Invite an Author!
Presentations for ECS - Grade 6 A
lively author visit that will pass along enthusiasm for reading and
writing to students of all ages. Topics include getting ideas and
helping them to grow, creating characters, finding great endings, the
difficult magic of rewriting, the reward of unusual research and
working with an illustrator. For older students there will be greater
discussion of story process. For the younger crowd there will be
chants, finger plays and story involvement . Fun for all... including
Hazel herself!
Presentation / Workshop for
Teachers and Librarians
Images, Ideas and Imagination
- a wide ranging and insightful exploration into the creation of
Hazel's picture books and novels. Exercises to help teachers
encourage students in their own writing will be included if workshop
format is chosen.
Writing for Children
Workshop
For adults interested in writing children's
books, a discussion of picture books and children's novels with
information regarding rewriting, working with an illustrator,
presentation of manuscripts, marketing and helpful organizations.
Recommendations
With her wide-range of award-winning literature, Hazel's appeal to various age groups is unique. From picture books to early chapter books to novels for accomplished readers, there is something for each reader/writer to choose from. It was wonderful to be able to offer such a variety of Canadian stories to our children and then to have them interact with the author at their level of interest. (Teacher-Librarian Patricia Farley of the Calgary Public School Board)
We were delighted with the quality of her presentations. She has the ability to make her presentations both educational and entertaining; the students enjoyed her upbeat, energetic style while learning about the writing process. The rapport that she developed with them during her presentations has translated into an enthusiasm for reading and writing stories. (Janice Reynolds of The Near North District School Board, Ontario)
Other
talks and workshops available on request. Rates and dates available
by e-mail. Please contact me at hjhutch@telusplanet.net.
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