readings

The Milkshake Man is the picture book edition of Greg's story. It is geared toward Kindergarten to 4th grade reading levels (and kids at heart). It highlights themes like kindness, volunteerism, philanthropy, inclusion, work ethic, education, grandparents, mentoring & perseverance. One Lunch is the companion workbook. It contains over 200 questions, activities & projects for readers to answer & consider (and provides space for them to write answers & reflections). To see front & back covers, click here . SCROLL DOWN

Greg has done readings of The Milkshake Man around the U.S. The groups have included kids between Kindergarten & 4th grade (i.e. at camps, nonprofits, libraries & schools), adult learners (i.e. ESL program), kids at heart (i.e. senior communities) & intergenerational audiences (i.e. grandparents and grandchildren). Following readings, Greg has done Q&A's with the audience. In many cases, after readings, attendees have done art activities & service projects based on the story. In some cases, given the story's title & theme, organizers have surprised the audience with milkshakes.

Ms. Fish, Head of School, Walnut Park Montessori School (now Executive Director, Sandbox Children's Museum), after a reading for kids: "[The Milkshake Man is] an inspiring example of a child's ability to imagine a better world and then bring that idea to life... The lesson of kindness was right in line with our core values... Our [students]... demonstrated through follow-up work in the classroom all the ways they could make a positive difference in others' lives..."

Ms. Belogorsky, Community Engagement Librarian, Skokie Public Library, after a reading for adult learners: "... After [the] reading, [Greg & our students] had a... long [Q&A] conversation... He adapted [his approach since he was reading the picture book to adult learners - some of whom are very educated in their native countries - instead of reading to children]... A real gift to our ESL Conversation class."

Jane H, after a reading for an intergenerational audience: "The Milkshake Man's message is strong & positive, supporting values of inclusivity, hard work, generosity & perseverance. We watched the main character access the wisdom of trusted loved ones, use creative tools to build community & opportunity, and work actively to make the world a better place. The illustrations' clarity support the text beautifully. These messages & images communicate timeless values we can all continue to aspire to. The age range in the room today stretched from a 1st grader -to - people in their upper 90’s. I feel like we all took something away from the process..."

See below for a photo gallery from Readings.

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