Does your child love science? Are they itching to perform experiments and discover how to become a science superstar…or an evil genius bent on world domination? Either way, doing science experiments at home is fun and educational for kids. But how do you prepare your home properly for safe science fun? As a school assembly…

The new school year is upon us! Are you ready? If you said “no,” it’s okay. Many parents feel overwhelmed at the start of the new school year. For many, it seems like as soon as you get comfortable with the summer schedule, it’s time to change gears and send kids back to school. But…

Is your child shy? It’s more common than you think. Some parents think being shy is a huge handicap. Being shy isn’t the end of the world for your child. But there are simple things you can do to support your child. I’m school assembly presenter Michael Kirschner. For the last dozen years or so,…

Do you remember feeling nervous about going to school as a child? Many adults do…even if they don’t want to admit it. School can be a frightening place for kids for a lot of reasons. Fortunately, there are simple things we as parents can do to help our children feel more secure at school. I’m…

If you are a teacher at school, this article is for you. Bullying in schools is an important, serious topic. Since you are at the front lines in schools, you are in the best position to help solve the problem. But how? I’m school assembly presenter Michael Kirschner. For the last ten-plus years, I’ve delivered…

Is your child being bullied in school? It’s the last thing you as a parent want to think about. Each day you send your child to school. You expect them to be safe and learn what they need in school. But sometimes bullying in school happens. Fortunately, there are a few things you can do…

Summer is upon us! Schools in the United States are heading down the final stretch before summer vacation. Many kids look forward to the break from schedules, learning, and structured days. But letting your kids lapse completely from any kind of structure to their day makes going back to school harder. Fortunately, there are some…

Does your child seem overly aggressive? Do they have a temper? These and other signs may indicate your child could become a bully. Thousands of articles have been written about stopping bullying. But what about preventing a child from becoming a bully in the first place? I’m New Jersey-based school assembly presenter Michael Kirschner. For…

It’s no secret that school budgets are tightening all the time. Administrators are told to save money. Schedules are scrutinized. Every part of the school day must be educational, the higher-ups say. However, most schools still understand the value of incoming assembly programs. I’m school assembly presenter Michael Kirschner. For the last 10+ years, I’ve…

Science is all around us. From our cell phones to our lights in our homes, modern life would not be possible without science. But science isn’t just important for our daily lives. It’s important for developing important skills, especially for children. I’m Michael Kirschner. For the last ten+ years, I’ve delivered impactful school assemblies in…