"Mike, today was pure magic."
— Cassie, middle school teacher
The transition to middle school is when so many kids start to doubt themselves. Time Travel Journeys transforms that self doubt into self compassion, confidence, and real connection. Through a guided exploration of their past and future selves, students remember their greatness, imagine who they can become, and leap into middle school with a new sense of who they are and what they are capable of.
Delivered to over 12,000 time-traveling students and teachers in schools and organizations across the country.
Mike speaking to 2,000 students at the Phoenix Convention Center
Imagine your students building their own time machines — then using them to travel through their past and future to uncover their greatest qualities and strongest sense of self.
Launch
Introducing the method and building the machine.
Past
Awakening imagination, creativity, and curiosity.
Future
Envisioning powerful goals and dreams.
Present
Redefining yourself and your life, today.
Landing
Celebration and clear next steps.
Students presenting their time machine during the Time Machine Challenge
Lead with this fall's incoming class — then expand to the teachers and parents that support them.
Student Keynote
Time Travel Day
Teacher Workshop
Parent Night
Parent-Child Workshop
Curriculum
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Connecting with students at the Phoenix Convention Center
12,000+ students and educators. Dozens of schools. One consistent reaction.
Highlights from Time Travel Day at Valley Middle School in Carlsbad, CA
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Mike speaking in front of 2,000 students at the Phoenix Convention Center
A teacher shares the impact of Time Travel Journeys on her students
A student shares his Time Travel Journeys experience
"Mike Iskandar has created an extraordinary experience. I have seen students marvel at their younger selves and get excited about what the future might bring."
Henry Walker
Middle School Teacher
"This project has shown me how I used to be. And finally, I have a glimpse of who I want to become."
Declan
Middle School Student
"I really enjoyed working with Mike to help make the Time Travel Journeys program happen this year. It gave them a chance to truly reflect on how they were as kids, where they want to be in the future, and how those experiences and goals can help them stay focused on and appreciative of the present. We often need to be reminded that we are our own biggest fan; that we are all important and have a journey that we're traveling on."
Kenneth Rochester
Middle School Teacher
"Thinking about my past and my vision for the future helps me see parts of myself that are sometimes hidden from me in the present moment. I want to celebrate my determination because even when things are hard, I somehow find a way to get through them."
Middle School Student
"This has given us a lot of opportunities to reminisce about my son's wonderful qualities. Most importantly, he and I talked about his struggles as a little guy and how they were not his fault but just how he was developing at the time. Thank you for this opportunity to connect with our boy."
Katy
Middle School Parent
After reflecting on the struggles of my own adolescence, I felt a calling to help those younger versions of myself. In the year leading up to my 40th birthday, I interviewed 40 people from ages 1 to 40 about what it's really like to be the age they are.
Along the way, I learned that understanding who I was could show me who I am and who I want to be.
What emerged was Time Travel Journeys — a program that guides students through their past, present, and future in a way that shifts how they see who they are and what they are capable of.
With teacher burnout high and student mental health low, I have seen that a single day can change the trajectory of a life.
My unique program is a product of my unique background:
Middle school student Eric is his own worst bully — until he discovers a magical time machine and a chance to believe in himself again. Guided by a wise (and very dorky) owl, Eric blasts through time: back to his younger selves, who remind him how fun, fearless, and creative he used to be — and forward to his future selves, who reveal the dreams he can achieve if he doesn't give up on himself.
Full of heart, humor, mindbending adventure, and clever challenges, The Time Travel Journey shows how the power of your past and future can unlock the best of who you are today.
"A great read for a tween to remember who they are and that they are enough."
A beautifully written story that explores self-love and the connection between your past and future selves. It gently reminds us to honor our journey and continue living with curiosity, appreciation, and a sense of wonder. It's a great read to share with your tween, and just as meaningful for you as a parent.
— Alexis, verified Amazon review
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