VIRTUAL SCHOOL VISITS - Skype Makes it Happen!: #Magic Carpet of Books

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Thursday, June 28, 2018

LATEST SKYPE CLASSROOM VISIT.

CLICK HERE

To READ "Specific" DETAILS of my "NEW"
SKYPE AUTHOR PRESENTATION.

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This time, my Skype Presentation and
Magic Carpet of 16 Books,
visited

ARGENTINA!

The students were delightful, with beautiful smiles and many interesting and pertinent questions to ask about the two books of mine they were reading.

The Revenge of Thelma Hill
and
Down Under Calling

Their english was awesome, as was that of their Principal and her teachers. English is taught there as a second language, and French as the third.

We covered a lot ground--reading, writing, global themes, and more. The Principal asked me to stay longer, and I was happy to do so--approx 1 1/2 hours in all. YEA!!

The connection was not the best, but we didn't allow that to interfere with our globally themed exchange of thoughts,
books, and ideas.

We plan a return engagement.

SKYPE Makes it Happen!

A small segment of the class.

Video of me and the class interacting.

My voice sounds different--husky and much deeper.
Oh well, being there with the students
is what really matters--Right?

Email me
mfinke@frontier.com
if you would like a Skype Author Visit
for your students.

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Magic Carpet of Books
Autographed + Amazon and Kindle
http://www.margotfinke.com

Wednesday, March 21, 2018

CLASSROOM SKYPE FREEBIES

To READ "Specific" DETAILS of my New SKYPE
AUTHOR PRESENTATION

CLICK HERE

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Margot’s
SKYPE AUTHOR VISIT

FREE to Classrooms
EMAIL ME
for "Freebies"you think might be helpful.

BOOK CATALOGUE--Sneak Peek at chapters,
covers and rhyme. Makes coosing easier!

"Writing Secrets" fun Classroom
writing help (pdf)

Aussie Christmases Remembered
A loving tribute to my mum

Shortstory with 3 of my characters.
A fun "Time Travel" adventure.

FREE (pdf) Books
Show well on large classroom screen.

Aussie Recipe Book.
The food I loved eating when I lived in Australia.

Grammar Lesson!

Story Writing

Pace and Tension

TEACHER HELP -- on Pinterest

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Magic carpet of Books
SKYPE --Author Classroom Visits
http://www.margotfinke.com

mfinke@frontier.com

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Sunday, December 24, 2017

A CHANGE for “Skype Author Visits.”

READ
Specific DETAILS for
my "NEW" 2018 SKYPE AUTHOR

PRESENTATIONS

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ALSO
Now Offering
FREE 30 min BOOK READINGS
for Kindergarten and Grade One
EMAIL for DETAILS

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Dear Teachers:

I have always loved Skyping into classrooms, and encouraging students to read and to write stories for themselves. For years I have offered this service FREE. However, times have changed—and authors also must pay bills.

Beginning in 2018,

My FEE for a “Skype Author Visit” will be
the PURCHASE of at least 2x of my BOOKS.

Approx $20.00 —including postage,
book discount, and autograph.

MY FUN and EDUCATIONAL PRESENTATION
STAYS THE SAME
As do the FREE BOOKS (pdf), plus WRITING HELPERS
and COLORING SHEETS I always send.

PRESENTATION:

I create presentations that fit each individual class.

OVERVIEW:
I begin by introducing myself as an Aussie Transplant now living in Oregon. I tell a little about growing up Down Under, show cool Aboriginal artifacts, and read from one of my books. Then I go into how books are written, and where my inspiration comes from. I also stress the importance of powerful words, focus, plus strong plots and characters.

Visits to older grades receive a more in-depth chat about the writing process, and I use the FREE Writing Helpers I send as talking points. At the end, a fun Q and A allows for a sharing of ideas and writing know-how. This is often the highlight of my visit.

NOTE: I always send a reminder ahead of time, with
Writing Helpers, Coloring Sheets, and several FREE
(pdf) Books for you to read to your class, including my
Fairdinkum Aussie Recipe Book
(food I loved to eat as a kid Down Under)

*My Teacher Study Guide
covers all my books
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“My Magic Carpet of Books.”

As the author of 16 Books for children,
I truly believe my small fee is “doable” for most schools.

Do consider, that My BOOKS will continue to
offer fun and educational opportunities
long after my visit is over.

Margot Finke,
Hoping we can enjoy 2018 together-
HOOKING KIDS on READING. . . and Writing.

WEBSITE — AMAZON —
READ SAMPLE CHAPTERS to your Class

TIME ZONE CONVERTER

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Teacher RECOMMENDATION - Skype Author Visit.

