American Revolution

American Revolution – 2010 Small School and Space: Elementary

Reviews of Award Winning American Revolution Program

“My students talked about the Revolutionary War program for days.  Some even expressed an interest in learning more about that time in our country’s history.  I am already looking forward to it next year.”
~ Riverside Elementary, Marianna, FL

“The 5^th grade American history students just witnessed the most remarkable program called The World Turned Upside Down.
~ Lake Asbury

“It would be hard to improve upon The World Turned Upside Down: Music and Stories of the American Revolution.  This is a program that truly integrates the arts and curriculum.  Our students and teachers love this program year after year. We are amazed how the students demonstrate that they integrate the material for future use in our New York State Social Studies testing.  Donna and Joy present the American Revolution with energy, enthusiasm and expertise. We have had the program as an enrichment component for our curriculum for six consecutive years!”
~ George M. Davis Elementary, New Rochelle, NY

“This is a history lesson unlike any other.  This engaging and interactive program presents the story of the struggle for freedom and how that struggle continues through the decades.  Students were able to experience a day in the life of a patriot soldier.  This program accomplishes academic instruction with great entertainment!”
~ School Board of Nassau County, FL

“The excitement and student involvement in the Revolutionary War and history in general that was generated by The World Turned Upside Down is immeasurable.  Students cheered, stood at attention, recited facts, and became part of the history that we are studying.  This will be a program long remembered.”
~ Baker School, Baker, FL

“This was the highlight of the year!  As teachers with a combined 70 years experience teaching 8^th grade history, we know what a perfect lesson is. Thanks to Donna and Joy, we were able to deliver the perfect history lesson to all of our American History students.  Each student was able to participate and each came away with something of value.  It was fabulous.”
~ Fort King Middle School

“Fabulous!  The World Turned Upside Down presentation by Donna Wissinger and Joy Myers was astoundingly entertaining and informative.  It captivated both student and adult interest for the entire hour and left the audience with historical knowledge peppered with a flavor of music and a study of words and language common for the times.  Costumes and interactive involvement increased interest.  The wit and humor throughout the presentation was amazing and students “caught” it.  All elements of a superb presentation are addressed!”
~ Graceville Elementary, FL

“Thank you for coming to our school. It was a pleasure to meet you. I liked when you dressed up as Johnny Appleseed. Where did you find all of the flutes? How did you get all of the information? I had an amazing time. It is very nice of you to come to our school.” (Read more letters from Myers Elementary)
~Myers Elementary Student

“The World Turned Upside Down is engaging and entertaining.  Donna and Joy used energy, humor, and a fast pace to make the history come alive.  They involved the students in the “performance” by giving them speaking parts and teaching them military drills.  Students learn about the American Revolution in the 5^th grade curriculum in both music and social studies classes so this tied nicely to things covered this year in both subjects.  Fourth graders will have a head start because of this presentation!”
~ Altha School, FL

“The students were completely enthralled with the performance.  Ms. Wissinger and Ms. Myers presented The World Turned Upside Down with much enthusiasm and expertise.  The students were hardly aware that they were actually learning facts about American history as well as being wonderfully entertained!”
~ Graceville Elementary, FL

“Since we are studying The American Revolution right now, The World Turned Upside Down: Music and Stories of the American Revolution could not have been better. Our students need more of this–they simply don’t get opportunities for social studies lessons like this. This was great!”
~ S. Bryan Jennings Elementary

“It was such an honor to have this presentation of The World Turned Upside Down.  Our students have a better understanding of history now seeing it unfold before their eyes in this program. It was better than a TV documentary!  It’s a great deal of information in a fun experience. Awesome! Besides history, students learned they can keep going and not give up.  Adding foreign languages was great too.”
~ Mcrae Elementary

“We would never consider studying the American Revolution without The World Turned Upside Down!  This is our 9^th year; our younger students look forward to being in the 4^th grade so they can have it!”
~ West Roads School, NY

“The students were very focused and participated with enthusiasm in The World Turned Upside Down.  Our 5th grades are studying the American Revolution right now.  The way the artists related to the students is a WOW!  Superb; this is one of the best presentations we have seen!”
~ Fleming Island Elementary

“During your performance I was watching reactions of students and staff. Our students were mesmerized, and teachers were beaming from ear to ear when the students performed or read. The man who read the ‘King’ part would not have been able to read that aloud several months ago. It was a powerful and empowering moment.”  Read complete letter. ~College of Central Florida, Adult Education Program