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Detectives use research to solve mysteries. Margaret, a.k.a. Detective "Imma Sleuth", will have your students become Jr. detectives (researchers) to solve a mystery. Books (suspects) will be lined up on the table with various titles. Using their powers of deduction, clues, a fingerprint matching book, and a secret code, the junior detectives will figure out which story Imma will finally tell! 4 stories will be utilized and told in detective school including “You’ll Never Guess” by Fiona Dunbar (a shadow book), Why a Disguise” by Laura Neumoroff, and “Ruth the Sleuth and the Case of the Missing Pizza” by John Clauder (unpublished). Using these 3 stories Margaret will teach the students detective principles which will include (1) using deductive reasoning and not jumping to conclusions (2) when a disguise would be useful (3) learn from example how one might use detective skills to solve a case.
Lots of audience interaction and participation will be used in the program as children become engaged in eliminating the “suspect” books to find the final tale that Imma will tell. Clues, a fingerprint matching book, and a secret code are all used to eliminate the "suspect books." One-by-one the Jr. detectives will find their list of suspects has dwindled down to just 3 possible choices. By breaking a secret code the name of the culprit book is revealed:" Dogzilla" by Dav Pilkey. Imma will then tell this story to the children in the final bit of fun.
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Details
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Dates:
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Check performers on line calendar for avaiability: www.calendarwiz/com/dfwfunnybusiness
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Times:
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During school, after school, Spring Break, Summer
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Duration:
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45 minutes with a 15-30 minute break between programs.
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School Fee:
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ON CAMPUS: $525 for 2 shows (half day) or $950 for 4 or 5 shows (full day) $325 for 1 after school performance
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Minimum Attendance:
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10
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Maximum Attendance:
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100
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Bilingual:
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No
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Technical Needs:
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a 6 foot table and a chair. A clear performance area.
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Other Information:
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To book: Check our on line calendar for availability first: www.calendarwiz.com/dfwfunnybusiness . Once you find an open date or time that works for you, fill out the booking form at www.mcpshows.com or email [email protected] or call 817.980.1760. When calling or emailing, please leave your name, school, phone number, the particular show you wish to have, and the date/time of the program. Technical needs: Electrical outlet 15-20 feet from the performance area. If we are using the stage it should be reserved for our use 1 hour before performance time and 30 minutes afterward. The stage should be pre-cleared no later than 1 hour before show time. Stage lights turned on 1 hour prior to performance.
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Scheduling / Booking
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Instructions:
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On-line calendars are available for each separate performer: Margaret Clauder: (Mother Goose, Weather Wonders, Spring is in the Air with Mother Nature, Story of Thanksgiving, The Hero is Within you, Fiesta de Mexico, I Detect a Tale, Ring in the Holidays with Mrs. Claus, After School Balloon Twisting: http://www.calendarwiz.com/dfwfunnybusiness
Brett Roberts (Bubbleologist): www.calendarwiz.com/dfwentertainer
Dal Sanders: (Magical, Mysterious Suitcase Science Show, Be a Hero- Not a Bully) www.calendarwiz.com/dalcal
Cinde Sanders: (Seusology 101- A Celebration of All Things Dr. Seuss) www.calendarwiz.com/cindesanders
Or, to help you determine availability of artist call 817.980.1760 or 817.265.5696, to confirm your booking request. You can also fill out a request form at: http://www.mcpshows.com/school_reserve.html
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Deadline:
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Must contact and book a minimum of 2 weeks in advance.
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Cancellation Policy:
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Bookings may be cancelled up to two (2) calendar weeks before performance without penalty. Bookings cancelled within two (2) calendar weeks of performance but up to one (1) calendar week before performance may be rescheduled as artist's bookings allow. Bookings cancelled within one (1) calendar week of performance will require balanced paid in full and rescheduling is at artist's discretion.
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After School Policy:
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Teachers are required to remain in room during performance. Artist will discuss and define the seating area and performance area prior to start of performance. Photographs are permitted as well as short video clips. Please tag us on Facebook at: Margaret A. Clauder.
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