By Geri Downey,English Teacher Coordinator at Jump Immersion School. Geri was a Skype client of Margot’s ******************************************** Margot skyped with my 1st and 2nd grade class, and took us on a "Magic Carpet Ride" of books. Our experience was nothing short of amazing! The students have not stopped talking about it! Her love of books, writing, and children was very evident from the moment we started. The children were enthralled as they learned all about "The Land Down Under". Her use of visuals was so engaging, and her lyrical reading of "Ruthie and The Hippo's Fat Behind" had the children hypnotized. Margot had a natural ability to make each child feel important and valued for their contributions when they asked questions. Most of all, even the most reluctant writers in the class came back the next day telling me that they could not wait to write stories and books to share with her! Now THAT is a gift! Thank you, Margot!

SKYPE VISITS - Pending

CHILDREN CARE DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATION Kihesa, Tanzania. NOTE from Margot Finke: I hope to send books that can be read on their computers, and do Skype Visits with orphans + adult women and mothers. These kids and mothers need a leg up + some basic information and help. See a picture of the orphans above. *************** At the end of July 2014 I will be visiting Perth, Australia, to Skype with two different classes about my books, how I write them, and what makes a story great. I will also be reading to them and answering lots of their questions. I am sure we will ALL have fun. And for me it will be a trip back to my Aussie homeland - YEA!!! *************** LATEST SKYPE DESTINATION: On July 17th I will be Skyping with a Summer Camp in Casablanca, Morocco! YES, YOU READ THAT RIGHT!! They are teaching kids English - among other subjects. How COOL is that? If a little translation is needed, the teacher will supply it. Can'5 Wait to fly my Magic Carpet of books to Morocco. **************

PREVIOUS SKYPE STOPS

AUG 2014:
TRUE BLUE LIBRARIAN - Aussie Library Blog.
They featured an article by me. I chat about Skype visits in general, and my fun visit to Librarian Libby's Perth classroom last month. I am happy to fly my FREE Magic Carpet of Books into classrooms anywhere the time zones permit. All I ask is that either the school or the parents buy a few of my books.

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JULY 2014:
I also visited Perth, Australia, in July. Great to hear all those Aussie voices again. Such smart and enthusiastic first graders, too. And the connection was crystal clear. Interacting with children and reading to them is a huge adrenalin boost for me!!

Will visit another of their classes this Monday - 28th. Looking forward to it!!

Amazon Australia also has most of my books. YEA!!!

NOTE: My second visit went off as well as my first - just a different class. I do love HOOKING kids on reading - no matter where they live!!

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In July I did two Skype Visits to a Moroccan Summer School that also taught English and arts. Each visit was a wonderful experience. The first time I met the teacher, some of the class, and her US assistant who came from my own state of Oregon - YEA!! Second visit was to read Horatio Humble and share in the final day celebration of the Summer School activities. The WiFi was not as good as the first visit, but I got to chat with the kids, and answer questions from their parents. Awesome. I will visit them again, as the teacher has requested it.

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JUNE 2014:
SKYPING IN A HOSPITAL SCHOOL:
Earlier this month I visited a hospital classroom in Utah. The kids had such fun with my Magic Carpet of Books, and asked a lot of questions about them and how I wrote them. The ages were form 8 to 15 years, so there was a lot of variety in the Q and A. I had a terrific time, and they got to forget why they were there for a little while. a WIN WIN for everyone!!

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I made a Skype Author Visit to a classroom in Auckland, New Zealand. They were so enthusiastic and smart. They even made a Video about my visit. I was thrilled and humbled. Read about it HERE

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I also Skyped with high school teens in New Delhi, India. They asked so many questions. It was wonderful to see so many enthusiastic kids interested in reading and writing.

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NOTE The only limit to an author visit to schools anywhere in the world are the Time Zones. They must work with where YOU live, as well as where the schools are situated.

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SKYPE THANK YOU NOTES from TEACHERS

From a happy New Jersey teacher:

"Thank you so much for our class skype today! The children learned so much, and cannot stop talking about it! They took your suggestions for writing to heart and are excited to begin writing their own stories tomorrow! LOVED this experience! Thank you!"
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SKYPE Inspires a Class:

Hi Margot,

I just wanted to let you know that my students have been working hard on writing their own stories since skyping with you. They were wondering if you might have time to Skype with us again to listen to their stories.

One little boy in particular has been so enthusiastic about this that he has been asking to work on his "book" every day since skyping with you. It is a very short story, but he could NOT be any prouder! You have really made an impression on him, as well as the other students! Thank you for this!

If you ever have time to skype with us again, they would LOVE to share their stories with you!

AND I AM GOING BACK TO HEAR THEIR STORIES AS SOON AS WE SETTLE ON A DATE.

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Geralyn Downey shared your link: "To my teacher friends. Our class skyped with Margot Finke, children's author, and we LOVED it. Please watch this, and consider having her visit your class via skype. Believe me, you will love it! She was fantastic!"

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VIRTUAL SCHOOL VISITS - Skype Makes it Happen!

Thursday, June 28, 2018

LATEST SKYPE CLASSROOM VISIT.

Wednesday, March 21, 2018

CLASSROOM SKYPE FREEBIES

Sunday, December 24, 2017

A CHANGE for “Skype Author Visits.”

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