"I was captivated, much as my class was, from beginning to end."

Christina Riccelli, Alice Gustafson Elementary School

"Very inspirational and encouraging."

Jeanne Laird, Central Park School

"Engaging, fun, interesting, and funny!"

Rita Federman, Stone Scholastic Academy

"It was phenomenal! Tom did an excellent job of talking with the kids. They were so engaged!"

Jen Prendergast, Canterbury School

"The presentation was age appropriate, interesting, and engaging. It covered exactly what the students wanted to learn, and they were just mesmerized!"

Kathryn Glavin, Walnut Trails Elementary

"Great! Very well planned and executed. You are great with kids."

Kathleen Butler, Friends of Glenview Public Library

"The students were entertained and inspired."

Laurel Gustafson, Robert Crown Elementary School

"I was impressed by the way you held the students' attention. Your style is commanding, yet approachable."

Barbara Carson, Wauconda Grade School

"Separate from the presentation, I would like to let you know that the workshop you gave to my 5th grade students had a terrific impact. One of my more reluctant writers came back glowing and excited about what he had learned. The whole group did a mini presentation to my class and it appeared as though they had rehearsed it - it flowed so naturally and they were so enthusiastic!"

Sandra Smith, Alice Gustafson Elementary School

"Tom spoke to all 200 of our students as part of our weekly Friday Forum Series. Several students said it was the best presentation of the year. One faculty member said it was the best presentation we've ever had."

Peter Coughter, Professor, Virginia Commonwealth University Brandcenter