TESTIMONIALS

"The children were thrilled by the books and blown away by the presentations! Mr. St. Jean was professional, polite, and easy to work with. What a delight!"

     Winnie Jeffers
     Media Specialist
     Washington ES
     Stevens Point, Wisconsin

"What a tremendous visit! We've never laughed so hard, and we've never learned so much!"

     Sherri Morehouse
     Reading Specialist
     Benjamin Logan ES
     Bellefontaine, OH

"It was a pleasure having Alan St. Jean work with our 7th Graders as a Writer in Residence for three days in the Fall of 2006. He has an engaging style and personality that impressed both students and teachers. Alan incorporated 'The Seven Steps to Great Writing' into his workshop and had our students interacting, sharing and enjoying the writing process. Students were thrilled to have a published author working right along with them as they developed their own stories. We were so pleased with Alan's program that we invited him back this year!"

     Margaret Hall
     Librarian
     Karrer Middle School
     Dublin, Ohio

"Mr. St. Jean's author visit was unlike any visit we've ever had. His presentations were interesting and so, so funny...yet educational at the same time. Our kids were completely spellbound from beginning to end. I enthusiastically endorse Mr. St. Jean and his wonderful Aidan of Oren books!"

     Maureen Dugan
     Library Media Specialist
     St. Joseph Elementary School
     Newton, New Jersey

"When thinking of an author to bring into school for a visit, you are often faced with the dilemma that although the author is an excellent writer, they may not be comfortable with the students. In the case of Alan St. Jean, we were extremely pleased in both aspects. His books engaged our students and his presentations brought them both enjoyment and knowledge about the writing process. Even my reluctant readers talked nonstop about how terrific he was. This author has heart just like the characters in his books and it showed in both his interaction with the students and in his presentations. Our students loved his books prior to him coming to our school, but now they have gained a love of the author and the writing process. Our teachers also continue to praise him and his abilities with the students. If your school is planning an author visit, it would be my pleasure to highly recommend author, composer and presenter Alan St. Jean."

     Carmen Riddle
     Library Media Specialist
     Creekview Intermediate School
     Marysville, Ohio

"We enjoyed the personal attention Alan St. Jean spent with our class. He made a lasting impression on my students and one that will remain with us for many years. He read to us the last remaining pages of our book, and we really enjoyed all the different places it took us to. We liked all the interesting characters both scary and nice. It was nice of him to autograph all our books. We can't wait to see him again and read book number two. We were fortunate to be given a Damon baby dragon. Damon has his own special place in our room, away from anything flammable. He keeps the spiders away too(c:"

     Karen McGlauthlin
     East Knox Elementary

"Mr. St. Jean's Aidan of Oren has the right combination of 'old world' dialogue and chapter ending cliff hangers that feed a child's inquisitive nature. My students can't wait for the sequel!"

     Michelle Duncan
     3rd Grade Teacher
     Highland Elementary School

"After witnessing first hand how easily Mr. St. Jean interacted with elementary students in one of our local districts, I would highly recommend his author visits. He had the children begging to hear more about what might happen in the second Aidan of Oren book! Because the students know I was invited to preview The Elf Princess, they now beg ME to tell them just a little bit! You won't be disappointed in the Aidan adventures or Mr. St. Jean's presentations. Invite him to your school!"

     Jan Taylor
     Primary Consultant
     Knox County Educational Service Center

"It was fun to see so many 4th and 5th graders reading Aidan of Oren together and discussing it."

     Kathie Buying
     Library Media Specialist
     Minisink, New York

"My students lit up when Mr. St. Jean entered our room. They were filled with excitement after reading They drew pictures from the descriptions in his book which were displayed on our door. Alan St. Jean was a friendly, captivating speaker when presenting to our school. He spoke to us about his personal background, and ideas about starting to write a story of our own. The power point presentation on his experiences in writing Aidan of Oren really gave us insight to what writing and designing a book is all about. We were encouraged to find out he is writing 2 more books. We look forward in reading his new books and his returning visit."

     Mrs. Trudy Westover
     East Knox Elementary

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