As a special education teacher with over 29 years experience I began making distinctions on what works in getting students to reach their full potentials. I have been lucky to have made many of those distinctions while facilitating an after school poetry club called “Poetry Rocks” in Phoenix, Arizona.
One thing I can tell you for sure in my work with hundreds of students from across the spectrum is that regardless of what a student knows or doesn’t know, regardless of IQ or reading level and even regardless of test scores is that techniques can be taught to maximize whatever talents and abilities a child has in poetry AND in life. Even the most dyslexic child does not reverse all words and letters but does better at certain times. That’s where I come in.
It is my mission to transform students by getting them to believe in themselves through the medium of poetry and my high energy poetry programs are a dynamic way to encourage a love of poetry AND life in your students.
“Grievers and Poets” is my poetry program that grew out of my motivation to help children become their best and my love of poetry. My goal when I visit a school is to have a lasting impact that goes beyond an afternoon and I stand ready to serve.
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TEN REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD BRING KEN SLESARIK’S POETRY ASSEMBLY TO YOUR SCHOOL!
1. I have taught hundreds of students with over twenty-nine years teaching experience and know how to get children fired up about poetry!
2. When I visit a school or classroom many say it is the most educational and entertaining presentation they’ve ever had! Please click on this link for school administrator and teacher testimonials ( Add Link)
3. My multi-media assembly and book create a celebration of poetry and much, much more! Please click on this link for sample poems (Add Link)
4. I have several assembly programs to choose from, so if you’ve had me before, I can return. Please click on this link to take a look at my gorgeous book (Add Link)
5. My assemblies encourage kids to dream big and reinforce every Character Education trait… if you are a Guidance Counselor or Administrator, my assembly is a must-see!
6. My first book, “Creatures, Critters Beasts and Varments” is endorsed by (add text).
7. My assembly program is incredibly simple to book, and comes with a SATISFACTION GUARANTEE! If you’re not thrilled, you don’t pay! (Add link)
9. My poetry assemblies are for ALL ages, K through 6th grade!
10. I offer flexible pricing based on your school’s individual budget.
