Thank you so much for the wonderful dinosaur presentation! The students, parents, and teachers loved it! I can't tell you the number of compliments we have received. Thank you again for making a lasting memory.
-- Program Coordinator

My 4th grade class was very impressed with your Dinosaur presentation. The students have been talking about many of the points that you shared with them last week. I am very proud of my students for the extra interest that they are taking in this topic after your program. We have spent time comparing and contrasting Dinosaurs and other groups of animals. I am enjoying their enthusiasm to the topic along with watching them expand on the information. Thank you for putting together this extraordinary program and sharing it with our school.
-- Teacher

Thank you for bringing in all the really cool dinosaurs, fossils and rocks. It was great to see everything!
-- Student

Thank you and your wife so much for all your help and for your wonderful event. The children and the families really enjoyed it and got excited about learning. (which is of course our goal) I hope you have a safe trip home. Your presentation was fabulous. Thanks so much for all your hard work and for letting me cry on your shoulder when things weren't looking so rosy for the event to happen. I think all the effort was worth it. The kids loved it. We had a wonderful response for an evening event. Thank you again.
-- Program Coordinator

My many thanks for an awesome program you and Janice brought to our school. From the initial contact, organization, checklists & letters, to your setup, presentation, materials, ability to capture the attention of 384 children, your wonderful shoppe--your program was top notch and truly exceptional. Most of all, thanks for both of you being such great people!! Your approach guaranteed the success from the beginning and I cannot say thanks enough.  -- Program Coordinator

I hate to see this day end!  -- Student

This is such a gift you give to children! -- Teacher

I will remember this assembly my whole life. -- Student

This was worthy of my time. -- Student

Super, No Changes, Perfect -- Teacher

I think that this place is da bomb.
I am definitely going to take a lot of pictures tonight -- Student

I really like your presentation. I think history is so fun - especially dinosaurs.
The rocks are awesome! I like everything so I don't have any suggestions -- Student

Kudos to you and your program! Very well organized, informative & interpretive. Perfect blend of material and use. Very age appropriate. -- Teacher

Many students stated it was the best day of their life. -- Teacher

Presentation was the best part. The children hung on every word. Incorporating student volunteers to demonstrate was great. This was the first event where I was not frazzled at anytime. Thanks for keeping me sane. -- Parent Involvement Coordinator

Dan did a great job to be on level with the kids at all ages. Loved the organization of the shop. You all did great and make a good team! -- PTA President

The speaker was at their level & the material was excellent. -- Teacher

Brings museum atmosphere to those who may not get that exposure at home!-- Teacher

I thought the program was excellent. It was great to see 9 classes of 4th, 5th & 6th graders completely spellbound. I was fascinated myself (being the mom of 2 boys - older now- dinosaurs were a big part of my life for quite a while!) -- Teacher

As the music teacher, I did not have a regular class that I discussed the program with. I did, however, get to accompany 1st graders to the assembly. I was very impressed with the respect the presenter gave to the children regarding the validity of their comments and questions. He made them feel important. -- Teacher

The presentation was very informative and also very age appropriate. From the biggest to the smallest, everyone was excited about learning about dinosaurs. -- Principal

Big variety of replicas. Teachers able to utilize videos & books from your 'library'. Brought about a lot of conversation between students & parents / students & teachers The best part it was fun!-- PTO President

Our students were very interested in the displays. Our students remained attentive during the entire presentation -- Principal

The exhibit is wonderful and educational. Very knowledgeable presenters. Very organized. We enjoyed the experience and will do again in a few years. -- Principal

To me, first impressions count with something like this, I'm sure you heard many "Ooohs" as the students came in and saw the dinosaurs. The display was wonderful. The interaction you had with the students was great, they always like to be called upon to assist. Your 'sound tube' was a hit, I'm sure many dinosaurs could be heard around Irvington that night! You brought something very special to our children that day - something they will never forget. -- PTA

The Dino Discovery program was definitely an exciting, educational program and exhibit presented very professionally. I think the children were very interested in learning and seeing the dinosaur replicas. The hands on table and the rock & fossil shop were a very big hit. It was very satisfying to see such a wonderful turnout from the families. -- Home and School Association

