Transforming School Assemblies Into Lasting Character Experiences.
An interactive, deeply engaging storytelling program designed for Pre-K to 5th-grade students. We combine award-winning literature with actionable lessons on literacy, personal resilience, and unique potential—fully aligned with state character education standards.
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Schools Worldwide
Trusted by international and public schools across Europe, Asia, and Africa.
Kids Inspired
High-engagement events that keep students laughing, thinking, and participating.
Award-Winning Literature
Based on „Theo Thede“ – Top 3 Finalist for the Children’s Book Prize.
Equipping Students with a Mindset for Life
Our events shift standard school gatherings into dynamic personal development sessions. Through live participation and captivating visual media, students don’t just listen—they actively practice core life skills that elevate the entire school culture.
✓ Unlocking Personal Potential & Identity We guide students to map out their unique strengths and celebrate individual character. This builds deep inner confidence, helping them navigate everyday peer pressure and stay true to their personal values.
✓ The Mechanics of Goal Visualization Students discover the practical power of mental mapping. We teach them how to define personal aspirations, visualize upcoming success, and build the inner courage needed to take the first step toward their dreams.
✓ Building Unshakable Grit
Achieving big goals requires a breakthrough mindset. This pillar gives students the tools to handle everyday setbacks, reframe failures as learning opportunities, and maintain focus when a task gets tough.
✓ Turnkey Academic Extensions
The momentum generated during the live event naturally carries over into the classroom. We provide comprehensive follow-up workbooks that ignite independent reading habits and give teachers a ready-to-use curriculum extension.
THEO THEDE
Eine Geschichte über die einzigartigen Träume und Talente in jedem von uns
Jeder von uns kommt auf die Erde mit einem Traum und den nötigen Talenten dazu, diesen zu verwirklichen.
Entdecke mit Theo Thede,
wer du bist und was in dir steckt.
Geeignet für die 1. bis 4. Schulstufe
(Ideal für die 3. und 4. Schulstufe in Kombination mit dem Buch „Der Karottenbaum – Conny Ponys Abenteuer“ für die 1. und 2. Schulstufe)
„EIN PLATZ WARTET AUF DICH, DEN NUR DU ALLEIN FÜLLEN KANNST.
ES GIBT FÜR DICH ETWAS ZU TUN, DAS KEIN ANDERER TUN KANN.“
Theo ist verzweifelt. Alle seine Freunde haben besondere Talente und Fähigkeiten. Sogar seine beste Freundin Emmi hat schon einen großen Lebenstraum. Theo jedoch träumt nur von Mama Wombats herrlich duftenden Mittagessen. Er fühlt sich, als hätte sein Leben weder Sinn noch Ziel.
Eines Tages läutet es an der Tür. Die inspirierenden Fragen und Botschaften des Besuchers machen Theo Mut und lassen ihn wieder aufblühen. Mit der Frage im Gepäck „Warum bin ich auf dieser Erde?“ begibt er sich auf eine abenteuerliche Reise.
Eine wunderbare Geschichte, die dir helfen wird, deine Begabungen zu erforschen und deiner Berufung näher zu kommen.
Conny Pony’s Abenteuer
Der Karottenbaum
Geeignet für die 1. und 2. Schulstufe
(Ideal in Kombination mit dem Buch „Theo Thede“ für die 3. und 4. Schulstufe)
MEET THE FOUNDER & AUTHOR
Born in Austria, Martin Hahn is a published children’s book author and international speaker who currently lives with his family in Buea, Cameroon.
As a Top 3 Finalist for the prestigious Children’s Book Prize, Martin connects with young audiences through the quiet power of deeply engaging, authentic, and heart-led storytelling.
Martin discovered his true calling while volunteering in West Africa, which led to the creation of his non-profit organization, „Happy Kids Africa.“ Driven by a vision to help children unlock their unique potential, Martin and his global supporters built the Happy Kids Academy in Cameroon in 2018—a heart-centered school dedicated to educating orphans and underprivileged youth.
During the workshop, Martin takes students on a brief, eye-opening journey to his school project in Cameroon. By sharing authentic glimpses into the daily lives of their peers across the ocean, he bridges cultures, inspires deep empathy, and expands your students‘ global perspective.
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🏆 Award-Winning Literature: Top 3 Finalist for the Children’s Book Prize, ensuring high-quality narrative depth.
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🌍 A Real-World Global Bridge: An Austrian author living in Cameroon, bringing firsthand international experiences and global awareness straight to your campus.
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🤝 Captivating & Grounded Presence: Expertly trained to command a room of Pre-K to 5th-grade students through meaningful connection and mutual respect.
Die Happy Kids-Lesung fördert die positive Persönlichkeitsentwicklung, stärkt das Selbstbewusstsein und vermittelt werteorientierte Impulse, die Kinder im schulischen und persönlichen Alltag erleben können.
Die Lesung hilft, erste Samen für die Zukunft zu säen: Kinder entdecken spielerisch ihre Talente, ihre Träume und bekommen Mut, an sich zu glauben. Diese Erfahrungen können in den kommenden Jahren weiterwachsen und sie Schritt für Schritt auf ihrem Lebensweg begleiten.
So wird die Lesung zu einem pädagogisch wertvollen Erlebnis, das Kinder inspiriert und der Schule dabei hilft, ganzheitliche Bildung zu fördern – weit über das reine Vermitteln von Wissen hinaus.
Bei der Happy Kids Lesung
- … werden Kinder aktiv einbezogen – mit Fragen, Bildern, Geräuschen und kleinen Mitmach-Übungen.
- … geht es um Selbstwert, Talente und Träume, die jedes Kind in sich trägt.
- … entsteht ein Erlebnis, das nachwirkt – mit dem Theo-Thede-Workbook können die Inhalte auch nach der Lesung im Unterricht weiter vertieft werden.
