Inspire Teachers. Engage Students. Transform Classrooms.
A New Book & Live Workshop for Elementary School Staff Development
Looking for an engaging professional development workshop to reignite your elementary teachers’ creativity and passion? Our new book, TEACH LIKE A STAR, and its companion Staff Development Workshop are designed to do just that — with real stories, simple strategies, and practical tools teachers can start using right away to better engage their students.
Whether you’re a principal, superintendent, or a teacher looking to grow, these resources are built for the elementary school classroom — and the educators who make it shine.
About the Book: TEACH LIKE A STAR
TEACH LIKE A STAR helps teachers communicate more effectively, improve classroom climate, and bring more engagement to their lessons.
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It’s especially helpful for early-career educators — but refreshing and encouraging for veterans too.
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Funny, relatable, and filled with classroom-ready ideas, this book is perfect for individual teachers or full staff book studies.
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Available in print, ebook, or audiobook. listen to a sample
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Release Date: August 1, 2025
“Oh, I wish I would have had help like this 30+ years ago!
I feel this book will be a useful tool for all teachers.”
— Peggy Canale, School Principal, Zenia, Calif.
Professional Development Workshop: Teach Like a Star — Live!
Based on the book, this fun, high-energy workshop equips teachers with performance-based techniques to better engage, connect, and communicate with their students. Through stories, demonstrations, and interactive moments, your staff will learn how to bring more presence, clarity, and creativity to their everyday teaching.
Led by veteran school assembly presenters and educators Mark Beckwith and Obediah Thomas, this live session will leave your staff laughing, reflecting, and ready to try new things the next day.
Perfect for: Staff development days, district PD events, or back-to-school kickoffs.
Professional Development Workshop Pricing
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One-Hour Teacher Workshop (Single School): $1,800
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30-Minute Districtwide Keynote: $2,200
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One-Hour Workshop (Districtwide Event): $2,900
(Add $850 for each additional hour)
An additional travel fee applies for locations more than 150 miles from Woodland Hills, CA.
Each teacher will receive a complimentary copy of the book Teach Like a Star.