| Parent Programs The following seminars are intended for library lectures, church groups, moms organizations and home schooling associations. Each program runs approximately one hour and can be modified to meet the requirements of your particular needs. Flexible rates are quoted on request. |
Rearing Readers: Everyday Ideas for Encouraging Literacy A program geared towards parents of emerging readers, this seminar offer simple strategies for introducing print awareness, modeling proper grammar, and making the most out of daily read-aloud sessions, without purchasing expensive programs. Designed with today's demanding family schedule in mind, parents will learn how to help their children become confident speakers and responsive listeners, invaluable perquisites for literacy. Purposeful Play: Everything Including the Kitchen Sink! While marketers of manufactured toys insist their products are necessary for cognitive development, your kitchen's contents provide numerous opportunities for enrichment learning. Examples of easily assembled homemade toys will be presented within the context of developmental milestones. The best part: No Purchase Necessary! |
| School Programs The following workshops are intended for primary to middle school classes. Each program runs approximately 40 minutes and can be modified to meet the requirements of your specific needs.Pre-visit activities and follow up exercises are included and encouraged. Flexible rates are quoted on request. |
| Picture Perfect: Using Picture Books as Writing Models Over the past decade, picture books have undergone a metamorphosis, emerging as the perfect springboard for innovative reading and writing exercises. This workshop will use key examples from children's literature to emphasize character development and plot structure. Designed to engage even the most reluctant readers and writers. Hooks, Leads and Sinkers: The Top Ten Mistakes to Avoid in Essay Writing Students of writing often gravitate towards familiar, yet tired, hooks and leaders, and conclude with an equally flat ending. This workshop will expose the overused cliché models and offer fresh, innovative alternatives designed to capture the audience's attention and deliver a satisfying conclusion. Summer Reading Recommendations A district tailored program, this interactive workshop will excite and engage students about their summer reading list, making reading something they WANT to do. Limited availability May-June. |
| Something to Talk About What Parent Program Participants are saying... "You gave such easy and useful tips that I had never thought about." - Kendrya C. "I love the idea of reading poetry to children. I would never have tried that." - Christine R. "Best point was to remember to read in the kitchen!" - Anna T. "Enlightening, uplifting and inspiring! Well presented!" - Lisa R. "A very clear and well articulated presentation. Very valuable information!" - Jennifer M. What Conference Participants are Saying... "Thank you! Self promotion is difficult for me but hearing about your process and learning from your ideas has been so helpful. I am certainly going to put these ideas into practice!" - Sarah S. "Excellent workshop! Informative and entertaining. Thanks for all the great ideas!" - Ann B. " I really appreciate your knowledge and taking the time to answer all of my questions. You really know your stuff!" - Shelly S. To read more reviews, please visit the Press Room |
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The Complete Idiot's Guide to Reading with Your Child
A hands-on program geared towards helping parents build a literacy rich home using age appropriate, interactive activities that are high
interest and low maintenance. Based on the material of my book, I have designed a "Reading Tool Box" that will help you raise readers for life.
A hands-on program geared towards helping parents build a literacy rich home using age appropriate, interactive activities that are high
interest and low maintenance. Based on the material of my book, I have designed a "Reading Tool Box" that will help you raise readers for life.
| Writer's Conferences Designed with the aspiring writers and new author in mind, these workshops can be formatted to meet your conference schedule and its participants interests. The cornerstone of each workshop is the writer as Authorpreneur, a business person who appreciates the business of books and wants to learn how to book more business. Shelf Promotion on a Shoestring Learn the most effective ways to promote yourself and your work without breaking the bank. My user friendly ideas help authors take advantage of community resources, teach networking strategies and save you time, energy and money. A must-attend workshop in today's competitive publishing market. Build Your Platform, Build Your Career It used to be that books got you famous. Nowadays, you have to be famous to get a book. Luckily, becoming an expert in your field is easier than you think. Learn how to accentuate the positive and position yourself as the only one for the job. Writers Block is Not an Option I used to have writer's block. Then I got deadlines and writer's block was no longer an option. Learn how to get going and stay on track, even when your muse goes missing. The five strategies highlighted in this workshop will give you th motivation you need to finish that manuscript. |