WHAT TEACHERS SAY

“My students are FIRED UP about being Story Ninjas! We have worked through the first three lessons and the kids LOVE it. They were over the top today when their folders and book came in.

We’ve had such great discussions during and after your lessons—the kids have taken this up with the passion I was hoping for…What I like about the lessons is that they are super easy to plan for and very engaging.  I feel like they are a guarantee for success in the process of writing—a great support for teachers!”

—Karen M. Yorktown School District

“I cannot wait to make my year plan for ELA knowing that you will be there to motivate my students like you did this year. So much learning occurred!!! The students loved hearing from you, zooming with you, reading your novels, being a part of writing and editing your novel and especially getting to know an actual author. I have great plans for the up and coming grade 3 class as we introduce the author in residence program to them. They are going to love being story ninjas! I can’t wait! I have so many ideas on how to make this program the core of my ELA program.”

—Angel Godart, Grade 3 Teacher, Wakaw

“Sigmund was a great motivation to my students! Non-readers became involved and excited about reading and writing. Collaborating with Sigmund this school year brought excitement and enthusiasm to literacy, which resulted in enormous growth for my students.”

—Kelli Schnidel, Grade 3 Teacher, Lanigan

“Sigmund has really created a love for writing and reading in this building. He seems to have woken up the sleeping Story Ninjas in my room, and they are interested in taking pencil to paper! Sigmund’s charisma and practical tips have really inspired my young ninjas. They really look forward to the Writing Lessons online, using their Ninja writing folders, and sharing successes. What a great opportunity!”

—Sheila Klebeck, Grade 3 Teacher, Preeceville, SK

“We are thoroughly enjoying the Story Ninja program.  As an educator I sometimes need a quick lesson and the Story Ninja program is perfect for that because there is no prep for me to do. It is a total hit! My students loved the thought of creating a simple, silly story. Thanks again for all your enthusiasm!”

—Lori Ketchmark-Duffy, Teacher at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Elementary School

“We are thoroughly enjoying the Story Ninja program.  As an educator I sometimes need a quick lesson and the Story Ninja program is perfect for that because there is no prep for me to do. It is a total hit! My students loved the thought of creating a simple, silly story. Thanks again for all your enthusiasm!”

—Lori Ketchmark-Duffy, Teacher at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Elementary School