The children really enjoyed the show!!" 10/13/2011, Stafford, VA - "I WISH we had something like Arithmetickles visit my school when I was young! It was a fun way of learning math...I was never taught how math could be fun! The presenter engaged the students. They were interested in the content which was appropriate to their level of development. He was kind to those chosen to be on stage whether their answers were correct or incorrect. We recommend this excellent show to other schools." Media Specialist & Art Teacher , Rockhill Elem. School 10/12/2011, Frederic, MD - "The show was great! The way the host incorporated numbers with everyday events - he made it fun for the kids. We also enjoyed the teachers involvement...We would recommend this program!" Enrichment Coordinator, Centerville Elem School 6/7/2011, Marlborough, CT - "The students really enjoyed the program. The artistic quality and the presenter interaction with students was very good. We would like to have you back in the near future!" Math Specialist, Marlborough Elem. School 5/27/2011, Leeds, MA - "This program was one of the best assemblies that I have ever seen! The students (and teachers) were engaged from beginning to end. Material was age and grade level appropriate and held the interest of everyone in the crowd. The presenter had 150 kids completely enchanted in the duration of the activity. This is no easy task. Well done, and I hope we have Arithmetickles back next year." Teachers, Leeds Elem. School 5/25/2011, Ayer, MA - "The presenter did a great job interacting with the students, motivating them to participate and learn. The students devoted their attention to him and were laughing consistently. They loved the program! I loved the different levels of difficulty. It engaged all students. Great job!" Teacher, Page Hilltop School 5/24/2011, Foxboro, MA - "The show incorporated students and engaged the whole audience! Math concepts were appropriate for grade levels." PTO President, Burrell Elem. School 5/23/11, Methuen, MA - "The program was age appropriate and grade relevant. The kids were very engaged and remarked that math was fun!" Math Coach, Marsh School. 5/20/11, Schenectady, NY - "This presentation was high energy and every child was engaged! It was excellent, the children had a great time and so did the adults. Having a group of teachers in the "act" at the end was a great idea, the kids loved it and even the staff was talking and laughing about it all day. We even took back some of the activities and tried them in our classroom in the afternoon. The presenter was very enthusiastic, current and entertaining. The math concepts were very appropriate as well. They were challenging, at times, but problems they could solve. I loved the show & I hope our PTO brings it into Paige School again next year! Teachers, Paige School. 5/18/11, Bogota, NJ - "The two programs presents to our students (K-3; 4-6) were very entertaining and engaging. Both students an teachers came away with a renewed enthusiasm about mathematics. I was also able to immediately apply activities in my classroom which sparked excitement in my students while reinforcing math concepts an skills. I would highly recommend Arithmetickles!" 5/9/11, Huntington Valley, PA - "Students were enthusiastic and engaged during the entire assembly. There was a lot of thinking going on in the room. I would definetely recommend the show!" 4/11/11, Springfield, NJ - "I would absolutely recommend this program to other schools. The presenter captivated and engaged the audience while teaching math in a fun new way!" 4/7/11, Sagamore Hills, OH - "The host had our students from K-4 completely immersed in his presentation. I would absolutely recommend this show to other schools!" Principal, Rushwood Elem. 4/7/11, Poughkeepsie, NY - "Arithmetickles captures the essence of how you get children excited about learning while reinforcing math skills." Principal, Morse Magnet School 4/6/11, Zionsville, IN - "The entire program was highly engaging and relevant to our students' academic studies and application to real life!" Principal, Stonegate Elem School 4/5/11, Greenfield, IN - "The program gave both students and staff ideas about making math fun. Programs on math are few and far between. This show was great!" Principal, J B Stephens Elem. 4/4/11, Chestnut Ridge, NY - "It was entertaining while educational. Students had a great time!" 3/29/11, Passaic, NJ - "The host was able to modify his performance to the student's needs. In both schools there were students who had some trouble following so the modification was excellent!" 3/23/11, Irvington, VA - "The host entertained and challenged the students in each assembly to think about math differently. One student is so turned on to the lateral thinking questions, that he has requested that we offer them each day! We would recommend Arithmetickles highly." 3/22/11, Virginia Beach, VA - "Students and teachers all commented on how much fun they had. The teachers also said they will use some of the games during their own math classes. The host did an excellent job; He worked hard, is an awesome actor, and was well organized. We will definitely recommend this program." Math Specialist, Luxford Elem. School 3/22/11, Paramus, NJ - "Arithmetickles was a wonderful assembly, lively and created excitement around math. The segment with the teacher involvement was fantastic as was audience participation." 