It was great! Wonderful narrative and exhibit. Very interesting to students.
Kids were well behaved -- Principal

This is a first class educational exhibit -- Parent

Fabulous and interesting things to look at & read about all through the exhibit. -- PTA

It is very educational. Keeps their interest. All ages have enthusiasm about dinosaurs. You kept good control of the kids. Non-verbally, you communicated to them that this was a calm learning environment & they respected that -- PTO

You communicate well all the details needed to have a successful day. You and Janice were both very helpful & cooperative - beyond the call of duty. All your visuals were big and presented well. Displays were child friendly. Participation by youth during opening was good. Store items not extreme in price.
Wonderful for children. -- Librarian

The exhibit was awesome! Dan was very well prepared - the presentations were on the mark for both age groups. You provided a tremendous experience that many of our students would not get otherwise. Every teacher I have talked to was very impressed with the quality of your program. Parents have also been enthusiastic after touring the displays with their children. Good parent - community involvement. -- Teacher

The exhibit is amazing! You do a great job of relating to the students! Thank you for being so organized. I was really impressed with that! Super Program! I got many compliments! Thanks again for everything! -- Teacher

Extremely organized, Great exhibits, Strong student interest in subject, Very nice people to work with. Thanks again for coming to our school! -- Principal

This was the best money we have spent in my 2 years as PTA President. The students were very interested & everything flowed smoothly. -- PTA

The entire presentation was exceptional. Students & staff were captivated from the beginning to the end. It was amazing to listen to students share with family and friends during the evening event the knowledge they had learned during the natural science program and the tours of the exhibit throughout the school day. The positive feedback has been overwhelming! -- Principal

Thank you for sharing such a wonderful assembly and exhibit with our kids yesterday. I truly feel that every child went home with wide eyes and a lot of interesting stories to share with their families. -- Home and School Association

I want to sincerely thank you for bringing Dino Discovery to our school. What a wonderful learning opportunity for our students! They are still raving about it! -- Principal

Just wanted to tell you how much our whole school appreciated your Dino Discovery. I asked each class today what they liked the best and of course T Rex was the popular choice but amber was mentioned and the other dinos. The way your exhibits are set up plus the assembly has educational value beyond compare. You were a screaming success! -- Teacher

Everything about the program was wonderful! The program was well organized, the presenters were very interesting and knowledgeable. I heard nothing but positive comments from parents as well as students. Thank you for a Super Program! -- Teacher

The presentation of the materials was very inviting and made you feel a part of the time period. The decorations were magnificent. I liked the chance to show a video or read a book before going through the "walk-through". -- Teacher

We were thrilled to have you at our school. The students are still talking about it. Thank you so much for providing them with extra motivation. Every bit helps. Well Done! -- Principal

I had students thanking me in the hallway - they really enjoyed it. Teachers and parents were very impressed. Your interaction with the students is a big strength. You relate stories and information well. The children were captivated. The exhibit itself is breathtaking for children as well as adults. The store is set up well especially with the pricing. It is easy for children to total themselves. It was a great program! -- PTO

There were no complaints from anyone! -- Booster Club

I have been in education for twenty five years. Fifteen as a teacher and ten as a principal. This is the best educational program for young minds I have seen. -- Principal

Rave Reviews! One father said he has "never seen anything like this." A teacher stopped me in the hall to tell me it was worth the time and well worth the money the PTA spent. My son spent the night with the fossil shark tooth he purchased from the Rock & Fossil Shoppe and says he is now sure he will be a paleontologist when he grows up. He just hopes all those guys won't have all the fossils dug up before I say he can leave home. -- PTA

Your presentation was geared to each group. You kept their utmost attention! Exhibit was exquisite! wonderfully labeled - great information. The organization was perfect. Thanks! Thanks! Thanks! This experience will last a lifetime! -- Teacher

It is a wonderful in-house exhibit! -- Principal

We loved not having to set up or take down. We loved your promptness. Well set up, well prepared, well organized, well presented. All around excellent EDUTAINMENT.-- PTA

