Checkers the Inventor School Programs
Checkers the Inventor, creator of the nationally streamed Reading Road Trip series that plays in schools and libraries across the country, brings that same creativity and energy to your school with live assembly programs designed to educate and entertain.
Our series of assembly presentations is built to engage students through an interactive format that goes beyond the traditional classroom. School assemblies are some of the most lasting and impactful memories from a child’s early education, and Checkers makes them unforgettable.
Each of The Academic Experience’s programs is crafted to inspire, motivate, and educate. Whether the focus is on storytelling, science, health, or character-building, students participate in hands-on, exciting content that supports academic and social development.
Students leave excited to learn more, just like they do after watching Reading Road Trip.
Mission to the Moon
Checkers and Snoozer prepare to use STEM concepts to go to the Moon. In this high-energy program, students assist Checkers as he races to prepare Snoozer for his exciting journey through space. Along the way, they learn core principles of science and space, with emphasis on the role these ideas play in everyday life.
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The program features an original space-themed storyline that students can follow and engage in. The format is designed to increase attention, retention, and participation.
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This program includes educational facts, interactive games and challenges, and a live science demonstration. As a bonus, each student receives access to Checkers' online space lab, where they can continue learning through educational games, videos, and more.
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Your students will learn about:
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The importance of STEM learning
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Science experiments and demonstrations
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Creativity
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Space travel
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The principles of science and how they are used in our daily lives
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And much more
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Our new children's book, Checkers and Snoozer: Snoozer's Science Adventure, is a direct tie -in to this program. We donate a copy of Checker’s book to every school booking this Assembly. Students will also have an opportunity to purchase their own copy of the book to take home with them. The book is intended to further develop children's fascination with space, science, and learning.
The Reading Road Trip
Get ready for a literacy journey like no other. In The Reading Road Trip, Checkers takes students on an engaging road trip with multiple "stops" that explore the many benefits of reading. Along the way, students learn how reading can empower them, improve their lives, and open doors to creativity, academic success, and lifelong inspiration.
Checkers shares his personal story of how reading transformed his life — taking him from a curious student to a published author and even to the White House. He also highlights real books that inspired him and made a lasting impact.
Students will discover how reading:
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Teaches us new and exciting things
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Improves creativity and imagination
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Helps us become better students and earn better grades
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Encourages healthy, smart choices
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Brings people together
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Inspired Checkers to become an author himself
As part of this program, Checkers will donate a copy of his book to every school that books this assembly. Students will also have the opportunity to purchase their own copy to take home — a tool to continue their reading journey long after the show ends.
Health Detective
In Health Detective, Checkers the Inventor leads students on an exciting, high-energy investigation into how to live a healthy lifestyle. Through interactive games, demonstrations, and storytelling, students discover how their daily choices impact their overall well-being — and what it takes to build healthy habits that last.
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This program was created and written by Checkers the Inventor in collaboration with Daniel Hamilton, MD, a pediatric resident physician. The show presents medically-informed, age-appropriate content in a fun and engaging format that empowers children to take responsibility for their health.
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Your students will learn about:
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Staying properly hydrated by drinking enough water
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Getting the right amount of sleep
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Understanding “health blockers” that prevent wellness
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Making smart, healthy decisions
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Improving their diet
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Regular physical activity and exercise
Learning Objectives:
Students will understand the importance of nutrition, hydration, rest, and physical activity as part of a healthy lifestyle. They’ll also learn to recognize negative habits — or “health blockers” — and discover how small, positive choices can lead to big results.
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As part of this program, Checkers donates a copy of his upcoming children's book to every school that books this assembly. Students will also have the opportunity to purchase their own copy to take home and continue their learning journey.
Full STEAM Ahead
In Full STEAM Ahead, Checkers the Inventor takes students on a high-energy, personal journey through the world of STEAM — Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics. Unlike a traditional science show, this performance is rooted in Checkers’ real-life experiences as the creator and star of a nationally distributed educational TV series.
Students will discover how Checkers used STEAM skills to bring The Reading Road Trip to life:
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Studying and visiting animals, oceans, and scientists to create authentic educational episodes
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Using 3D printing to design real props and inventions for the show
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Applying engineering to build sets and solve design problems
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Mastering camera tricks, green screen keying, and perspective to create dynamic visuals
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Writing and planning content that requires logic, structure, and creativity
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Full STEAM Ahead! shows students that STEAM is not just something you learn in school — it's a gateway to adventure, creativity, and meaningful work. With energy, humor, and hands-on examples, Checkers motivates students to explore their own passions and imagine how STEAM can shape their future.
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Learning Objectives:
Students will understand how STEAM subjects connect to real-world careers, creative pursuits, and problem-solving in everyday life. They'll leave with a sense of empowerment — recognizing that curiosity and hard work can lead to exciting outcomes in any field.
