Author Presentation – KGD – Gr. 8

Author Presentation For KGD to Gr. 8

“Reading & writing changes a life forever. I found purpose in my life through reading and writing. I’d even say it saved my life. My stories have become a beacon of hope for others. Reading is food for the brain. Writing takes that food, analyzes it, organizes it, adds imagination & creativity to it, and then shares it with the world.”

The Colourful World Of Reading & Writing. My integrated discussion takes students through the worlds of writing and reading, piquing an interest and enjoyment in writing their own adventures, and creating an appreciation for any story they dive into. This workshop opens the door to imagination and the creativity of story-making using tried and true story writing tools and techniques. Through my own experiences as a National Bestselling author, I take students along the path to creating their own stories and expanding their imagination. From A Quarter Past Three (Turtles Publishing, Canada, 2001 & 2003), to Two Sides To The Story: Living A Lie (Chipmunka Publishing, UK, 2013). From my new illustrated picture book, Sally (Chipmunka Publishing, UK, 2015), to my latest book, Reflections From Another Side (Chipmunka Publishing, UK, 2018), this presentation is meant to inspire students to see the world anew with the stroke of a pen, or the turn of a page. Reading & writing are a gift, and each influences the other. The more you read, the better you write. The more you write, the better you read. An awareness of this connection creates innovation and fosters heightened creativity.

Themes of presentation:

• Creating a new perspective when it comes to reading & writing
• Demonstrating the strong connection between reading & writing
• Writing saved my life: an author’s point of view
• The writing process from an idea to publication
• YES, EDITING matters!
• Sharing your story with others.
• Share any talent you have with others. Talents bring joy. Talents heal the individual. Talents heal the audience. Talents inspire and bring forth purpose and fulfillment. This is especially crucial as we continue to deal with the Covid-19 pandemic.
• Power of the written word – the importance of “WHY” and “WHAT” we write
• Writing & reading impacts & changes the world.

Changing Schools One Word At A Time

Since 2013, I have hosted over 70 presentations and workshops on the gifts of reading and writing. I would love to come out to your school to present to your staff and students.

Literacy. It is one of the most important gifts bestowed upon us, yet so many students lack the education and resources necessary to read and write effectively. They are the building blocks of all learning. With effective use of these critical skills, we foster an enjoyment in learning and in life. We create a passion which will lead to future success down any chosen path.

Iliteracy. When a child cannot write or read, they lack a desire to speak up, to reach out, and to share their ideas, their stories, their adventures. Grades suffer, motivation drops, and there is a higher  likelihood they will drop out of school before graduation. With a strong base of reading and writing, a student is equipped for subsequent learning and lifelong success. If we can instill an enjoyment in these areas, imagination and creativity will do the rest. As an author of 6 publications, my presentation stirs this energy, this joy, creating a yearning to reach for more in reading and writing, and in life. We can change our schools one word at a time and, in turn, avoid the debilitating effects of illiteracy. We all have a story to share. My own journey proves that sharing your story will not only change your life, but also the lives of those you impact.

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