Author Visits
Cathy takes great pleasure in speaking to readers and writers. Below are a few programs she has to offer. She can also tailor visits to meet specific needs. A basic school visit includes three presentations per day and time for book signings within 50 miles of Pelham, NH. For author fees and visits that are greater than 50 miles, please contact Cathy to discuss.
Small groups are preferred, but classes may be combined with no more than 50 students.
Grade K: 30 minutes with time for Q & AGrades 1-2: 45-60 minutes with time for Q & AGrades 3-5: 45-60 minutes with time for Q & A
Programs:Kindergarten: Reading of PEW! The Stinky and Legen-Dairy Gift from Colonel Thomas S. Meacham. Discussion of cheese making and Cheesy Facts from the book. Hands-on activity with a replica of “the enormous cheese.”
Grades 1-2: How an Author Comes Up with Ideas and Writes a Story? Reading of PEW! and discussion of how to find ideas, and the elements that make a good story.
Grades 3-5: Nonfiction vs Fiction: What Is the Difference? Discussion about what nonfiction entails and how one goes about writing it. PEW! will be used as a reference.ORThe Craft of Writing: Elements of Writing and How to Write an Interesting Story. Discussion of different story structures in picture books, a hook, word choice, sensory details, and a good beginning, middle, and ending for a traditional structure.
Grade K: 30 minutes with time for Q & AGrades 1-2: 45-60 minutes with time for Q & AGrades 3-5: 45-60 minutes with time for Q & A
Programs:Kindergarten: Reading of PEW! The Stinky and Legen-Dairy Gift from Colonel Thomas S. Meacham. Discussion of cheese making and Cheesy Facts from the book. Hands-on activity with a replica of “the enormous cheese.”
Grades 1-2: How an Author Comes Up with Ideas and Writes a Story? Reading of PEW! and discussion of how to find ideas, and the elements that make a good story.
Grades 3-5: Nonfiction vs Fiction: What Is the Difference? Discussion about what nonfiction entails and how one goes about writing it. PEW! will be used as a reference.ORThe Craft of Writing: Elements of Writing and How to Write an Interesting Story. Discussion of different story structures in picture books, a hook, word choice, sensory details, and a good beginning, middle, and ending for a traditional structure.
Contact Cathy