3/21/11, Seaside Heights, NJ - "The presenter had a delightful sense of humor and the children enjoyed their afternoon learning to have fun using numbers and understanding basic math concepts. The host presented many clever ideas for teachers to use when teaching math to their students. The title of the show is perfect!" Principal, Hugh J Boyd Jr. Elem. School 3/18/11, South Riding, VA - "This was one of the most interactive and high participation assemblies we have had. We would absolutely recommend Arithmetickles - Great assembly!" 3/14/11, Picscataway, NJ - "The show is fun for all the students and teachers too! Students had fun while they were actively engaged plus learning or renewing several math terms! I also loved how you connected it to their daily lives. Keep up the great work! Awesome show!!" 3/11/11, Chadds Ford, PA - "The assembly was not only entertaining but appropriate for all grade levels. The math skills presented were well received by the students...Excellent presenter!" 3/10/11, Chelsea, MA - "We loved the show - I mean everyone from children, faculty, custodians, secretary, parents, administration...We absolutely recommend this program - The host was great!" 3/9/11, Stoughton, MA - "The host of Arithmetickles was a terrific presenter. He was able to balance enthusiasm with order. Often times presenters come in and get students willed up then leave them to go back to class...in Arithmetickles he left them with smiles of joy!" 3/9/11, North Attleboro, MA - "Many teachers and students in attendance commented on the quality of the program, the energy or the host and the fun he brought to the school day. The students participated with enthusiasm even thought they were doing MATH! Many commented how they thought the program was going to be boring...but boy were they wrong!" 3/8/11, Waltham, MA - "The program was well designed and age appropriate. I will definitely recommend this show to other schools." Asst. Principal, William F Stanley Elem. School 3/8/11, Cumberland, RI - "The host was excellent. The students and parents were enthusiastic and engaged for the entire presentation. The math content presented was done in a fun way and students talked about how much they enjoyed it for days after. Definitely a success! I am going to bring back Arithmetickles for next year and already recommended the program to other schools." 3/7/11, Littleton, MA - "The host of the show was great, he could really relate to the children. They were so excited after the daytime Arithmetickles show that over 200 families showed up to the Arithmetickles Math night event!" Math Specialist, Russell St. School 3/3/11, Greenlawn, NY - "This was an exciting show for the children (and the faculty). It showed fun ways of practicing math concepts. The host was awesome...Great show!" 3/1/11 Eastchester, NY - "We have had this show presented to our 6th grades for years. It's consistently excellent, wonderful and of high quality. The host was a great presenter, very enthusiastic!" 3/1/11, Larchmont, NY - "The children were excited, engaged and learning! I think all of us will incorporate the ideas presented in our classroom." Teacher, Sts. John & Paul School 2/28/11, Pelham, NY - "The host had a unique ability to engage both girls and boys from K-5! There was non-stop laughter, the kids were engaged and kids and teachers were left wanting more. I have received a great deal of positive feedback from students, teachers and parents!" 2/24/11, Ramsey, NJ - "Everyone commented that they enjoyed the students and teacher participation. The children were engaged and a lot of information was addressed. The host got across our themes for math day: Math is a game and a very important part of everyday life...We asked you back because we enjoyed the program previously!" BSI Math & Reading, W Tisdale School 2/24/11, Camden, NJ - "Wonderful interactive math program for students! I would absolutely recommend this show to other schools." Math Coach, Sharp Elem. School 2/7/11, Smithtown, NY - "This program is perfect aligned with our math program. The students were engaged and challenged. Teachers will definitely be able to use the games and experiences." 2/7/11, Old Brookville, NY - "Engaging and fun. The host had great energy! Well done! Thank you for a great show!" Math teacher, The Green Vale School 1/31/11, Prospect, CT - "Both the presenter and the art director were professional and accommodating. The host did a great job engaging the lads at their level and making it fun to do math. It was nice to see how quickly the children went from saying "oh, it's just going to be math" to jumping up to be called on to participate!" Enrichment Coordinator, Community School 1/28/10, Little Falls, NJ - "What a great way to get young students excited about math. All the students were actively engaged in the program. It was fun - Excellent job!" Math Teacher, School #3 1/24/11, Marlboro, NJ - "I would highly recommend the Arithmetickles! It was a high energy, highly entertaining math show - who knew?! The host engaged the entire student body in a way that was appropriate for every age level. The teachers had fun participating too!" - PTA Cultural Arts Chairperson, Marlboro Elem. School. 1/13/11, Tracy, CA - "The presenter did an excellent job at engaging the students. I would recommend the show - it is very educational and fun." Assistant Principal, Southwest Park School 1/6/11, Whittier, CA - "The show got the kids laughing & thinking...the teacher improv show at the end was the best ...I would highly recommend it!" PTA, Leffingwell School 12/16/10, West Friendship, MD - "The host of Arithmetickles did a terrific job. He arrived promptly in a snow storm and wow-ed the audience. The show is fun, educational, interactive - Bravo!" 