Kevin Kammeraad, Author/Illustrator/Entertainer
3148 Plainfield N.E., P.M.B. 248
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
phone: 616 364-5870 (or) 1-877-9TOMATO
fax 616 364-5871
email: info@tomatocollection.com
website: www.tomatocollection.com

Books
I Remember… (Cooperfly Books, 2001), a book of poetry based on childhood memories. Ages 8 and up.
The Tomato Collection (Cooperfly Books, 1999), a poetry/picture book. All ages.

Music CDs
The Tomato Collection: The Big Album (Cooperfly Books, 2000), features all the poetry of The Tomato Collection as songs. Kevin was the producer of this album and one of the 50+ musicians. All ages.
Tis the Season: Holiday Songs for the Child in All of Us (Melody House, Inc., 2001) Music by Fred Koch. Illustrated by Kevin. All ages.
A Little Play Music (Grand Rapids Children's Museum, 2002). This album features various artists from West Michigan. Kevin produced and co-wrote one of the songs. Ages 0 - 7.

Programs for Kindergarten to Adult
Schools: Grades K - 6.
Library, Conferences, Bookstores: All ages.

Program Description
Schools, Libraries, and Bookstores:
During each show, Kevin has fun with puppetry, music, creative writing, and art. He encourages and motivates his audience in writing and drawing simply by having fun and through sharing the process of how he created his books and music. So everyone can easily hear and enjoy the show, Kevin brings and sets up his own sound system. With every presentation, Kevin brings many visual aids and simply has a good time. Check out www.tomatocollection.com for more information. Note: Kevin and his wife Stephanie generally travel together. Ask about the various options that Stephanie, certified in Special Education, can offer in addition to Kevin's show.

Conferences: Kevin shares information on how he made his books and CD as well as demonstrates what he does in the schools. In addition, Kevin and Stephanie show various ways to integrate the books and music into the classroom. (Stephanie made the activity guides for both books.)

Group Size: 100 - 300 per presentation.

Fees: Please visit www.tomatocollection.com to download the Information Packet. Included in this packet are all the details and current rates.

All shows include a Resource Package.

Speaker Availability: Full Year.

Information Packet available.
Activity Guides available.

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