"Your presentation this morning is, by far, the best assembly I've attended as a teacher. The level of engagement is assured, since most students love to draw. Even those that dislike drawing were engaged, because you help them be successful. Second of all, your presentation was organized, upbeat, interesting, and best of all, supportive of those skills valued most in education... reading & good lifeskills. My own students, and others I've asked say that yours was without a doubt the BEST ASSEMBLY EVER!"

Lydia Vicknair
John Muir Elementary
Antioch CA

"I'm a special needs assistant at Proctor Terrace. I just wanted to let you know that the assembly you had here was a tremendous success. My students were able to follow your easy instructions and it's obvious that having a finished product they were so proud of, did wonders for their self-esteem and confidence."

Rylan Truman
Proctor Terrace,
Santa Rosa CA

"Kyle has the unique ability of motivating, relating to and instructing students simultaneously. He is talented, creative and enthusiastic. It was a pleasure to have him work with our children. - It almost seems effortless as he teaches them to draw and they're amazed at what they create. You'll not be disappointed with his assemblies."

BJ Brose
Monterey Ridge,
San Diego CA

"At first I was quite skeptical about an assembly that required supplies. You were able to guide about 300 students perfectly with patience, professionalism, and humor. Your pacing was just right and the way you interspersed audience response with voice and hand gestures kept everyone's attention. Even several of my students with attention issues were interested and focused during your entire presentation. They were proud of the drawings they created and I was impressed as well."

Katherine Mihalov
Jefferson,
Sacramento CA

"I have a kindergarten class that is not known for their ability to sit still. You had them enraptured for 45 minutes. Rarely will another assembly be able to do that. Your pacing was just right and you redirected them a positive way. I really like the way you incorporated the geometry strand of California State Standards in your lesson."

Jan Willey
Park Village,
San Diego CA

"My class of 5th graders, really loved the assembly on drawing. So many times, kids say they cannot draw, you proved them wrong, now they are all capable of drawing. Hopefully, this will help them in the future. Your timing was good, and overall management was excellent. You had excellent rapport with the kids, and they definitely listened to all you had to say. Your assembly was absolutely marvelous. Thanks again."

Marsha Nishikawa
Jackson Avenue
Livermore, CA

"I wanted you to know how impressed I was with your ability to keep the attention of my Kindergarten students. It was amazing to see them work so hard and follow along with your directions. I was doubly amazed after seeing their work. You kept their focus on you and they were so proud of their drawings. They couldn’t wait to take the pictures home. I loved how you stared by pointing out the shapes you saw in the picture. And your pacing and voice were perfect."

Julie Stewart
Lydiksen Elementary
Pleasanton, CA

From: Kyle Tiernan
Just North of La Jolla Cove, CA

Dear Friend,

If you are interested in finding a school assembly for your students and teachers this year that is loaded with educational content... then this is going to be the most exciting message you will ever read.

Here's what it's all about:

My name is Kyle Tiernan and for the past five years I've made my living teaching elementary aged students throughout California how to draw with a fully interactive, content-rich "draw-along" assembly that teachers are raving about.

Why?

Because, by having the kids actively participate, this assembly produces visual results your teachers can see immediately. Proof the time has been wisely used for educational purposes.

What's more, this assembly expands the imagination and bolsters the self confidence of any student who experiences it. I call this special program:

"Drawing Secrets... Revealed!"

Often better described as a "how-to-draw workshop" than an assembly, this program is conducted as a series of three step-by-step directive drawing lessons that keep the kids focused and engaged while I deliver the educational content in the form of "drawing secrets."

Here's How It Works:

  1. Your students and staff will arrive to the shows with three sheets of blank white paper, a pencil and something hard to write on.

    (Using these supplies, your students are going to be kinesthetically involved the entire time... and... this "active participation" is key to making the information really stick.)

  2. I'll be up front using an overhead projector, taking your students by the hand through a series of whimsical, creative and educational drawings.

    (This approach allows me to work with any size group, and rest assured... I'll be using some mega-effective group teaching strategies to insure everyone, even the K's, will be able to complete the drawings.)
  3. While we're drawing, your students will learn dozens of specific tips, tricks and techniques they can apply immediately to their drawings... and take back to the classroom for later on.

    (This is the type of educational content your teachers are looking for in the assemblies you schedule.)

You see, each and every secret your students learn is...

A Direct Fulfillment Of California
State Standards For The Visual Arts!

It's true - each assembly is jam packed with at least 8 (and often 12 or 14) drawing secrets that literally demonstrate, explain and solidify California's visual arts standards for K-6 students.

Here's just some of what your students will uncover...

  • A philosophy of drawing created by a world renown instructor that teaches "No Rules, Just Tools"

  • A fail-safe construction approach to drawing. (There's many different ways to draw, but this one... while not the most common... is the easiest for any child to learn.)