12/13/10, Newark, NJ - "Arithmetickles incorporated curriculum based elements by focusing students attentions and making it fun and interactive, I would definitely recommend this program to other school and would like to invite them back next year!" School Counselor, Lafayette St. School 12/10/10, Manhattan, NY- "Arithmetickles is engaging on all levels! The kids are entrained the whole program! It's educational fun all the way and the best part, parents are part of the show. The host of the show was beyond what we expected! Kids enjoyed watching their parents go on stage and learn many funny and creative techniques regarding numbers. I would absolutely recommend this program!" Title 1 Rep/PTA President, PS 20 12/9/10, Foxboro, MA - "The program was engaging, educational, creative and filled with energy. Very positive feedback from both teachers and students. One of our teachers commented that he plans to try game of the storytelling ideas using math facts and problems in his math classroom. I thought the program was fantastic!" PTO Vice-President, Taylor Elem. School. 12/9/10, Newark, NJ - "I would recommend this program to any school because of the academic and entertaining engagement of the students. We would love to have Arithmetickles back at our school every year!" Math Coach, Miller Street School 12/7/10, Alton, NH - "I would definitely recommend Arithmetickles to other schools. We'd like to have the show back together with the very professional host!" Director of Instruction, Alton Central 11/18/10, Paterson, NJ - "Arithmetickles excites and motivates students about math. Wonderful program. Teachers and students alike were excited about math. I would absolutely recommend the show! And have!" Principal, Alexander Hamilton Academy. 11/12/10, Paterson, NJ - "Children were engaged and enthusiastic. Best of all - they were having fun with math and talking among themselves about the show afterwards. I would definitely recommend this show!" Teacher, Elem. School #27 11/10/10, Waterbury, CT - "We very much enjoyed the captivating math show! The children were fascinated and paid rapt attention as they worked through puzzles and problems based on patterns, numbers and shapes. Even our youngest children were very much enthused by the presentation. The teachers also thought the program was well aligned with our curriculum and they also took with them some great ideas to use in the classroom. The parents in attendance wanted to know where we found such a show and if they would be returning next year. Our answer was a resounding, “We hope so!” Our school would definitely agree and welcome the show again, knowing full well that the children would enjoy the show and learn valuable lessons about math’s practicality in every day life! Thank you again Arithmetickles!" Numeracy Coach, Hallen School 11/10/10, Fredonia, NY - "Thanks for a great show. The host was great ... very energetic, very fun ... and several of our kids commented that it was "the best show!". It also was a real pleasure to have the set-up and tech so simple ... it all was a breeze. I would absolutely recommend this program to other schools - very high energy!" Executive Director, Fredonia Opera House 11/9/10 Bridgeport, CT - "What a great show! It was wonderful to see how students can explore mathematical concepts and gain understanding in a fun and a non-threatening way. The host engaged both students and teachers alike. The show was a great deal of fun. It was wonderful to see kids enjoying math activities and wanting more when it was over!" Numeracy Coach, High Horizons Magnet 11/9/10 Bridgeport, CT - "Our children really enjoyed the show: everyone listened attentively and participated eagerly. I would recommend the show to other schools because it is a fun way to engage children in the learning of mathematics." Math Coach, Multicultural Magnet School 11/9/10 Floral Park, NY - "Thanks for a wonderful show today! The kids absolutely loved you. My principal wants Arithmetickles to come back every year. My AP was also raving about the show. She said it grabbed the kids from the minute the host took the stage. My teachers were playing 7-BOO! with their kids in the afternoon. From past experience, the kids will want to play 7-BOO anytime we have a spare moment. We look forward to seeing Arithmetickles again next year. You can never have too much fun solving math problems! Thanks again for a wonderful performance." 11/9/10 Bridgeport, CT - "Responses from teachers - 'it was great! thanks...' 'That Arithmetickles was fantastic and the students were loving it!' I would defiantly recommend this program without a doubt!" Math coach, Six to Six Magnet School 11/8/10, Monsey, NY - "This program engaged the students and made learning about math fun!" 11/4/10, Akron, OH - "The host did a fantastic job. He was very energetic and he make the kids (and adults) feel at home. I would highly recommend this program to other schools not only did the students love it, but also the parents and teachers. It showed kids how much fun math can be." 11/3/10, Lima, OH - "The host of Arithmetickles did an outstanding job at both performances. He was very animated and entertaining and kept the attention of our students throughout the assemblies. Best of all, he reviewed many important math concepts and skills and really had our students thinking about math. The excitement of our students and staff towards math and the practical application of math to everyday life situations made this performance outstanding!" 