Dino Discovery taught us a lot about dinosaurs. It told us about how they found a mastodon. I liked the fossil shop. I got a raptor claw, six shark teeth, and then I went home. -- Student

At Dino Discovery I like what they did. It was the neatest thing in the world. I was always asking questions. My mom didn't like me to ask questions. My favorite parts were the fossils. -- Student

It was very special. Thanks! -- Teacher

You were very generous and very much an inspiration. Thanks for helping light the fires of intellect. We had a great write up in the local paper and a great front cover photo. -- PTA

The exhibit was everything it was advertised to be! -- Principal

Your rapport with the students & teachers was great. You took time to answer questions and to make us feel like you were having a good time, too. We also appreciate your concern for our feelings and time schedule.-- Principal

Your Dino Discovery was excellent. Well worth any costs it took to bring it into the school. The children and teachers raved about it for literally days afterward. Not only were the displays beautiful and intriguing, but your verbal explanations and conversations were simple and understandable. We look forward to having you return to our school soon. -- PTSO

Information was curriculum friendly and aligned. -- Principal

The program provided a wonderful "jumping off" opportunity for teachers to expand and develop. -- Teacher

Excellent rapport with kids. -- Principal

Thank you for putting together such an outstanding exhibit for children.-- Principal

This was the best day of my life! -- Student

Truly educational - not just all the glitzy stuff! -- PTA

You brought something to our children that they would not normally experience in their lifetime. It was my first and I am 43! -- Parent

Fantastic exhibit - wish there was more time! -- Teacher

Speaker kept students' attention at all times. He also pointed out various parts of the display while he spoke. This helped the students understanding when they were able to tour the displays. -- Teacher

The best assembly I have seen. Great visuals, nice variety, wonderful exhibit. -- Teacher

The exhibit is beautiful. -- Principal

Very organized - large group discussion was excellent. Small group time was added experience. Very stimulating for children. So life-like. -- Teacher

The display was outstanding! A lot of high interest information was given to the students. It was great to have time for the students to go to the display where they could see everything up close. The students loved shopping! -- Teacher

The program was very interesting. I like how the children were able to view the exhibit individually with their class. -- Teacher

Materials displayed and explained very well. Very appealing to students and parents. Video tapes grade appropriate and a nice addition to the program. Presenters were a pleasure to work with! Information package: letters, flyers, etc. well prepared and attractive. Easy to copy and send home! -- Teacher

Cool store stuff! -- Student

Perfect day! -- Principal

The news coverage was a big positive for our school district. Good Job! -- Teacher

At one point, I got into a very engaging conversation with the presenter. We talked about many of the ideas and theories of the extinctions past, present and possibly future. It was very enjoyable and mind challenging for me to converse with him. I like that every once in a while. Thanks for giving me and my family that experience -- Middle School Science Teacher

First grade thought the dinosaurs were great. Cool, awesome, wonderful were some of the words they used. Several mentioned that their parents were also impressed. -- Teacher

I thought it was wonderful. Mr. Stone was a very good speaker that could relate to all the ages of our students, I thought. And the display was excellent. -- Teacher

As the children went through the exhibit, I was amazed by their interest in the display. Many of them had questions they asked the presenters. As the children went through the demonstration, the teachers were able to relate to the classroom discussions they had concerning dinosaurs and prehistoric times. -- Principal

Dino Discovery is an excellent exhibit of prehistoric times and allows children to put themselves along side the dinosaurs that once roamed this country. It will have a lasting effect on the memories of the children.-- Principal

I cannot say enough how pleasantly surprised we were with your exhibit. Our kids and parents are still talking about it! -- PTA

Getting the children involved in the presentation, having objects available for the children to touch, different ways of teaching the children. Providing resource materials for the teachers. Presentation not too long - not too short. The children loved it! -- PTO

As a principal, I would highly recommend the Dino Discovery Program to any school. I know from talking to my staff and parents who attended the evening session that they were able to have a better understanding of this era's affect on history. My grandson, had an opportunity to touch and feel the texture of the exhibits and to hear about amazing things that took place long ago. -- Principal

