Increasingly, people are beginning to understand the need to protect our fragile earth. Awareness and education are our best investments in preserving the living world around us. But to do this, we need to spark curiosity and foster respect to get us thinking about our role in the environment.
Julie Allen has been opening eyes and inspiring minds to the wildlife wonders around us for a long time. Her programs inform and inspire, enliven and empower, and deliver important messages disguised as fun and interactive entertainment. Her goal is to increase our awareness, our knowledge and the value we place on our living planet.
Programs are designed to help young children better understand and appreciate the world around them. Older children begin to see the links between their values, everyday choices and global ecosystems. Adults are prompted to ask the questions "Why should I care?" and "What can I do?" and are encouraged to participate in activities that will allow them to become better stewards of the environment.
"In the end we will conserve only what we love. We will love only what we know. And we will know only what we are taught." - Baba Diom
Thank you for the magnificent critter presentation. As a principal and parent, this was the best awareness and preservation program I ever saw for children. We loved your magical surprises from the treefrog, bearded dragon, hedgehog, box turtle, hissing cockroaches, snake and parrot. The kids were mesmerized as well as the adults. You brought knowledge, enthusiasm, wit, charm and laughter to our house. (I never knew a snake has no ears). You captured everyone's curiosity and you were the highlight of our party. Also, thank you for teaching us sign language. After you left, you and your critter friends were still excitedly "buzzing" (talking) around my house. The photos of each of our children with their favorite (critter) hangs proudly in their bedroom. Thank you, again, for making it so much fun!
- Norm (parent, principal)
We just couldn't tell you enough how wonderful we think you are! You make our kids' birthdays extra special with your animals, but mostly with your passion and enthusiasm for them. Thank you for coming to our home and brightening our lives for a couple of hours. We have learned so much from you and have a deep respect for what you do. Thank you! Thank you!
- Monica (parent)