10/29/10, Lancaster, PA - "The assembly was engaging, interactive and fun for all. The students really enjoyed the math problems that the host presented. The stuff was unaware that they would have to participate and enjoyed being called up on stage to participate. What a great way to infuse math into real world situations!" Principal, J.E. Fritz Elem. School 10/28/10, Harrisburg, PA - "Both Arithmetickles presentations (K-2; 3-5) were very engaging and full of energy. The students enjoyed the variety of activities and the teachers were provided and array of resourceful activities that could be utilized with their students in class. Any opportunity in supporting academics is always welcomed. As a follow-up to the presentation, I had an opportunity to meet with the presenter on possible future presentations." Principal, Rutherford Elem. School 10/20/10, Mount Olive, IL - "I would recommend this show because it gives teachers ideas on how to engage students in their classrooms." Teacher, Mt. Olive Elem. School 10/20/10, Reisterstown, MD - "The host kept the audience, including the teachers, entertained the entire show! I was stopped in the hall by teachers after each presentation raving about how great it was! I would definitely recommend the show." PTA president, Cedarmere Elem. School. 10/19/10, Brooklyn Park, MD - "The host of the show did a wonderful job of educating while having fun." Director, Arts On Stage 10/7/10, Flushing, NY - "Arithmetickles is engaging and entertaining for all students!" 10/5/10, Forked River, NJ - "...Students enjoyed the energetic and passionate presentation and loved the music. I would absolutely recommend Arithmetickles to other schools!" 9/29/10, Marstons Hills, MA - "Fun, unique, interactive...the presenter furthered the students' appreciation of the live performing arts...Teachers raved about the show - excellent!" 9/27/10, Suffern, NY - "Arithmetickles is a great show that the kids really benefited from. The host was really energetic and knew how to relate to the kids. No one felt bad if they answered incorrectly. It was a lot of fun for teachers and students...Other schools will enjoy Arithmetickles too!" 9/17/10, Smithtown, NY - "I loved it! This is a fabulous program for children of all ages! I was concerned about the integration of grades, but the host made it relevant, interesting and engaging for ALL the students! I would absolutely recommend Arithmetickles to other schools." 9/17/10, Piscataway, NJ - "The host was extremely interactive and presented the material in a way that captured the attention of every grade level!" Principal, Dwight D. Eisenhower Elem. School 6/9/10, Staten Island, NY - "'Arithmetickles' was excellent! It kept both the students and teachers entertained. We will do it every year!" PTA President, PS 5 6/3/10, Flushing, NY - "'Arithmetickles' is very engaging and encourages high order thinking about math concepts." Assistant Principal, P.S. 165 5/27/10, Port Washington, NY - "Great way to emphasize the fun and relevance of math." 4/29/10, Greenwich, CT – “Excellent program! Thank you!” Lower School Head, Greenwich Academy 4/29/10, Schenectady, NY – “The children and parents loved this event. Fun and entertaining review of math skills. Great idea for TV Turn-Off Month. Cannot wait for you to come back!” 4/27/10, Colchester, CT – “’Arithmetickles’ is such a nice change from all of our typical reading/story telling programs. The concerts were also very age appropriate and engaging. I look forward to more performances in the years to come.” Math Specialist, Colchester ES 4/27/10, Wilmington, MA - "On behalf of the children and staff at the West Intermediate School, I would like to express our thanks for the amazing program you brought to our school. Your fast-paced, entertaining, interactive program left the children excited and more knowledgeable about math and its use in everyday situations. Your messages were important ones and the children left the presentation with enthusiasm." Enrichment Team, West Intermediate School 4/19/10, Howell, NJ – “This was truly an excellent program. The students loved it! They enjoyed being a part of the assembly; going up on stage, holding the numbers, and working together. It was clear, precise and energetic. Even the K-2 students loved it. They laughed, clapped and had fun while up on stage and their peers in the audience who clapped for them had fun, too. Truly wonderful!” 4/3/10, Danbury, CT – “Entertaining with some real learning. Reinforces what we are teaching!” Principal, Stadley Rough ES 3/24/10, Newport News, VA – “’Arithmetickles’ kept the students very engaged. Overall, it was a fun program.” Head of School, St. Andrew’s Episcopal 3/23/10, Sewell, NJ – “All of the children were engaged in the program and practicing how to solve math problems! ‘Arithmetickles’ gave the teachers great ideas they can implement in the classroom.” Elementary Supervisor, Wedgwood ES 3/17/10, Brooklyn, NY – “The children were entertained and engaged and participated on stage.” Math Coach, PS 361 1/12/10, Anaheim, CA - "The children were laughing while actually doing math during the show! And the kids loved it when the teachers were asked to participate in the show. I didn't really know what to expect and I am so glad I booked 'Arithmetickles'. Great job!"
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