I would recommend your program. You make distinctions between fact, fiction and theory and are knowledgeable of your subject.-- Principal

Everyone really felt your presentation was educational & worthwhile.--Principal

Great explanation & visuals. Excellent discussion. I was a little surprised by the high level of interest in my 8th graders.-- Teacher

The kids enjoyed the video of the "dig". They enjoyed the speaker - said they learned a lot. They loved the "Burning Tree Mastodon". I liked how he didn't "talk down" to them. Treated them like they were intelligent and already had knowledge about the dinosaurs.--Teacher

Excellent visuals. Very knowledgeable. Great variety! Not just dinosaurs but other animals too. Good background of earth's conditions. Things moved along well - kids did not get restless. I learned a lot too. --Teacher


Students were very involved in the discussion. Several items were passed around for hands on involvement which increased interest. Presenter was very knowledgeable on the subject of dinosaurs.--Teacher

Wonderful, interesting, spoken and visual presentation. --Teacher

It is like you brought a museum to our school.--Parent

Wonderful exhibit! (believable figures) We just finished 2 chapters on this material. The students all knew exactly what he was talking about. Reinforced what I taught! (concrete material) Please come back! In my opinion, all Elementary thru High Schools should see.--Teacher

Dear Mr. Stone:
"I would like to thank you for the excellent presentation you provided for our students yesterday! Dino Discovery was very well received and exciting for all of our students in grades Pre-K through 8. Today the students are excitedly talking about what they saw and learned at your presentation. At lunch recess yesterday we had several "archeologists" digging in the sand on our playground who are convinced that they found "Sharp Tooth" remains. This is what makes it all worthwhile!

I appreciate your flexibility in how the day was scheduled and your ability to present the material at the level of the students no matter what age. You have brought to life material they have seen in textbooks and unlocked their imaginations regarding dinosaurs!

Once again thank you for providing us with a high quality, exciting and educational activity. I highly recommend your program to any other school who may be considering presenting it to their student body."

Sincerely,
Principal
Illinois

Dear Mr. Stone:
Thanks so much for the wonderful dinosaur presentation. Our students were
thrilled with the exciting displays, videos, and books. The teachers were
quite impressed with the quality of the program. It was educational and
motivating.

Thanks again!
Principal
Illinois

To Whom it May Concern:
On October 12 & 13, 1998, we were fortunate to host Stone Enterprises and their Dino Discovery Exhibit in our primary, intermediate and middle school. I had the additional privilege of meeting Mr. Stone and his wife on the Sunday before their presentation to our students. Both Mr. Stone and his wife worked several hours setting up the dinosaur exhibit. Watching our students as they entered the gym for the assemblies was a delight. Exclamations of ooh, wow, oh neat, hey look a that, were repeated over and over throughout the day. An evening open house allowed students to return with their parents and share the knowledge that they had learned about dinosaurs. Mr. Stone's knowledge about dinosaurs is phenomenal. Students K-8 were interested in each of the facts Mr. Stone shared. Watching the exhibit come alive with his stories and facts was a highlight of our first quarter of school. We have received numerous positive comments from parents and students about the dinosaur exhibit and the opportunity that students had to learn about this historical era. I still hear comments today about the dinosaurs that came to Cuba, Missouri! This presentation is well worth your time and money!!

Sincerely,
Intermediate Principal
Missouri

Dino Discovery - Evaluation

Weaknesses: In all honesty, I cannot think of a weakness. The display was well arranged, presentations were great and all went as smooth as it could.

Strengths: There are so many strengths to this offering it is difficult to select which to include. Dino Discovery is offered by two former teachers who obviously love working with children and are excellent at it. They are patient, tolerant, understanding and open. They have a topic that is of utmost interest to school-aged children and present it in such away that the children can truly enjoy it. They succeed in providing a participative opportunity with as much hands-on as is possible. It is one of, if not the best, assemblies I have seen. It is entertaining, educational, exciting and
motivating.

Recommendations: Book it! Do not hesitate, it is worth every penny of the fee. They are so cooperative and accommodating.

Principal
Iowa