Tag Archives: Author Visit
Authors Like Recess, Too!
Quick School Visit Announcement
I really value my time with the kiddos, and want my energy level to be 100% for every assembly, so here’s my news: Regarding full-day author visits to schools, I’m completely booked from mid-February through Read Across America Week in … Continue reading
One School, One Book
Woodbury Heights Elementary School has chosen Just One Thing! for their One School, One Book initiative. That means that every 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th grader will receive my book, read it, and talk about it! How cool is that?! … Continue reading
Thank You, Pennsylvania School Librarians
This spring I presented my Write Away! workshop to 50 PA school librarians (www.psla.org). Because my watch had stopped, I exploded into the conference room–beach ball in hand–five minutes late, and thought I was doomed to receive poor remarks on … Continue reading
Inspire Your Students to Read and Write This Summer
I’ve had a bunch of fun visiting K-6 schools near and far this year, but wanted to let you know I have room in my May/June 2017 schedule for ONE more author visit! Contact … Continue reading
Happy READ ACROSS AMERICA week!
I’m traveling quite a bit these days, visiting truly awesome schools and meeting very sweet kids. (LOOK AT THOSE FACES!) To the schools who have had me take over your library space, bulletin boards, and schedules in order to accommodate … Continue reading
Meanwhile in 6th Grade …
It’s the day after the election. Some people are sad; some are happy. Everyone has a passionate response, an opinion. That’s a fact. So for a 6th grade writing workshop today, I felt it appropriate to focus on Op-Ed/Commentary (something … Continue reading
It’s Festival and Conference Season!
BOOK FESTIVAL AND CONFERENCE SEASON IS HERE! I hope to see you! OCTOBER 1: Look for me by the #1 balloons at the Collingswood Book Festival. I’m also doing a really fun writing workshop for kids ages 8-12 that morning in … Continue reading
Another Wonderful Day at a Great School!
Thanks so much for your hospitality, Hopatcong Elementary!
Another School, Another Wonderful Day!
“A great day of learning, reading, and writing!” a 4th grade teacher exclaims at the end of my school visit program: “STEP INTO MY WRITING WORLD, AND YOURS!” (this presentation includes mini writing activities). But honestly, I can say the same … Continue reading