Audience Size: 25–250

Length of Performance: 45–60 minutes

Equipment Needs: 2 six-foot tables, 1 wireless microphone

Setup Time: 15 minutes

Teardown Time: 5 minutes

Description:

Darren Sardelli is an animated poet and author who knows how to get students and educators excited about poetry. He’s spoken at over 1,000 schools where he’s transformed reluctant readers and writers into poetry fanatics. His assemblies and writing workshops empower young people and help them discover an appreciation for words and literacy. Darren’s poems are featured in 32 children’s books, national and international textbooks, children’s magazines, are a part of school curriculums, and have been used on state tests. 

Website: www.laughalotpoetry.com 

Common Core Learning Standards: English Language Arts

• Production and distribution of writing

• Research to build and present knowledge

• Responding to literature

• Comprehension and Collaboration (speaking and listening)

• Presentation of knowledge of ideas (speaking and listening)

• Vocabulary acquisition and use

Learning Standards for the Arts

• Creating (imagine, plan, make, envision, develop)

• Performing (rehearse, evaluate, refine, prepare, share)

• Responding (reflect, interpret, evaluate, critique)

• Connecting (relate artistic ideas with societal, cultural & historical context)

Cost:

• $1,900 – 2 assemblies 

• $2,400 – 3 assemblies 

• $2,700 – 4 assemblies 

• $3,000 – 5 assemblies 

Audience Size: 100+

Length of Performance: 

• K-2nd (45 min) 

• 3rd-5th (1 hour)

Setup Time: 15 minutes

Teardown Time: 5 minutes

Description:

Get ready to laugh at Darren Sardelli’s hilarious poems! This award-winning poet and children’s book author shows young people the FUN side of poetry. Darren’s relatable topics and surprise endings, mixed with interaction and humor, keep everyone engaged and entertained. In his lower grade assembly, students solve poetry riddles, act out adventurous poems, and learn about rhythm and rhyme. In his upper grade assembly, students create their own words, use their imaginations to make objects more interesting, and participate in Poetry Challenges that get them in the mood to write. It’s an empowering day where new ideas are born and poetry takes flight! 

Common Core Learning Standards: English Language Arts:

• Production and distribution of writing

• Responding to literature

• Comprehension and collaboration (Speaking and listening)

• Vocabulary acquisition and use

Cost:

• $1,900 – 2 assemblies 

• $2,400 – 3 assemblies 

• $2,700 – 4 assemblies 

• $3,000 – 5 assemblies 

Audience Size: 2–3 classes

Length of Workshop: 50 minutes

Description:

Are you looking for something that builds confidence, enhances creativity, and teaches a valuable skill? Darren Sardelli’s BUILD-A-POEM WORKSHOP does all this and more! Students learn how to paint pictures with words, make writing more descriptive, and write poetry that stands out. Darren demonstrates how to put ideas in motion and gives students the tools they need to feel good about writing poetry. 

Website: www.laughalotpoetry.com 

Common Core Learning Standards: English Language Arts:

• Production and distribution of writing

• Responding to literature

• Comprehension and collaboration (Speaking and listening)

• Vocabulary acquisition and use

Cost: 

• $1,900 – 3 Workshops 

• $2,400 – 4 Workshops 

• $2,700 – 5 Workshops 

• Ask about Darren's residency program

Site: At your school

Audience Size: 100+

Length of Workshop: 50 minutes

Description:

Funny author and poet, Darren Sardelli, makes poetry entertaining for older students. His middle school and high school assemblies are designed to motivate, educate, and demonstrate the incredible things that can be accomplished through hard work and perseverance. Darren's reallife stories connect with and captivate young adults. Through self-belief, determination, and dedication to his craft, Darren transformed himself from an unlikely writer into a professional poet. He shares his passion with students and shows them how he created a career with words.  

Website: www.laughalotpoetry.com 

Common Core Learning Standards: English Language Arts:

• Production and distribution of writing

• Responding to literature

• Comprehension and collaboration (Speaking and listening)

• Vocabulary acquisition and use

Cost: 

• $1,900 – 2 assemblies 

• $2,400 – 3 assemblies 

• $2,700 – 4 assemblies 

• $3,000 – 5 assemblies 

Site: At your school

Audience Size:  100+ students

Length of Workshop: 45 minutes

ADVENTURES IN RHYME is an interactive poetry show that teaches PRE-K, Kindergarteners, and First Graders about rhythm, rhyme, and poetry. During this action-packed presentation, each poem requires some type of participation or activity. Students sing poems with Darren, figure out poetry riddles, and dance to the rhythm of his rhymes. It’s a wonderful way to introduce poetry to young people.  

Website:  www.laughalotpoetry.com 

Common Core Learning Standards: English Language Arts:

• Production and distribution of writing

• Responding to literature

• Comprehension and collaboration (Speaking and listening)

• Vocabulary acquisition and use

Cost: 

• $1,900 – 2 assemblies 

• $2,400 – 3 assemblies 

• $2,700 – 4 assemblies 

• $3,000 – 5 assemblies 

Site: At your school

Audience Size:  100

Length of Workshop: 1 hour (plus book signing)

Get ready to laugh at Darren Sardelli’s hilarious poetry! This award-winning poet and children’s book author shows children and their parents the cool side of poetry. Darren’s relatable topics, shocking twists, and surprise endings, mixed with interaction and humor, keep everyone engaged and entertained. Participants will have multiple opportunities to participate in various ways. It's a wonderful way for families to connect. Giggles guaranteed! 

Website: www.laughalotpoetry.com 

Common Core Learning Standards: English Language Arts:

• Responding to literature

• Comprehension and collaboration (Speaking and listening)

• Vocabulary acquisition and use

Cost: $1500 – 1 show + book signing

Audience Size: 100

Length of Performance: 

• K-2nd (45 minutes) 

• 3rd-5th (1 hour)

Description:

Just like in his in-person assemblies, Darren brings poetry to life with his enthusiasm, excitement, and passion for writing. He’s developed new ways (in this virtual world) to effectively interact with students while keeping them interested and engaged. His relatable poems, lighthearted humor, and inspiring messages not only generate positivity, but also help his audience understand the power of words. This assembly motivates students to read and write poetry, start an Idea Book, and think in a creative direction. 

Website: www.laughalotpoetry.com 

Common Core Learning Standards: English Language Arts:

• Production and distribution of writing

• Responding to literature

• Comprehension and collaboration (Speaking and listening)

• Vocabulary acquisition and use

Cost: 

• $500 - Per Assembly

Site:  Virtual / Online