As part of this program, every school that books Full STEAM Ahead! receives access to follow-up activities, educational materials, and bonus content designed to reinforce key STEAM concepts long after the performance ends.
Snoozer Saves the Day
Snoozer Saves the Day: A Character Education Assembly
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In Snoozer Saves the Day, Checkers the Inventor teams up with his lovable sidekick Snoozer for a high-energy program focused on character education and social-emotional learning. Designed to make a lasting impact, this interactive performance blends comedy, magic, stunts, and science to teach valuable life lessons in a format students will never forget.
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Grounded in the New York State Social Emotional Learning Benchmarks and the widely recognized 6 Pillars of Character, the show offers schools the ability to customize their experience by selecting three key character traits to focus on. Every lesson is brought to life through engaging activities that encourage student participation, reflection, and growth.
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Set in a colorful superhero universe, this program uses storytelling and action to help students connect emotionally with the ideas being presented — showing them that kindness, respect, and self-awareness are heroic traits worth developing.
Your students will learn about:
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Making smart decisions
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Understanding and managing emotions
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Social-emotional learning principles
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The pillars of character
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The value of diversity in feelings and perspectives
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Basic health and nutrition as part of personal responsibility
Learning Objectives:
Students will gain a deeper understanding of character values and how they apply to everyday life, friendships, and self-care. They'll also walk away with tools for handling their emotions, making thoughtful choices, and becoming positive forces in their community.
Spooky Island Safety Show
Spooky Island Safety Show: A Halloween Adventure with Checkers the Inventor
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In this fall-themed performance, Checkers the Inventor finds himself on a mysterious island filled with spooky surprises — and it’s up to the audience to help him face his fears and complete a series of exciting challenges. Along the way, students learn essential tips for staying safe during Halloween.
Spooky Island Safety Show combines Halloween fun with real-world safety education. Through interactive games, theatrical storytelling, and Checkers' signature inventions, students learn how to enjoy Halloween responsibly while laughing and cheering along the way.
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Students will learn about:
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Checking Halloween candy before eating
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Trick-or-treating in groups
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Staying visible and aware in the dark
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Costume safety and street awareness
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General Halloween preparedness
Learning Objectives:
This performance is designed to help students understand and remember the safety basics they need for Halloween night — all wrapped in an entertaining, age-appropriate story they’ll talk about long after the show ends.
Set against a playful, spooky backdrop, this show blends action, comedy, and participation to create the perfect balance of seasonal excitement and educational value.
Checkers' Holiday Spectacular
Holiday Spectacular: A Winter Celebration of Fun, Traditions, and Togetherness
Join Checkers the Inventor for a high-energy holiday adventure filled with music, magic, and meaningful messages! Holiday Spectacular is a live winter-themed performance that celebrates the joy of the season while teaching students about the many different holidays and traditions observed around the world.
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Through interactive games, comedy, stunts, and storytelling, Checkers explores how communities celebrate winter through holidays like Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Diwali, Lunar New Year, and more. The program highlights the values these holidays share — such as kindness, generosity, light, and family — while also showcasing what makes each unique and special.
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What students will experience:
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Holiday-themed comedy, magic, and science demonstrations
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Interactive games and audience participation
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Stories and fun facts about global holiday traditions
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Messages of respect, inclusion, and community spirit
Learning Objectives:
Students will learn about diverse cultural celebrations while having fun and engaging in an inclusive seasonal experience. The show reinforces values like respect for others, curiosity about the world, and the importance of togetherness during the winter season.
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Whether your students celebrate one holiday or many, Holiday Spectacular is designed to create a festive, welcoming atmosphere that honors the richness of different traditions — and inspires joy in everyone.
Extreme Fun
Get ready for an unforgettable experience packed with energy, laughter, and nonstop entertainment! Extreme Fun is Checkers the Inventor’s most action-packed live show — designed to delight students, families, and faculty alike.
This 45-minute performance features audience participation, comedy, magic, juggling, unicycling, and a variety of interactive games that keep everyone fully engaged from start to finish. Whether you’re hosting a school celebration, a community event, or a family fun night, this show is built to be the highlight of your program.
Checkers brings his signature style and custom-made inventions to the stage, creating a one-of-a-kind atmosphere where surprises, laughs, and big reactions are guaranteed.
What’s Included:
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Physical comedy, stunts, and visual spectacle
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Juggling, unicycling, and audience challenges
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Sleight-of-hand magic and humorous routines
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Student and teacher participation opportunities
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Memorable moments and laughter for all ages
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School-wide celebrations
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End-of-year or welcome-back events
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Family nights, PTA events, and festivals
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Any time you need fun, excitement, and lasting memories
Learning Objectives:
While primarily an entertainment-first program, Extreme Fun also encourages creativity, collaboration, and the value of trying new things. The interactive elements build confidence and promote a joyful school culture.
This is the kind of show students will talk about for weeks — and one your staff and families will love just as much.
