School Programs
School Assemblies and Programs
For over 20 years, I’ve been bringing the magic of interactive storytelling and drama assemblies to JK to Grade 8 schools across southern Ontario. These engaging programs not only entertain and inspire children, but also incorporate many Ontario learning expectations.
Each of my presentations is designed to captivate and educate students while aligning with relevant educational topics and the Ontario curriculum. Students are invited to help dramatize the stories by using simple props and costume pieces brought out of the ‘magic story bag’. This interactive approach encourages students to develop their personal creativity, self-expression, and social and emotional well-being, making learning a safe, fun and immersive experience.
Featured Assemblies: September – December 2024
Chronicles of Compassion
Kick off the new school year with Chronicles of Compassion, a 60-minute interactive storytelling and drama assembly designed to build a sense of community and belonging among JK to Grade 8 students. Through engaging stories, students are invited to help bring the tales to life through dramatization. This assembly fosters empathy, kindness, and cooperation, setting a positive tone for the year ahead while encouraging creativity, self-expression, and social and emotional well-being.
The fee for one 60 minute assembly with up to 200 students is $650.00 + HST
The fee for each additional assembly is $350.00 + HST
Fall into Autumn
This engaging interactive drama and storytelling program is specifically designed for JK, SK, grades 1 & 2 classes, celebrating the change of seasons from summer to autumn. Students help bring the stories to life through dramatization. Fall Into Autumn features stories like; Stone Soup and The Enormous Turnip, among others.
The fee for one 60 minute presentation with up to 100 students is $400.00 + HST.
The fee for each additional presentation is $200.00 + HST.
Aesop’s Fable Fiesta
Aesop’s Fable Fiesta is a 60-minute interactive storytelling and drama assembly designed for JK to Grade 8 classes. In this lively session, students are invited to help bring Aesop’s fables and other tales that teach, to life through dramatization. Each story is carefully selected to teach valuable life lessons, encouraging creativity, self-expression, and social and emotional well-being, all while aligning with educational topics and the Ontario curriculum.
The fee for one 60 minute assembly with up to 200 students is $650.00 + HST
The fee for each additional assembly is $350.00 + HST
Tapestry of Traditions
Celebrate the holiday season with Tapestry of Traditions, a 60-minute interactive storytelling and drama assembly for JK to Grade 8 classes. This special 2024 Holiday Assembly features stories and traditions from seven different holidays: Winter Solstice, Hanukkah, Diwali, Ramadan, Lunar New Year, Kwanzaa, and Christmas. Students are invited to help bring these festive tales to life through dramatization, fostering a sense of inclusivity, empathy, and community while aligning with the Ontario curriculum.
Featured Assemblies: January – June 2025
Literacy Quest: Family Literacy Day 2025
Celebrate Family Literacy Day 2025 with Literacy Quest, a 60-minute interactive storytelling and drama assembly for JK to Grade 8 classes. This dynamic program invites students to embark on an adventure of words and stories, as they help bring tales to life through drama. Literacy Quest is designed to spark a love for reading and storytelling, promoting literacy skills, creativity, and self-expression.
The fee for one 60 minute assembly with up to 200 students is $650.00 + HST
The fee for each additional assembly is $350.00 + HST
Winter Tales
This charming and engaging interactive drama and storytelling program for JK, SK, grades 1 & 2 classes, celebrates the change of seasons from autumn to winter. Students help bring the stories, The Runaway Pancake and The Boy and the North Wind, along with other tales, to life through drama.
The fee for one 60 minute presentation with up to 100 students is $400.00 + HST.
The fee for each additional presentation is $200.00 + HST.
Earth Wind Water and Fire 2025
Celebrate Earth Day with Earth, Wind, Water, and Fire, a 60-minute interactive storytelling and drama assembly for JK to Grade 8 students. This engaging session explores the wonders of nature and the elements through captivating stories that highlight the importance of environmental stewardship. Students are invited to help bring these stories to life through dramatization, fostering a connection to the natural world while promoting creativity, self-expression, and environmental awareness, all aligned with the Ontario curriculum.
The fee for one 60 minute assembly with up to 200 students is $650.00 + HST
The fee for each additional assembly is $350.00 + HST
Hello Spring!
This inspiring interactive drama and storytelling program for JK, SK, grades 1 & 2 classes, celebrates the change of seasons from winter to spring. Students help bring the stories, The Flower Pot and The Name of the Tree, along with other tales, to life through drama.
The fee for one 60 minute presentation with up to 100 students is $400.00 + HST.
The fee for each additional presentation is $200.00 + HST.
F.A.Q.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheryl Thornton’s Interactive Storytelling Assemblies
Our assemblies are designed for JK to Grade 8 students. Each assembly is tailored to be age-appropriate and engaging, ensuring that students of all ages can participate and benefit from the storytelling experience.
Each interactive storytelling and drama assembly is 60 minutes long. This duration includes interactive storytelling, student participation through drama, and the opportunity for students to ask questions and express their thoughts and feelings.
Our assemblies are carefully crafted to align with Ontario learning expectations. The stories and activities are designed to support educational topics and foster skills such as creativity, self-expression and social and emotional well-being.
The assemblies feature a wide range of universal tales chosen to teach important character values, life lessons, and to foster empathy and understanding.
Call me directly at (519) 365-5811 or (416) 461-3472 or email me at [email protected] for more information or to book a presentation.
The fee for one assembly is $650.00 + HST with up to 200 students particiating and $350.00 for each additional assembly.