Author Visits
As a former educator and now a full-time author, I am delighted to come to schools, libraries, and community centers and events for readings, presentations, crafts, and workshops.
The following proposals will benefit you, your students, and enhance your curriculum. And, we can always discuss and plan specific topics on which to focus. Just let me know!
To schedule a visit for the 2022-23 school year or to inquire further about my programs, you may contact me here.
Reviews
"On behalf of L’Ecole International Le Verseau; both teachers and children - THANKS A MILLION! Your visit was not only fun but interesting and educational at every level."
~ LynnFitz-Harris
Le Verseau International School
Belgium
"The length of the presentation was on point [...] You did an excellent job keeping the students focused [...]they were definitely engaged [...] Moreover they were excited to learn that you were not only an author, but a former teacher who at one time taught first grade.
Thank you for your very enjoyable presentation."
~ Carole Hayes
Walter Hall Elementary School
Texas
Pre-K to 1st grade
30 min/$150 or 3 classes in one school for $425 total**
Includes: an introduction and whole book reading of the story of Teddy Let’s Go! followed by a craft and interactive activity.
This program addresses small muscle skills, language arts, and social emotional learning.
4th to 5th grade
45 - 60 min/$200 or 3 classes in one school for $550 total **
Includes: an introduction (brief personal background) and reading of Teddy Let’s Go!
We will discuss character, point of view, and voice.
Divided into small groups, students will re-create a scene by either written word, role play, or illustration.
This program addresses language arts (vocabulary, grammar, setting, character,) and social emotional learning.
Virtual Visits
15 minutes with a minimum of 3 books purchased per class — FREE
Includes a brief intro, reading, and Q&A.
2nd to 3rd grade
45 min/$175 or 3 classes in one school for $500 total **
Includes: an introduction (brief personal background) plus a reading of Teddy Let’s Go! followed by a craft and interactive activities in small and large group.
This program addresses small muscle skills, language arts, and social emotional learning.
6th grade and up
one or more class periods (approx. 40-50 minutes)/ $225 each
Workshops:
Option 1 — From Idea to Final Draft
Students will understand the process from brainstorming an idea to structuring a tradition story arc while focusing on what makes a strong protagonist, conflict, tension, and resolution through examples, their own writing, and peer critiques.
Option 2 — Journey to Publication
Students will understand through explanation, role play, and writing what it takes for a finished manuscript to become a book.
Large Group/Assembly
Pre-K to Elementary Grades
half to full-day
$500-$800
Includes: an introduction (personal background and writing journey and inspiration), reading of Teddy Let's Go!, and conclusion (What is a "happy dream?").
15 minutes in each classroom when students can share their happy dreams with me and ask any questions they have about the story or being an author.
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