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After this kdg. visit, the school sold 100+
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Charline's Author Visits
Before becoming a children's author, Charline taught in elementary schools in Arizona and Saudi Arabia. Now she enjoys keeping in touch with youngsters during school presentations.
Her enthusiasm for books, reading and writing shines during fun, interactive presentations (preschool-adult) which utilize her teaching experience.
Contact Charline early to arrange a visit to your school, library, store or conference.
Charline's equipment needs, fees, references, and Tips for a Successful Author Visit follow her presentation descriptions.
School/Library/Conference Visits
"I've heard nothing but praise from my faculty and students!" Elaine
"It was amazing, exciting, and you also made me giggle!" 3rd gd. student
"Thanks for the awesome advice. I think we will get awesome scores on our AIMS test." 5th grade student
"Thank you--great presentation." Miss Carmen
PreK, Kindergarten, Library
Story Time, 10-15 min.
Ideally limited to one class per presentation--
interactive, book reading using transparencies,
gecko song, and brief Q/A time.
Grades 1 - 2
An Author's Life, 30-45 min.
Two or three classes may be combined.
How an idea becomes a book. How books are made.
Q/A about being an author.
Grades 3 - 6
Ace AIMS Writing/Tips for Young Authors, 45-50 min.
(Charline's most popular presentation)
Two or three classes may be combined, but one class at a time works best.
Secrets that lead to quality writing, based on Charline's 5 years
experience scoring grades 3-11 standardized test essays.
Writing Workshops
Kdg - Adult, 45-50 min. For classroom size groups only.
Tailored to meet your needs. Sample topics:
Candy Corn Stories (K-2), I Spy Editing (1-2), Rhyme Time, Ideas Galore,
Hook 'Em with Great Beginnings, Leave 'Em with Happy Endings, Bumper Sticker Fun,
Use Your Senses, The Writing Process, Six Super Traits, Turn Bow-Wows into Wows,
Vivid Verbs, Fun with Words, Show Don't Tell,
Writing Rubrics, Getting Published, Profile/Interview Writing,
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A full day includes a maximum of four presentations.
Please allow 10-15 minutes between sessions and remember to
factor in time for lunch and book signing.
If neighboring schools wish to split the cost of a full-day visit,
Charline can spend the morning at one school and visit the other in the afternoon,
giving two presentations at each school.
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Equipment Needs:
overhead projector, large white screen or wall area for viewing,
room which can comfortably accomodate audience and can be darkened
(Please no gym or cafeteria settings.), small table, chair
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Fees
In Tucson:
PreK-Gd. 2 & Library presentations: $50 each
Two 45-50 min. presentations: $250
Three or four 45-50 min. presentations: $500
In State:
Add $100 to Tucson fees + expenses for travel, lodging, and meals.
Out of State:
Full day: $800 + expenses for travel, lodging, meals
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Store Visits
Children can have their hand stamped with a little gecko
and have their book personalized.
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References
Warm thank yous to the following
businesses, organizations and schools for their invitations and hospitality:
2006 Arizona Reading Association Conference
2006 Arizona Book Festival, Phoenix--ARA, SSA & SCBWI booths
2006 & 07 Arizona Young Authors' Conference, Casa Grande
2005 Arizona Reading Association Fall Conference, Phoenix
2006 Barnes and Noble Educator's Day
2007 Barnes and Noble Storytime
2006 Bookman's Children's Authors Book Fair
Cottonwood Elementary School, Casa Grande
Country Meadows Elementary, Peoria
Happy Trails Preschool
Kid's Center
KUAT PBS Channel 6--Arizona Illustrated
Mesquite Elementary, Gilbert
Sabino Canyon Bookstore
Sonoran Science Academy
St. Andrews Preschool
St. Marks Preschool
Sunshine School
The West
Twin Peaks Elementary School
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Tips for a Successful Author Visit
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Enlist the support and enthusiasm of your faculty and colleagues. Consider inviting homeschoolers, parents and local media represenatives. The media can bring your school positive promotion.
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Set several possible dates and plan early. Making contact in the spring for a visit in the fall or spring of the following year is advisable.
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Please remind teachers to remain in the room and to participate in the author's presentation. This has a positive influence on student behavior and allows for more in-depth follow-up after the presentation.
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Teachers should brainstorm with students about questions they might ask the author. Older students can write questions to be pulled from a 'hat' as time allows.
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The library or resource room are good settings for presentations. Make sure the room can be darkened for use of A/V equipment. Writing Workshops require a setting with tables and chairs. Students will need pencils and paper.
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Many schools hold a booksale or apply for a grant to help offset author's fees.
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Preorder the author's books well in advance of the visit.
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Team up with neighboring schools in your district to share expenses.
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