TESTIMONIALS
"Unbelivable! The best author visit we have ever had!"
Anna Grant
North Hanover Schools
North Hanover, New Jersey
"On behalf of the entire Barnegat Board of Education, I wold like to congratulate you on your fantastic presentations during the Barnegat Township School District's Young Author's Conference. You provided wonderful information and a love of reading and writing.
"I think it is so important for students to realize that authors are just 'regular' people who have a very special talent. The students really enjoyed the role-playing that you did and I loved "seeing" the production of a book and hearing about the inspiration for Everybody Moos at Cows!
"Thank you for reading to the students and explaining to them that creativity does not happen behind a desk; it is so important, especially in today's age, to encourage creativity in children anywhere! Congratulations on a job well done! On behalf of the board, we thank you for spending the day at the Barnegat Township School District. We wish you nothing but success in the future!
Linda J. Mitchell
President
Board of Education
Barnegat Township Schools
Barnegat, New Jersey
"Your presentation on the Writing Process and the publishing process was enlightening, entertaining, and informative. I was impressed by your ability to adapt the presentation to each grade level; all students, grades Pre-K through 8, were captivated. The students enjoyed hearing about your family and personal experiences. They particularly enjoyed the audience participation. Thank you, again!"
Ms. Sylvia Berger
Writing Director
Westminster Academy
Elizabeth, New Jersey
"During your recent visit, you enthralled Ben Franklin students as you guided them through the writing and publishing process. I particularly enjoyed when the students were given the opportunity to role-play the jobs of author, illustrator, editor, and publisher. This gave them insight into the world of writing and publishing. We appreciated the sharing of your family, personal experinces, and how you find ideas to write. We feel very fortunate to have had you work with our students."
Ms. Kathy Robbins
Principal
Eldridge Park School
Lawrence, New Jersey
"It was indeed a pleasure to see you in action. Your creative presentation was informative as well as enjoyable. Through role-playing and props, the children were able to learn about the process of publishing a book. The slides about your life let them know that you are 'human' as well as an accomplished author. Thank you."
Ms. Sarah L. Gordon
Librarian
Sunnybrae Elementary School
Hamilton, New Jersey
"It was a distinct pleasure to have you visit our students. You were most informative in your presentation as you explained how a story and book are created from both the perspective of the author and the publisher. The students were a captive audience as they listened to the story and how it was created. Thank you for a truly positive learning experience."
Mr. Gary Bender
Principal
Mercerville, Elementary School
Mercerville, New Jersey
"On behalf of the students and faculty of C.B. Lamb Elementary school, we would like to extend our sincere thanks to you for sharing with us your experiences as a published author. It was obvious from your presentation that you are not only an author, but first and foremost, an educator. You were exceptionally well-prepared, using a variety of materials and techniques that maintained the attention and enthusiasm of our students. We were particularly impressed with your ability to get the students involved in your presentation. We look forward to reading your future books and would be glad to endorse your program to any school, library or community organization that requests a reference.
Ms. Marilyn Bellis
PTA President
CB Lamb Elementary School
North Hanover, New Jersey
"Thank you, thank you, thank you! The children were blown away by your presentation and we cannot thank you enough for sharing your stories and ideas with our students. You were energetic and captivated both staff and students. Your student management and enthusiasm allowed for a successful presentation. Since your visit, dozens of students have been writing independently and sending their work to numerous publications. We hope you will have time to return next year!
Ms. Lisa Battinelli
Second Grade Teacher
Roosevelt Elementary School
River Edge, New Jersey
"Absolutely wonderful!"
Millie Thaw
Deer Park, New York 2002
"Thank you for a wonderful day! The students and teachers thoroughly enjoyed the program!"
Rose Barbaree
Millstone, New Jersey 2005
"We absolutely loved the presentations and hope you'll be back in North Carolina soon!"
Patti Bigham
North Carolina 2002
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