School Visits
In-person and virtual author visits for grades K–12, plus professional development for educators.
I love visiting schools and libraries to talk to kids about books! I’ve spoken at over 150 schools as well as conferences and book festivals, and I’m comfortable speaking to kids K–12 in any forum, from the classroom to an assembly.
I’m available for school visits, book signings, writing conferences, book clubs, and all other book-related events — and on Zoom for virtual readings, author visits, or book clubs.
2025–2026 Programs
Customized School Author Visits - In Person
(1/2 day* , Full Day, Customized Options ($850 - 1,600)*
*1/2 day only offered to schools within 25 miles or if two schools share a full day. I also offer donation options. This is for up to 120 miles. Additional fees may apply for longer trips.)
The full day includes 4 sessions, lunch, and a book signing.
I provide programs for audiences of 10-300 (large assemblies, classrooms). I also offer group discounts for multiple schools.
* Loves Science & Reading - (K-3) includes reading ANY Loves Science Book, and discussing what they learned (30 min)
* Loves Science, Reading & Writing* - (K-3) includes reading CECE and discussing three things every book needs (45 min)
* Theo TheSaurus - Logophiles love reading and writing! Includes reading Theo and discussing how to fall in love with reading.
* Shine Like a Unicorn - Great for anti-bully week! includes reading and discussion on standing out and not being afraid to be yourself.
* Writing with Humor (Penny) - Focuses on engineering and simple machines. Also touches on how to write with humor and puns.
* Keeping it Real with Research (Florence Nightingale) - A creative writing topic about researching for your fiction (and nonfiction stories). Uses Florence Nightingale.
* The Writer in You (4th-5th) - A creative writing topic about the nuts and bolts of writing. (60 min)
* Turn that Page (6th - 12th) - A creative writing topic about suspense and raising the stakes (60 min)
Every school visit includes bookmarks for every student, a 30-minute Meet/Greet for select students/teachers, and a 30-minute. signing time. The workshops include access to Study Guides, Reading Questions, and Activities that directly correlate with Common Core standards.
*These prices may change for each school year. Ask about my special offer for schools purchasing books.
Free Skype Visits
(First 15 min. Free)
I will read one of my books and take a short Q/A
Virtual Visits (Zoom, Google Meetings, etc)
(Starting at 200$)
* This is a great option for schools with a tight budget.
* I can visit in classrooms or libraries anywhere in the world!
* The number of kids is not limited.
* The kids must have read at least one of my books!
Professional Development ($500)
I provide professional development workshops giving educators ideas on how to use books to teach across multi-modal and multi-subjects, including science, social studies, and literature.
Some of the workshops I have taught include:
* How to teach writing to students (professional development)
* Using technology to connect readers and authors virtually
* Using Fiction to Emphasize Science or STEM topics (presented at GA Libraries NSTA, NerdCamp,
* Teaching using multi-genre/multi-modal writing (professional development) - originally presented at NCTE/Atlanta
