The Colors of Kindness is more than just a magic show – it’s a powerful tool that will teach your children valuable life lessons. Through a fun and engaging color-themed performance, your children will learn about good self-esteem, anti-bullying, and tolerance. The show starts with an introduction to the book “RED: A Crayon’s Story,” which will inspire a magical object lesson and show your children that they are special just the way they are. The red crayon puppet will have your children laughing out loud, while the slapstick broken crayon routine will help them learn how to respond to bullies. The show also includes a fantastic magic trick that will get the entire audience involved And, the last magic trick is based on the book “The Crayon Box That Talked,” which will teach your children an essential lesson on tolerance. Give your children the gift of learning and fun with The Colors of Kindness.
How The Colors of Kindness Supports STAAR Success
Reading Comprehension & Literary Connections
The show anchors itself in children’s literature (RED: A Crayon’s Story and The Crayon Box That Talked).
STAAR Reading assessments emphasize theme, character development, author’s purpose, and inference.
By dramatizing these books, students practice identifying themes (identity, tolerance) and connecting text to real-life lessons — exactly the kind of higher-order thinking STAAR measures.
Critical Thinking & Problem-Solving
The slapstick broken crayon routine isn’t just comedy — it models cause-and-effect and problem-solving responses to conflict.
STAAR questions often ask students to analyze how characters respond to challenges. Watching this routine gives them a concrete, memorable example.
Vocabulary & Language Development
Color-themed routines and puppetry introduce symbolism and figurative language in a playful way.
STAAR Reading requires students to interpret figurative meaning, tone, and context clues. The show builds familiarity with these abstract concepts through humor and visuals.
Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) → Academic Performance
Self-esteem, anti-bullying, and tolerance directly impact classroom focus and test confidence.
Students who feel safe and valued are more likely to engage with reading passages and persist through challenging questions.
STAAR isn’t just about knowledge — it’s about stamina, resilience, and mindset, all of which SEL strengthens.
Audience Participation = Active Learning
The interactive magic trick engages the whole audience, reinforcing listening skills, following directions, and collaborative learning.
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