Education Through Entertainment

Virtual School Assemblies Now Available

Posted on Mon, Jan 4, 2021

We understand the restrictions being put on schools all over the country regarding school assemblies and in-house field trips better than anyone.  Virtual school works well for some subjects, but the absence of the traditional school assembly is sorely felt by millions of students, teachers and administrators across the country. 

Now, Mobile Ed Productions is offering fully interactive virtual school assemblies!

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10 Assemblies Every Student Should See

Posted on Tue, Feb 25, 2020

School assemblies come in many forms. There are in-school programs like pep rallies, talent shows, science fairs, and performances by school bands and choirs. There are also programs brought into school by outside providers such as educational organizations, libraries, and companies that specialize in bringing presenters into the schools to enlighten students in the sciences, history and the arts. Choosing the best and most appropriate assemblies can be a challenge. Take a look at this guide to the best and most popular assemblies you could host at your own school.

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The Indirect Benefits of a School Assembly

Posted on Fri, Jan 3, 2020

“Individually, we are one drop. Together, we are an ocean.”
Ryūnosuke Satoro

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Why Music is Important in Education

Posted on Wed, Dec 11, 2019

“Music is a world within itself
With a language we all understand
With an equal opportunity
For all to sing, dance and clap their hands”

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7 Science Activities for Summer

Posted on Wed, Jun 12, 2019

Summer is here, and if you're like many of us, that means you now have a house full of kids in desperate need of something to keep them amused.  When Fortnite loses its appeal, wrangle up your kids and some basic crafting materials and have some hands-on fun with these easy science experiments.

Here's all seven videos in our Building Up STEAM series of DIY projects and activities for you and your kids.  These are all a great way to spend a summer afternoon, or they can expanded upon for science projects in the upcoming school year.  (If you like these at-home experiments, you should see our live assembly shows!)

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Transform Your Library Into a Writers' Workshop This Summer

Posted on Thu, May 16, 2019

We have a nice idea right here: transform your library into a writers' workshop this summer, and help your students tell their whole universe of stories.  Our award-winning Young Authors Day program turns today’s students into creative authors and playwrights, while also delivering important knowledge about the writing process

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Explore the Universe of Music at Your Library This Summer

Posted on Thu, May 16, 2019

This summer, bring a universe of stories to your students’ ears, and get your library rocking with our World Music Tour program!  Join seasoned children’s presenter Guy Louis as he transports your group around the world in this dynamic, interactive 40-minute musical program.

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Give your Library a New Perspective with The Earth Dome

Posted on Thu, May 16, 2019

Give your library visitors a new perspective on how seven continents, five oceans, and 195 individual countries can add up to an entire universe of stories!  Our Earth Dome presentation allows students a unique view of our home in the galaxy. This half-hour assembly focuses on the scale of the planet, longitude and latitude, the seven continents, and major cities. Geography has never been so easy and fun to learn!

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Discover a Universe of Stories with our Portable Planetarium

Posted on Tue, Apr 23, 2019

Turn your library into a planetarium for a day and discover a universe of stories with Mobile Ed’s Sky Dome Planetarium!  With our flexible schedule options and experienced presenter, we're ready to take your library patrons to the stars this summer.

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40 Years of Educational Entertainment

Posted on Sat, Mar 16, 2019

We are proud to announce that today marks the 40th anniversary of Mobile Ed Productions!

It was 40 years ago today that our founders, Larry Thompson and Norman Seay, had the idea to bring the field trip to you.  It all started with one show, The Amazing World of Light, and from there grew to our present library of over 40 educational assembly programs, including:

  • Animals and the Environment, a natural science program showcasing incredible animals
  • BOT! The Secret World of Robots, a STEM/STEAM program offering live, hands-on demonstrations of real robots currently in everyday use
  • Christmahanukwanzamadan, a multi-cultural celebration of different holidays
  • The Earth Dome, an interactive journey around our planet
  • The Living Lincoln, a stunningly realistic-looking Abraham Lincoln impersonator teaching about his life
  • SkyDome Planetarium, a 45-minute journey through our solar system and galaxy and also our most loved program
  • STEAM Museum, hands-on exhibits suitable for students of all ages
  • Young Authors Day, in which students are encouraged to write stories that are later performed by our professionally-trained mime
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