Mr. Wessel's programs for schools have been getting rave reviews for over 10 years. Beginning as a show of pure entertainment he realized that performing at schools was a golden opportunity to pass along a valuable message with the fun. Toby presents 3 programs expressly designed for school assemblies; THE MAGIC IN YOU deals with self esteem, READY SET READ emphasizes the value & excitement of reading & JUST FOR FUN, a name that says it all. •ASSEMBLIES •FAMILY FUN NIGHTS •SCHOOL EVENTS THE MAGIC IN YOU This is a fun, splashy, magical production which speaks to children about their value as human beings. Students are encouraged to see things that they like about themselves & to notice things they do well. According to experts, self belief is critical to achieving potential. We can build that self esteem through the recognition of our value & competence. The program encourages children to experience their full potential. READY, SET, READ! A wonderful program on the value & joy of reading. Perfect for family fun nights & school assemblies. This show is approximately 40 minutes of fast paced magic tricks, audience participation & fun. The messages, which weave in & out of the magic, touch upon: • How reading enlivens our minds • The value of reading aloud together in our families • The presenter's life as a reader • The treasure of fun in books • The excitement & understanding we gain as we read It's about books. It's about fun. This show rocks! JUST FOR FUN! The title pretty much says it all. This show is tailor made for Assemblies, Family Fun Nights, Festivals, Fund Raisers or Carnivals. It is colorful, exciting & humorous, a very entertaining program. •STAGE SHOWS •STROLLING MAGIC FAIRS & FESTIVALS Magic Shows ideal for the "Family Stage," are filled with fun sparkling surprises, inspired hi jinx & audience participation. Toby began to perfect his work with children & families in the late 1980's when he performed over 460 shows at the Enchanted Parks Water Park in one year. He has since had the privilege of performing in such venues as, THE KING COUNTY FAIR, THE PORT ANGELES PERFORMING ARTS FESTIVAL. THE CARCO THEATER WINTER PERFORMING ARTS SERIES, THE WILLAPA HARBOR LOGGER'S FESTIVAL , THE SEQUIM IRRIGATION FESTIVAL , THE FARMERS APPRECIATION FESTIVAL IN QUINCEY, THE FAMILY CONCERT SERIES IN EDMUNDS & THE ENUMCLAW PICKLES & ICE CREAM FESTIVAL.