Ventriloquism in the Classroom!

NO DUMMIES HERE: Ventriloquism in the Classroom!

A new Canadian Ventriloquism Association is being founded THIS FALL by 
an Ontario Educator, Author and Consultant who believes that puppetry 
and ventriloquism has a place in the lives of Canada's youth.

"I think reality TV needs to be turned off and wholesome Vaudeville 
style entertainment needs to be turned on.", says Kenneth McGrath 
(a.k.a. Ken Adrian, Comedy Ventriloquist) "Ventriloquism can be a 
healthy creative outlet for kids - especially for those who are 
introverted. It's surprisingly easy to learn and have fun with and even 
those who can't master lip control can be a part of the show!"

The "C.V. Eh?" will be featuring a number of classroom-ready learning 
materials in a variety of subjects around this fascinating art form.

"We're putting together FREE ready-to-use materials similar in format to 
the popular Project WILD resources used for ecological educational 
outreach - except of course our stuff will focus on the science, art, 
math, history, language arts, and 'general wackiness' of ventriloquism 
and the related building of puppets.", says McGrath, "We're especially 
interested in reaching home schooled kids who are looking for something 
new and interesting!"

Also, notes McGrath, ventriloquism can be an extremely powerful tool for 
educators - whether in schools, at home, in the community, etc...

"Kids really listen a 'Dummy' - I used one in the classroom years ago 
and it really helped me connect to students on another level.  Any 
teacher who's interested in Venting should feel free to contact me 
anytime through the Web site."

In the meantime, check out http://www.ventriloquism.ca today and, 
please, spread the word about this fantastic resource!