Author Visits

Presentations

“There’s A Possibility”

A lively song/video tickles the children’s ears and eyes as they learn about the possibilities around them. A fun power point presentation shows how The Bubble Gum Fairy came to life. It stimulates the students’ imagination and creativity to grow as they learn where ideas come from and how to develop them. Laughter and enthusiasm will fill the air as they think about finding their own possibilities and talents. Get ready for a Pop, Pop, Poppin’ good time!

“Bored No More” (K-2, 30 minutes) (Grades 2-4, 45 minutes)

Each of us ahs said those two most dreaded words - "I'm Bored!" Using her power point presentation and the book THE HAPPY FACED SPIDER, Diane shares that each of us need to take a look at the world around us from a different perspective if we want to be "Bored No More!". A fun song and video titled "Bored No More" keeps the kids singing along long after the show ends.

“Curiosity”

What is the most useful gift we could ever get at birth? Curiosity! During a fun and informative power point, Diane explains what curiosity is and tells how it led to the writing of Sweetlips. She finishes with a song/video that will leave the children bubblin’ with curiosity and excited to look at life!

“The Wonder of it All”

(Grades K-1, 30 minutes) (Grades 2-4, 45 minutes)
After writing The Flying Jewels Diane was filled with wonder, so she
created a power point so full of amazing beautiful unbelievable things
that you will say, “OMG” over and over again as wonder fills your heart
and mind. Her Caribbean song/video will end the show but live on in
your memory for days to come.

“Possibilities and Treasures”

For parents of Preschool age children (20 minutes)

Since no little one enters the family with an instruction manual, Diane offers ideas for mom and dad on how to prepare a child for the learning process and reading. Diane also encourages parents to look carefully and discover what treasures and possibilities lie within their child. Once these abilities and talents are found, they need to be developed so their child can begin their walk on the road to an exciting and successful life.

“Possibilities and Treasures”

School evening program for parents (30 minutes)

Diane shares her story of how her possibility, The Bubble Gum Fairy, came to become a reality. She then goes on to teach parents how to look carefully and discover what treasures and possibilities lie within their child. Once these abilities and talents are found, they need to be developed so their child can begin their walk on the road to an exciting and successful life.

“You and Your Possibilities”

Adult presentation (30 minutes)

Diane shares her story of how her dream of becoming an author came to life as she tells the story of how The Bubble Gum Fairy became a reality. She then reveals the steps she went through to get her book published. Diane gives her audience a final challenge that will leave them thinking long and hard about their own possibilities.

Workshops

“Hand Me a Story”

Story writing can seem overwhelming for children! But this workshop teaches the children about the ingredients that make for good story writing. They will brainstorm and laugh until they begin to create their own delightful story!

“Poetry Rocks”

Who doesn’t love music and songs? This workshop allows the children to explore putting music and poetry together in a fun and creative way. They will have the help of their team members to make “poetry rock”!

“Imaginivity Workshop”

This workshop will challenge the children to use their imagination and creativity and to dig deep as they work together with others to create something that doesn’t yet exist.

Booking Information

Diane’s Author Visit allows schools up to five presentations and/or workshops. It is the choice of the school how they would like to mix and match them.

*FULL DAY HONORARIAM is $650

*HALF DAY is $400

*2 CONSECUTIVE DAYS is $500 per day

*EVENING PRESENTATIONS are free when I’m in the area

*AUTHOR – ILLUSTRATOR VISIT (when possible) is $1500

How to Prepare for an Author Visit

KEYS TO MAKING YOUR AUTHOR VISIT THE BEST IT CAN BE:

I suggest you read THE BUBBLE GUM FAIRY, THE HAPPY FACED SPIDER, SWEETLIPS, and/or THE FLYING JEWELS ahead of time to the classrooms. This will help the children make a connection between the book and the author on the day of my visit. Familiarity with the story will also create excitement and generate questions. I may ask for some volunteers to participate in a fun little exercise during each of the presentations.

WHERE CAN I ORDER BOOKS?

All books can be ordered from Mrs. Terry! Use the book order forms I have made available in this kit. It’s the easiest and most efficient way to satisfy book requests. All books are sold at the school for the discounted price of $15.00 each. When I come to your school on the day of the Author Visit, I will bring enough books to fill the student orders. I’ll be happy to sign the children’s books at a time that is convenient for you. I’d love to pass them out and meet the students who bought them, if possible!

WHAT DOES THE AUTHOR NEED FROM THE SCHOOL?

LCD projector with stand. Be sure you have the cord that connects the computer and the LCD projector. (I’ll bring my laptop and my own sound system.)
A small table or chair to set my speaker on.
Screen or wall to view group presentation on.
A couple bottles of water.
Please be sure you arrive to the presentations several minutes before it is scheduled to begin. That way I can begin on time, so I can end on time for the next group. Thanks so much!
If I am doing a workshop with the students, I will need a white board or chalk board to write on, chalk or markers, and an eraser.

Workshops – In all workshops, please be sure the students bring:

Paper and pencil
A book to write on if they will not be in desks or at a table. It is fine if we sit on the floor and work.
In “Poetry Rocks” or “Let’s Get Creative” Workshops – Have the class

divided into groups of 4 – 5 people, so they know ahead of time what group they are in.