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Each of us is extraordinary in our own way. Yet we live in a culture of comparison that often suppresses creative expression in favor of fitting in. Somewhere along the way, play turns into performance, and many young people lose confidence in their own ideas. It doesn’t have to stay that way.

Through story, humor, and thoughtful reframing, author and illustrator Mark Ludy helps students rediscover their creativity and build trust in their own thinking. He meets students where they are and shares practical insights drawn from the creative process that apply far beyond art. Students explore how to recognize what they genuinely want, take responsibility for their choices, and develop the courage to act. The result is a renewed sense that they can move forward with confidence.

We can believe in young people all day long, but it is ultimately the beliefs they hold about themselves that shape their lives. When students begin to understand that they hold the pen to their own story, possibility opens in powerful ways.

“He connected with them in a genuine, memorable way
that immediately inspired stories of change and hope.” 
—Wendy Mitchell, Hopkins County Board of Education

TAKEAWAYS

• Creativity Is Already Within You — Creativity isn’t reserved for a few; it’s something every student already has and can grow.
• You Have Agency in Your Story — The choices students make and how they respond to life shape more of their future than they often realize.
• Courage Comes Before Confidence — Confidence grows through action, and taking the first step is often how belief begins.

When Mark speaks, he tailors his talks to his audiences. He'll look forward to discussing your aims and hopes for your audience. 

>> Fill out my School Inquiry Form as a first step and we can see if we can make it a reality.