  • How to properly use a magical white paint to quickly fix common errors in our artwork.

  • What to do when you just can't get started and how drawing everything can lead to drawing something,

  • The difference between shapes and forms. How one of them will make your drawings flat and boring, while the other will make the picture look like it's going to POP off the page and bite you in the nose!

  • They'll uncover "drawing alphabet." Your students will learn the best thing to remember when it comes to curbing frustration while drawing details, and how using the three "letters" of drawing make it a lot easier!

  • How to avoid drawers-block and get your imagination flooding the paper with new ideas. (I'll even reveal a great technique for brainstorming that's a marvelous form of self-expression.)

  • The real reason some of us can draw and some of us can't. Once your students understand this secret, it'll virtually guarantee they'll be one of the few who can!)

  • A secret used by top pros to end pencil smudges forever! (This trick will also show how to draw in a way that makes end products a lot easier to color.)

  • How to show movement in a drawing using the principles of animation set down by Walt Disney's famed "9 Old Men."

  • The biggest rookie mistake and how to avoid it - this is my single best tip for those of us who are just starting out learning to draw... an almost fool-proof way to never mess up.

  • What all of our favorite cartoon characters have in common, and a simple strategy to draw any of them from memory! (And how to use this secret as a "friendship builder" to stay in the limelight during free-choice time.)

  • Why some drawings come out looking "right" while others come out looking "not so right." Your kids will learn the number one technique for getting a good drawing, every time!

  • How to express ideas and feelings through artwork... and the best way to share your art with others - (sometimes it's not with a picture at all).

Plus...

Your Students Will Walk Away With A Working Art Vocabulary!

From horizon lines to C-Curves... contour to space... rhythms to foreshortening... your teachers will be amazed at the rich choice of words their kids are using by the end of the show to describe their work.

And that's just a handful of the "drawing specific" things your kids will uncover with this draw-along assembly. In addition,

We'll Cover Other Important Information Like...

  • Uniqueness and how it applies to being a genuine person as well as how it applies to art...

  • The "early bird" trick I learned from a famous writer that virtually guarantees success at developing any skill...

  • Your students will learn a vast array of "scientific" facts about whatever it is we are drawing... from the habits, unique traits and diets of Australian animals... to the anatomy of a human ear... tid-bits of interesting natural sciences are scattered throughout the shows!

"...I also appreciated the way you incorporated science (baleen, whales), math (shapes, solid figures), vocabulary (porthole, etc). You also gave them pratical skills such as how to draw hands, and make objects appear 3-D. You definately worked at thier level, and I liked how you made it very clear that they did not have to do it perfectly and they shouldn’t worry if theirs looked different than yours."

Jenny Anderson - Valley Center Primary, Valley Center, CA

Your students will hear age appropriate jokes, on-the-fly questions and stories galore that really help solidify their understanding of the presented information. You’ll be amazed at the rapport built between the group and myself even before the shows begin.

But the best part of the assembly won't be seen until shortly after the show is completed, and you see the smiles on your students faces... heads held high... A+ drawings they created, in hand.

The BIG Secret

I often tell interested schools it doesn't matter that I teach the kids to draw an octopus or a hula-dancer. It doesn't matter that I give them truly rock-solid "how to draw" information that meets and exceeds State Standards.

What really matters is your student's leave the assemblies with a fully energized boost to their self confidence and a wonderful feeling of accomplishment... and the opportunity to take their drawings home and tell mom n' dad:

“Look What I Drew Today!”

That sense of accomplishment is what it’s all about. (And trust me, I can’t even begin to tell you how much parents appreciate this.)

Teachers crave this type of assembly because the kids are completely active, no hopelessly confused 1st graders or bored to tears 6th graders.

On top of that, there’s visual proof at the end of the shows that they learned something. (And not just “something” but something their students are proud of because they created it!)

So Here Are The Details

  • "Drawing Secrets... Revealed!" lasts 50-55 minutes, and your school can schedule up to three shows in one day.

  • I can work with any size group you’re comfortable allowing into the auditorium (300-500 per show is routine).

  • Normally we’ll break the grades into two groups -- K-2 in one and 3-6 in another. (If your school is huge, we can do shows of K-1, 2-3, and 4-6.)

  • Each assembly is specifically designed to be age appropriate for the audience... easier drawings with the lil’ guys and more advanced drawings for the older kids.

  • The investment for these assemblies varies upon the number of schools scheduling on consecutive days in a specific area. The more schools that work together in one area of district, the lower the prices are for everyone involved. We will discuss these discounted multi-school tour rates when you call.

    • FREE Follow-Up Family Drawing Nights in 2009/2010!

  • Contact me before August 1st, 2009 to schedule your assemblies for anytime during the 2009/2010 school year, and your school will automatically get a free Family Drawing Night. This is a wonderful 60 minute event held on the same night as the daytime assemblies where we'll invite the kids and their parents to return for more drawing fun... and a super-cool raffle for some awesome prizes! (Normally $350 - yours free in 2009/2010!)

