My name is
Margot Finke
and I am holding
Taconi and Claude - Double Trouble
my mid-grade adventure.
At my desk where I write books for kids.
(13x published so far - all with a WOW factor)
FREE Author Visits -
via SKYPE
via SKYPE
I am looking for teachers, librarians, or schools
that would like a Virtual School Visit from ME -
a children's author who loves to get
reluctant readers READING.
that would like a Virtual School Visit from ME -
a children's author who loves to get
reluctant readers READING.
With the economy in the dumps, and many schools feeling a definite pinch, an author visit via Skype and a Webcam makes sense. A Virtual School Visit will fill a very definite need. And I promise you informative fun. Just like my in-person school visits, I talk about how to write books, how you find an illustrator, and ways to write strong plots and rich characters. Then I read one of my latest books to YOUR class, answer questions, and maybe run a short lesson on writing.
I am more than happy to design my presentation
so that it fits the needs of YOUR class's curriculum.
so that it fits the needs of YOUR class's curriculum.
I encourage kids to use active and powerful words when writing.
The idea is to paint instant word pictures in your reader's head.
This makes the plot and the characters come alive.
This makes the plot and the characters come alive.
My collection of Australian aboriginal artifacts – boomerangs, message sticks and bark paintings etc are a big hit with classes. PLUS for me, answering children’s questions is always the highlight of any school visit.
Reading is a Magic Carpet Ride
to fun, adventure, and a chance for great educational opportunities – all from the safety of your comfy chair.
I would also love to offer your class,
+ any child that wants one,
A FREE copy of
+ any child that wants one,
A FREE copy of
Taconi and Claude's 21 Century Adventure.
This FREE, pdf is a
short time-travel adventure - and a fun read.
When a magical Boab tree sends Taconi spinning into the 21st century, Ruthie and Horatio (characters from 2 other books of mine) help Taconi and Claude find their way back to the 1950s where they belong.
These are the some of the books I am
currently reading in classrooms.
Picture Books
currently reading in classrooms.
Picture Books
I will send coloring sheets you can copy for the younger grades.
Young Teen Adventures
the
NITTY-GRITTY
NITTY-GRITTY
Negotiation is a game I love to play!
* I will donate a copy of my latest book to your school library.
The time I spend depends on your class needs and enthusiasm.
Younger grades, around 1/2 an hour - older students, 3/4 of an
hour and up.
* The teacher/librarian and I will need to put our heads together and
set up a visit date, a time, and a list of topics for me to chat about
to the students. I am happy to fit in with whatever the class needs.
The time I spend depends on your class needs and enthusiasm.
Younger grades, around 1/2 an hour - older students, 3/4 of an
hour and up.
* The teacher/librarian and I will need to put our heads together and
set up a visit date, a time, and a list of topics for me to chat about
to the students. I am happy to fit in with whatever the class needs.
The form will list books suitable for the class + payment options.
It will also include my e-mail and web address, so concerned parents
can read about my books, and contact me if they feel the need.
* Picture Books retail @ $9.95. or $10.95. Mid-grades $8.95.
I accept PAY PAL or a personal check - in US currency or a US bank.
Kindle, eReader and soft cover books books available online.
(Type my name or book title to find them)
* Autographed or small individual orders:
Email me ( mfinke@frontier.com ) for details + your name and address.
Add postage of $2.50 for each individual order.
Overseas postage is extra - please ask.
Add postage of $2.50 for each individual order.
Overseas postage is extra - please ask.
NOTE:
If your school is outside the USA,
If your school is outside the USA,
I am more than happy to visit YOUR classroom.
Please contact me so we can make specific arrangements
and sort out the time zone differences.
mfinke@frontier.com and sort out the time zone differences.
I am eager to read any and all comments
or suggestions left on this blog.
or suggestions left on this blog.
******************************
For teachers who are interested, I already have the details for a
Virtual Skype-Webcam School Visit
drawn up, and waiting to be specifically personalized . . .
by YOU
please e-mail me for further details.
mfinke@frontier.com
READ about my latest SKYPE school Visit here:
http://hookkidsonreading.blogspot.com/
******************************
For teachers who are interested, I already have the details for a
Virtual Skype-Webcam School Visit
drawn up, and waiting to be specifically personalized . . .
by YOU
please e-mail me for further details.
mfinke@frontier.com
READ about my latest SKYPE school Visit here:
http://hookkidsonreading.blogspot.com/
******************************
