Grayson from Rock ‘N’ Roll Reptiles is FANTASTIC! He has such a wealth of knowledge and he is wonderful with kids of all ages. My 7 year old is obsessed with dinosaurs and reptiles, and Grayson was able to tailor his program to fit perfectly with all the prehistoric creatures my kiddo loves. He could answer every single question our curious participants asked, and he can even provide a real fossil goodie for each child to take home. He brought both live creatures (2 snakes and a monitor lizard) along with real fossils and replicas to create a fascinating hour long show that held the attention of a group of 5-8 year olds (and their parents!) the entire time.
Grayson was a true pleasure to work with and I can’t recommend him highly enough!!!!!!! Thank you Grayson for making my son’s birthday a day to remember!
– Danielle Satlzman, parent
Grayson and his scaly friends came to our house for my 8-year-old son’s birthday party. And what a delight it was. Not only were Grayson’s friends fun to hold, play with and take pictures with, Grayson was so pleasant to have there on our special day. Not to mention he is extremely knowledgeable in all things reptile and relays that information in a comfortable manner.
Two more things: Grayson was extremely easy to set up the party with and he was punctual. You really couldn’t ask for anything more.
– Shel Segal (Monrovia, CA)
Grayson is one of my favorite teachers. Not only does he have an incredible breadth of zoological knowledge, but he is also an engaging instructor: he often brings actual fossils and other specimens for his students to interact with, and he is very enthusiastic about teaching.
His presentations are always carefully planned and reflect current scientific research. Grayson is a devoted and kind teacher. The hard work he puts into every class makes learning very fun.
– Elijah Kaplan, student
Our 3 year old daughter is an animal lover, and is fascinated by snakes and lizards. She wanted to hold snakes and lizards, but never got a chance. She can be shy in crowds (like at the museum when they take out a snake), or overwhelmed by too much stimulation.
Grayson came to our home with 3 snakes of different sizes, and a lizard. He started with the smaller animals and moved to the larger ones – making sure our daughter was comfortable, interested, and enjoying herself. The one-on-one experience was perfect for her! She learned a lot, had plenty of time with each animal, and wasn’t
rushed at all. She had such a positive experience – both calm and educational!
We are so happy with our Rock n Roll Reptiles experience! Grayson understood the needs of our child and created something really unique and special.
– Jennifer Vogel
My fifth grade students at Yerba Buena Elementary School were enamored with Grayson Kent’s presentation on reptiles and fossils. His wealth of knowledge and ability to ask engaging questions invites kids through a journey of discovery as they learn the ins and out of snake, frog, lizard, and turtle habitats, their feeding preferences, their enemies, and vital safety tips. Grayson’s hands-on approach to learning shows students the importance of man’s symbiotic relationship with nature and the value in preserving fossils. I highly encourage inviting him into your classrooms, camps, and organizations for a unique learning experience!
– Enid Stagg, 5th Grade Teacher, Yerba Buena Elementary School
Grayson Kent’s Rock and Roll Reptiles is a singularly unique resource for teachers and students alike. Fascinating classroom presentations, complete with hands on opportunities and visual aids, offer students a rare opportunity to experience the benefits of going on a field trip without ever leaving campus. Grayson has been presenting in my classroom since 1999 and has covered topics from the wildlife of India to fossils and prehistoric animals. Students are enthralled by Grayson’s lessons and come away with a much deeper understanding of the subject matter. Grayson’s breadth of knowledge and expertise in delivering the information to a variety of ages will enhance whatever unit you are covering at any grade level. I have been most impressed by Grayson’s work and would highly recommend him to any classroom teacher or parents looking for a unique birthday party for their child.
– Anastasia Ebbert, Kindergarten Teacher at Arroyo Vista Elementary
California Homeschool Network was happy to have Rock & Roll Reptiles at our 2014 Homeschool Family Expo. The exhibits were wonderful and Grayson is not only knowledgable but engaging and fantastic with kids and adults! Our attendees were impressed by how generous he was with letting everyone touch and handle the various fossils and exhibits. We look forward to Having Rock & Roll reptiles at the Expo next year!
– Pam Dowling, California Homeschool Network
Grayson Kent of Rock n Roll Reptiles presented “Vertebrate Odontology” at our LA Chapter Meeting in April. Not only is Mr. Kent’s in-depth knowledge of fossils and teeth (and beaks!) incredible, but he animated the animal’s actions and showed us exactly what a bite would be like, making dead bones come to life before our very eyes. And his dry sense of humor was delightful…. occasionally tossing out funny little remarks, just to see if we were paying attention. Awesome presentation!
– Peggy Wu, Board of Directors President, Southwestern Herpetologists Society
Grayson Kent’s presentation on fossils and teeth blew my class away! I teach third grade and my kids were fascinated with Grayson’s in-depth look at the importance of teeth in studying various types of animals. After he left, it was all my kids could talk about! Grayson’s vast knowledge and passion about the animals he studies is made abundantly clear through his hands-on and interactive talks. If you’re in need of an engaging and informative presentation about animals, Grayson Kent is definitely the one you should call!
– Jocelyn Selter, 3rd Grade Teacher, Celerity Cardinal Charter School
Grayson’s encyclopedic knowledge of the animal kingdom (from the dawn of time to the present), combined with his visceral passion, and uncontainable enthusiasm makes the subjects he teaches vibrate with life and relevance. His uncanny knack for connecting with children is something to behold!
– Debora Wong, parent