"As a principal, you want the children to see
assemblies that will enhance their learning and inspire them. Your assembly did
just that."~Principal, Lindeneau School, Edison
"Several teachers have told me you were the best author
we have had at our school! " ~Jaggard School PTA president,
Marlton, NJ
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"This was the very, VERY best author
program that we have ever had at our school." ~ 3rd grade
teacher, Shoemaker School, Woodstown, NJ
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“I thought the program was wonderful! The
children were engaged the whole time. My favorite part was the humor that she
integrated into the presentation.” ~Teacher, Lyncrest Elementary
School
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"She
put on an incredible assembly. The kids were engaged. It was like
she was a creative classroom teacher with a really big class. She even
brainstormed with them and combined characters with events to come up with a
wacky creative, funny story. ~Reading Teacher, Menlo Park Elementary,
NJ
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"She was full of fresh writing tips and
enforced how important positive thinking is and where it can take you.” ~Eagle
Rock School teacher, Eagle Rock, VA
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"I really
liked how she brought a book with her that she wrote in 2nd grade. This
showed the kids that one time she wrote just like them, and now she's
a famous author. She also brought her "rejection letters" which
sent a good message for the kids to never give up on their dreams."
~Teacher, Menlo Park Elementary
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“She discussed the power of words and what
elements are needed to make a good story. This supports what we teach in
writing workshop.” ~Teacher, Darlington Elementary, MD
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“The author was enthusiastic and
motivational. The students were further encouraged to write, and recognized
ongoing growth as a writer." ~Southfield School PTA member, Shreveport,
LA
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“A winner! The author was animated, knew how
to interest the children and hold their attention.” ~Teacher, McKinley
Elementary, Des Moines, IA
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“I thought the program was wonderful! The
children were engaged the whole time. My favorite part was the humor that she
integrated into the presentation.” ~Teacher, Lyncrest Elementary School, NJ
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“The students learned what it takes to
be an author. They also learned that it is possible for all of them (even at
this young age) to become authors and write their own stories. An amazing
presentation!” ~Teacher, Star Hill School, Dover, DE
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"I couldn't believe she kept my
kindergarten class captivated for a full hour!"~Teacher, Bend Gate
School, Henderson, KY
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RACHELLE'S AUTHOR VISIT PROMISES TO:
~ PERSONAL ESSAY WRITING WORKSHOP: Originally designed to help students write personal narratives for applications to private high schools or college, with a proven record of success. Helpful in all aspects of essay writing (click here for details)
~STORYTELLING programs for ages 2-7 : "MOTHER GOOF" makes story time come alive with creative dramatics, story board, masks, puppets,and other props. She enchants young audiences with a series of hysterically funny, energetic, and interactive tales.
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| Virtual Author/School Visits via Skype available also! |
- Motivate students to read, write and express themselves
- Reinforce classroom instruction (compatible with Common Core)
- Help students to approach revisions with a positive attitude
- Demonstrate the rewards of perseverance
- Offer students a chance to experience the joy and excitement of meeting a local author
PROGRAMS:
~ASSEMBLY PROGRAM:
"Meet Your Inner Creative Genius": This dynamic assembly program
emphasizes the importance of creativity, imagination, and determination,
and includes discussion of the Four R's: Read, Research, 'Rite, Revise.
(See "Program Elements" below for full description)
~PARENT / FAMILY PROGRAMS: Build your own family program! Mix and match:
#1: "Fostering a Family Reading/Writing Culture": Enlightening and entertaining evening assembly that shows parents and children how to bring reading and writing into their every day lives in simple, fun ways--even for the reluctant readers and writers. Examples provided in a lively, humorous presentation; handouts with tips are provided to parents. This program is popular for Family Night events, and are especially after a school assembly day.
~PARENT / FAMILY PROGRAMS: Build your own family program! Mix and match:
#1: "Fostering a Family Reading/Writing Culture": Enlightening and entertaining evening assembly that shows parents and children how to bring reading and writing into their every day lives in simple, fun ways--even for the reluctant readers and writers. Examples provided in a lively, humorous presentation; handouts with tips are provided to parents. This program is popular for Family Night events, and are especially after a school assembly day.
#2: Storytelling (see description of Storytelling by Mother Goof, below)
#3: Story building group workshop, demonstrating how we come up with
ideas, characters, and details through "brainstorming."
~SMALL GROUP WRITING WORKSHOPS (can combine with assembly sessions):
WRITING RODEO!--"A bumpy but exciting ride!" Focuses on the revision process, adding detail, choosing livelier verbs, and integrating dialogue.
~PRESCHOOL and KINDERGARTEN: Special Author Visit programs for the very young; includes storytelling and/or book reading following age-appropriate presentation about making stories. Rachelle touches on the importance of curiosity, creativity, and imagination. With a lively and often hysterical PowerPoint presentation, the author talks about how story ideas are born, and how even the youngest child can create a book.
WRITING RODEO!--"A bumpy but exciting ride!" Focuses on the revision process, adding detail, choosing livelier verbs, and integrating dialogue.
~PRESCHOOL and KINDERGARTEN: Special Author Visit programs for the very young; includes storytelling and/or book reading following age-appropriate presentation about making stories. Rachelle touches on the importance of curiosity, creativity, and imagination. With a lively and often hysterical PowerPoint presentation, the author talks about how story ideas are born, and how even the youngest child can create a book.
~ PERSONAL ESSAY WRITING WORKSHOP: Originally designed to help students write personal narratives for applications to private high schools or college, with a proven record of success. Helpful in all aspects of essay writing (click here for details)
~STORYTELLING programs for ages 2-7 : "MOTHER GOOF" makes story time come alive with creative dramatics, story board, masks, puppets,and other props. She enchants young audiences with a series of hysterically funny, energetic, and interactive tales.
