Michael Glenn Monroe - School Presentations

School Presentations



Award Winning Artist and Children's Book Illustrator Michael Glenn Monroe will visit your School! Recently selected to illustrate the 2007 Holiday book for the White House and to paint the personal Christmas Bulb for President and Mrs. Bush. Michael Monroe has won many state and national awards for his artwork, including the Michigan Duck Stamp and Michigan Wildlife Artist of the Year. He was chosen to paint the Easter Egg of Michigan which was displayed at the White House in 2002. His book, "A Wish to be a Christmas tree", was read by Katie Couric on the Today Show and by Mitch Albom for PBS. His best selling book, M is for Mitten, a Michigan Alphabet ", remains one of the top selling educational books in the state. "A is for Ark" was named Best Children's Book of 2005 by Writer's Notes Magazine. In all Michael has illustrated 13 books with another 2 on the way. Michael gives an exciting presentation to students of all ages. He specializes in K through 5. He shares with them his experiences as a beginning artist at the age of 10, to the professional artist and illustrator that he is today. He has an extraordinary video that shows the students his studio, some of his research methods, and some of the techniques that he uses when painting. He completes his presentation by leading them through a detailed drawing exercise that shows the kids that they can draw better than they thought they could. Through his presentation Michael hopes to show kids that you should follow your dreams, because he is proof that they can actually come true. Fees Fees are $2.00 per child. A $350 minimum needed to book a visit. We look forward to helping you plan a visit that fits your school and your budget. There is a $200.00 non-refundable deposit required to confirm a presentation date. Due to the high cost of gasoline a $50.00 travel fee will be assessed for schools more than 50 miles from Brighton, schools farther than 50 miles will be assessed a .45 per mile fee. Call or email today to schedule your visit today! 810-227-0439 or 810-923-1220 Email us at info@michaelglennmonroe.com, or click here to use our "Contact Us" form. Please feel free to contact us with any questions so that we can plan a visit that will be as fun as possible!

School Visit Testimonials
"It was a pleasure dealing with both you and your husband. Mr. Monroe's assembly was a big hit with the students and with the staff. The kids are still talking about it! I would certainly recommend you both to any group"

Bonnie Hurzog, Sutton Elementary

"I can't tell you what an impact your visit had on our students. They are still talking about it. I can't thank you enough for the enthusiasm you bestowed on our Douglas family."
Patty Marchel, Principal, Douglas Elementary

"I wanted you to know what an impact you made on our students at Maumee Valley Country Day School. Not only did the students come to draw after school, but also went home drawing turtles and other animals. Teachers stopped me in the halls to tell me that they thought you were the best Author/Illustrator I'd had visit the school since I've been the librarian. You did a terrific job with the children, from the youngest pre-schooler to the oldest middle school student. Many of us feel we have no talent to draw, so when someone like you makes us feel that there are possibilities it is thrilling."
Phyllis Quick, Librarian, Maumee Valley Country Day School

"Thank you once again for a wonderful presentation to our Kindergarteners. We feel fortunate to have such a talented and passionate artist as part of our cultural enrichment series here at Miller Early Childhood Center.

I have been a teacher in this school for 16 years and your annual program is one of the most anticipated and enjoyed by the children.....Your presentation is by far one fo themost developmentally appropriate ones we have at Miller.....We look forward to your return next year and wish you the best in your artistic career."

Jeanne Blazo, Kindergarten Teacher

Miller Early Childhood Center

Mike Monroe has been a part of Miller Early Childhood's Cultural Enrichment programs for onver 10 years. Mike's expertise in drawing animals has fascinated our children with such enthusiasm that many of our young children have become quite the artists.

Mike has a warm, quiet and gentle way of demonstrating to the various classes how anyone can draw by just taking the time to observe and appreciate nature. The great [out]doors is brought into the classroom with this artistic talent. If nothing else, Mike teaches our children to have a genuine respect for nature and its beauty.

Mike is a true asset to any classroom program. It is truly a shame that he cannot be part of the science and art program for all children in the state of Michigan. He is a gift to the children of Michigan."

Kay Nichols, Principal

Miller Early Childhood Center

"WOW! What a presentation!

Thank you for taking the time to visit Maconce Elementary School. Your presentation was very creative and captured the interest of the children. Students and Staff alike enjoyed your artwork and your motivational demonstration. Sharing of your time and talent was inspirational to us all. Thanks again for sharing with us."

Mrs. Carol Selby

Francois Maconce Elementary