Author Visits
Engaging Author Visits for Schools
If you're doing School Assemblies, why not make one an Author Visit?!
An Author visit is a great way to teach kids about the process behind creating a book and for them to connect with one of the people creating it. They can ask questions, learn about writing, and get inspired to create magic of their own!
All of my picture books end with a positive affirmation, and I absolutely enjoy sharing inspiring messages with kids!
According to the National Literacy Trust, pupils who had an author visit this academic year:
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Were twice as likely to read above the expected level for their age (31% vs 17%)
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Were more likely to enjoy reading (68% vs 47%) and writing (44% vs 32%)
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Were more likely to be highly confident in their reading (37% vs 25%) and writing (22% vs 17%)
I'm available to do library readings, school visits, readings to nursery groups, daycare centres, and church groups. I tailor the reading based on the age group. (Don't want three year olds wondering who the crazy woman with the powerpoint presentation is, or even worse, having milkshake chucked at it!)
Check out the infographic below to see how my visit would be compliant with the Reading Framework.
Types of Visits
Testimonials
We were overjoyed at how interactive the assemblies were, and in turn, how engaged the children were.
Although our school plans a decolonised curriculum, there were some important figures explored in the texts who we haven't taught the children about. In that way, it extended the school discussion around diversity, equity and inclusion.
English Lead,
Rathfern Primary School
Let’s Work Together
Get in touch to book a visit or enquire about the process.