Here's Your Iron-Clad
Money-Won't-Even-Change-Hands
100% Satisfaction Guarantee!

Listen: You know at the end of some of these screw-ball assemblies out there, you're left feeling had. Younger students were lost, totally bewildered by what just occurred. Fifth and sixth graders in the back completely zoned out. Teachers robbed of their classroom time. And your school or PTA out a serious chunk of the budget.

I can assure you NONE of the above will happen with "Drawing Secrets."

Nevertheless, if at the end of my shows you (or any of your teachers) feel your students weren’t...

Attentive, Educated... And Involved... For The Entire Assembly...

...you won’t owe me a dime. If I don’t deliver the highest-quality assemblies and live up to the expectations of this letter, I don’t deserve your money anyhow... and that’s the basis I operate on.

In the hundreds of assembly programs and shows I’ve done throughout the country and offered this guarantee, I’ve never, ever had anyone feel this assembly wasn’t one of the best they’ve ever seen.

The point is, you’ll be bringing in one of the top (if not THE top) elementary school assemblies in California... and your teachers and students will be glad you did! (If you’ve been reading the testimonials included, you’ll know why I’m so confident about that.)

"I really enjoyed the assembly today with you and my third graders! They were attentive the entire time and thrilled with their results. I liked the way you went step by step and never rushed. I also like the terms and techniques with shapes and lines! It really taught them some new ideas. Your sense of humor and participation all went into a terrific show! Thank you, I highly recommend you to other schools!"

Jan Van Aken - Star View School, Huntington Beach, CA


"I thought the drawing assembly was awesome, phenominal actually. The kids enjoyed it very much, and it helped increase their confidence in their own abilities. You did a GREAT job of keeping their attention focused and making it fun at the same time. Thanks a lot!!"

Shelly Lee - Victoria School, Costa Mesa, CA

My schedule fills extremely fast each year.

So if you’re serious about bringing in at least one assembly this year that’ll send your students self confidence skyrocketing and deliver rock-solid educational material... you’ve GOT to get this one on your calendar right away.

Sure, you could go ahead and bring in one of those hum-drum, time-sucking assemblies again this year... you know, the ones your teachers are rolling their eyes at in the lounge.

Or... you could make the better choice and bring in one with a proven track record for teaching kids a skill they deserve to learn... in an extremely fun and interactive way.

Up to you. Here’s how to reach me:

My phone number is toll free: (888) 299-2606

My email is: DrawingSecrets@yahoo.com

Warmly,

Kyle Tiernan
Founder, Draw-Along School Assemblies

P.S. Still not convinced? Here's a few more testimonials to get you off the fence...

"I rarely have the time to plan and implement many art lessons for the kids, so it was nice having you come and do it all for me. I also enjoyed watching every single one of my students be completely engaged in every step of your lesson. They loved it and what they created. The messages about leadership, caring and friendship were all very well done. You did a great job, Kyle!"

Michelle Schall - Juniper Elementary - Escondido, CA


"I was a bit skeptical when I saw the title of the assembly. I teach kindergartners and I didn’t think this would be grade appropriate for our littlest students. You proved me wrong! The kids were totally enthralled with your assembly presentation. They were able to do everything you asked of them and were mesmerized by your techniques and audience control. They came back to my classroom excited to show me their drawings and when they walked out of the classroom they ran to their parents to show them what they had accomplished. My parents were amazed that their 5 and 6 year olds could draw so well. I was amazed as well at how accurately you guided them through the successful lesson. This was the best assembly we ever had!"

Susan Welence - Maeola Beitzel Elementary - Elk Grove, CA


"My students thoroughly enjoyed your presentation on cartoon drawing. They are first graders and some had seen you last year - those who did were very excited to see you again stating that it was their favorite assembly. I too looked forward to seeing you work your magic with the kids. You have a wonderful ability to entertain and educate at the same time. I have taught 30 years and know how difficult crowd control can be at assemblies but we never have any problem with the children when you are there. They are mesmerized. I love that you make the children feel empowered - they too can be artists and it makes them feel so good about themselves. Thank you for another memorable assembly... still my favorite one of all time!"

Glorie Pankratz - Houston Elementary - Gilbert, AZ


"I wanted to let you know that my students and I truly enjoyed your assembly. They were very excited to have an assembly that they could participate in with you, rather than having to listen to someone speak for an hour. They all wanted to keep on drawing their new "friends" when they got back to the room. You did a wonderful job of keeping them engaged for the entire hour as well as speaking to them in their language. Often at times assemblies are over the students heads and they don’t connect to the person who is speaking. The students were all very connected to you and enjoyed themselves. Thank you for coming to our school."

Christine Mazone - Ashley Falls Elementary - San Diego, CA