“I’ve seen a lot of (empowerment) demonstrations in the past, but none that excite and educate across curriculums as definitively as (Ms. Laberje’s program) using “Cooper Ridge.”  It has real meat.”

~ Adult audience member in discussion following Reji’s presentation of “Wonder Kids” at Kohler Public School.

Wonder Kids

Full Length Assembly Program - $400.00

Time Required - 1 hour, 15 minutes

Target Audience - Grade 4 to Grade 8

Suggested Audience Size - Up to 300 (but more can be accommodated)

Writers' Workshop Recommendation - The Six Senses and the Four 'S'es

Featured Books -

• "Cooper Ridge, The Wonder Kid" by Reji Laberje

• Nonfiction collection of real-life heroes with disabilities

In this program, Reji inspires the students to not only have a better understanding of persons with disabilities, but to also learn how they can overcome their own challenges in their lives using the "twenty-one gifts of humanity".  She uses her imaginative young adult book, "Cooper Ridge, The Wonder Kid", alongside dramatic readings, hands-on-activities, group participation, a slideshow of real-life heroes, and a collage that is put together throughout the presentation to build students' literary AND life skills.  Follow-up materials are included for all educators in addition to exciting gifts and prizes.

Video clip coming soon!