Aesop’s Bops
Artist: David Gonzalez
Type: Performances / Assemblies, Early Childhood, Art Festivals
Description
A zoo full of animals comes alive in this fast-paced performance that teaches children about sharing and friendship. Featuring such stories as “The Lion and the Mouse,” and “Why Turtle Has a Checkered Shell,” Aesop’s Bops has ample amounts of audience participation and offers positive lessons for social and psychological growth.
If you’re searching for a great day of character education programs for an elementary school, consider Mad Dog and Me (grades 3–8) for the older students and Aesop’s Bops (preK–2) for the younger students. Mad Dog and Me is an entertaining mix of world tales and personal stories that addresses the universal experience of standing up for yourself in the face of adversity and bullying. Through fables, myths, and stories from his own life growing up in a rough neighborhood, award-winning storyteller and educator Dr. David Gonzalez offers insights and strategies for cultivating compassionate relationships and communities.
Price & Info
Price
Assembly Price: $1115
Assembly Two-in-a-Row Price: $1485
Travel Fee: $75 per day
Information
Audience Limit: 300
Program Length: 45 min,
Appropriate For Grade(s): Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd
Theme
Theme
Arts Appreciation Month
Character Education Month
National Arts & Humanities Month
Reading/Poetry Month
Curriculum Connections
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Character Education
Language Arts Literacy
Visual & Performing Arts
Tech
Technical Requirements
Clean stage, sound system, help with setting up lighting (please let us know if this isn’t possible). Changing room, water.
Testimonials
He was absolutely excellent! Wow! No props, no music, no special lights, just amazing story telling!!!!! EVERY SINGLE CHILD WAS TOTALLY ENGAGED!!!! I think it was one of the best assemblies we have had! K and 1 LOVED it!!!!
Teacher, Petway Elementary
David Gonzalez performed "Mad Dog and Me" and Aesop's Bops at our school this morning. I just wanted you to know that this was the best anti-bullying message that we have had in my years here. Besides his performance, which captivated a very large audience, his message was honest and clear. I wanted you to know just how well received this performance was. Thank you for providing such excellent programming.
Principal, Wemrock Brook School
David Gonzalez was AMAZING!! He captivated them from the minute he stepped onto the stage and held their attention for the entire program. He is truly a gifted storyteller!
Media Specialist, Jefferson Elementary
This was an excellent program! It ranks as one of the top assembly programs I have witnessed during my forty five years as an educator.
Principal, Marlton Elementary School
David was absolutely GREAT. He had the children totally engaged, interested, and excited. Children's participation was also a key factor in keeping these young 3 & 4 year old children excited with the stories he told.
Owner/Director, All Kids First Preschool
The audience (both teachers and students) were mesmerized by David's performance. His message was conveyed without being too literal. He made sure that he summed the performance up in closing, so that the message "hit home." Loved it!
Lower School Advisor, Oak Hill Academy