Was eine Happy Kids-Lesung NICHT ist!
- Sie setzt Kinder nicht unter Druck oder in Konkurrenz.
- Sie ist keine reine Frontalveranstaltung, bei der Kinder nur zuhören.
- Sie überfordert Kinder nicht, sondern ermutigt und inspiriert sie.
Martin understands perfectly how to captivate the children and bring the core message of the book to life in a child-friendly way. Highly recommended!
Featured School Reports & Media Coverage
What the Students Take Away sagen:
Dass man andere so behandeln soll wie sich selbst.
Mich hat die Geschichte ermutigt. Jetzt glaube ich mehr an mich.
Die Lesung war toll. Das Buch mag ich gerne. Danke, dass ich so viel lerne.
Target Audience
Perfect for Grades K through 5 (Ages 6–10).
Duration:
45–50 minutes per session (Designed to fit seamlessly into a standard school class period or assembly slot).
Group Size & Daily Capacity
To maintain high interaction and personal connection, sessions are optimized for up to 90 students at a time (perfect for combining full grade levels).
Multi-Day Flexibility for Larger Schools: For larger campuses with high student enrollment, we easily accommodate multi-day campus visits to ensure every single grade and student receives the full experience without disrupting the school’s master schedule.
Simple, Transparent Pricing
No hidden fees. Our pricing is structured to fit standard school budgets, PTA sponsorships, and federal grant guidelines (Title I / Title IV).
The Small Campus Package — $697
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Designed for: Schools with 120 students or fewer.
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Includes up to 2 back-to-back sessions (perfect for splitting into Lower and Upper Elementary groups).
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All Materials Included: Physical workbooks and bookmarks for every single student, and a signed hardcover book for your library.
The Full-Campus Day Package — $1,250
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Designed for: Standard to large elementary schools.
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Includes up to 5 back-to-back sessions in one day (accommodates up to 90 kids per session).
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All Materials Included: Physical workbooks, bookmarks and a signed library book.
The Multi-Day Residency — $2,100
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Designed for: Massive campuses or split-schedule districts looking for a 2-day deep-dive experience.
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Warum? Schulleiter lieben es, ihren Titel anzugeben. Es zeigt dir sofort, wer der Entscheider ist.
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School Email Address * (Der Zusatz „School Email“ verhindert private Gmail-Adressen)
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School Name *
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School District * (z. B. Dallas ISD – extrem wichtig für deine spätere Rechnungsstellung)
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State * (Dropdown: Texas / Oklahoma / Colorado / Other)
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Estimated Student Count * (Zahlenfeld)
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Target Presentation Tracks (Select all that apply) *
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[ ] Lower Elementary Track (Pre-K – 2nd Grade)
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[ ] Upper Elementary Track (3rd – 5th Grade)
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[ ] Full Campus Experience (Both Tracks)
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Preferred Date & Alternate Options * (Großes Textfeld für Terminwünsche)
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Additional Notes / District Requirements (Freitextfeld für Nachrichten)
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🛡️ Our Promise: Your time is valuable. Once submitted, we will immediately cross-reference your dates with Martin’s travel schedule. You will receive a customized digital proposal directly to your school inbox.
Prefer direct email? Reach out anytime via martin@happy-kids.com
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How can our school fund the Character & Literacy Assembly?
A: Bringing this program to your campus is highly accessible. Our workshops are fully compliant with national education funding guidelines and can be financed through Title IV, Part A (Safe & Healthy Students) or Title I (Academic & Literacy Enrichment) funds. Additionally, because of our deep focus on character building, this assembly is a premier candidate for PTA/PTO sponsorship.
Q: Pre-K and 5th graders have completely different attention spans. How do you keep both engaged?
A: We do not believe in a one-size-fits-all assembly. To respect the developmental needs of your students, we offer two distinct, age-appropriate tracks: one tailored specifically for early learners (Pre-K to 2nd Grade) and one designed for upper elementary (3rd to 5th Grade). Each track utilizes customized pacing, specialized visual assets, and targeted interactive exercises
Q: Does this program align with our mandatory school curriculum and state standards?
A: Yes, seamlessly. The workshop is meticulously structured to reinforce your school’s academic and behavioral goals.
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For Literacy (ELA): The presentation directly satisfies state-specific reading engagement standards, fully aligning with TEKS (Texas), CAS (Colorado), and OAS (Oklahoma).
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For Character & Growth: The content is mapped to state-level guidelines for Character Education and behavioral standards (including the Texas Positive Character Traits framework).
Q: Is the presenter fully vetted and cleared to work with US school districts?
A: Absolute safety and campus security are our top priorities. We are fully prepared to meet your specific state and district regulatory guidelines. Upon booking, we seamlessly cooperate with all local fingerprinting and background check requirements—including FACT, CBI, and OSBI clearance systems. Additionally, a compliant Certificate of Insurance (COI) tailored to your district’s specifications will be provided well in advance of the event.
Q: Martin is an Austrian author living in Africa—will our students easily understand and relate to him?
A: This international background is actually the highlight of the event! Martin presents in fluent, clear, and highly accessible English. Instead of loud, overwhelming gimmicks, his grounded and authentic storytelling style commands the room through genuine human connection. The brief look into his school project in Cameroon serves as a powerful, real-world bridge that inspires global empathy and perspective in your students.
Q: How do you ensure the assembly’s message sticks after the event?
A: We focus on lasting impact, moving far beyond a one-time show. To deepen the experience, we offer a dedicated companion Student Workbook filled with practical exercises on grit and visualization. During the booking process, schools have the flexible option to either utilize a digital campus print-license or order high-quality physical copies for their classrooms.
Takes less than 2 minutes. No commitment required.