Professor Marvel's Amazing Archeological Adventure

Project Details by Fiscal Year
2013 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$850
Fund Source
Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund
Recipient Type
Libraries
Status
Completed
Start Date
April 2013
End Date
July 2013
Activity Type
Education/Outreach/Engagement
Counties Affected
Jackson
Jackson
Project Overview
The Amazing Archeological Adventure sets the stage for an epic quest; a quest where kids learn that every time they open a book they become part of an amazing adventure. Adventures where they can explore remarkable worlds, meet outrageous characters, and learn how to do extraordinary things.
Legal Citation / Subdivision
Laws of Minnesota for 2011 Chapter 6, Article 4, Subdivision 4
2013 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$850
Direct expenses
$850
Administration costs
$21
Number of full time equivalents funded
0.0094
Proposed Measurable Outcome(s)

"Professor Marvel's Amazing Archeological Adventure is a fully themed show featuring a colorful backdrop, special costumes, interactive theatre (with lots of audience particpation), storytelling, comedy, and magic aimed at helping kids discover the rewards found within pages of a book. After all, inspiring books deserve an inspiring show. Like all of the themed reading shows Professor Marvel's Amazing Archeological Adventure focuses on books and literacy. Librarians love the shows because they pack a powerful message that motivates kids to read. Kids love the shows because they are just plain fun! Kids discover a love for reading, magic and an appreciation for interactive theatre and storytelling.

Measurable Outcome(s)

Through interactive theatre and storytelling, children discovered a love for reading, magic, and theatrical performance. Reactions to the performance-- "Amazing show. I'm so happy my children got the opportunity to see this great program." "We are so fortunate to be able to have such great programs at our library. The kids are always excited to attend." "I love to come to the library and see the funny programs. Then I get to check out new books."

Project Manager
First Name
Mark
Last Name
Ranum
Organization Name
Plum Creek Library System
Street Address
290 S. Lake Street, P.O. Box 697
City
Worthington
State
MN
Zip Code
56187
Phone
(507)376-5803
Email
mranum@plumcreeklibrary.net
Administered By
Administered by
Location

1500 Highway 36 West
Roseville, MN 55113-4266

Phone
651-582-8200