Thank you for your
wonderful presentation about "Priscilla and the Hollyhocks". Over
50 of our members enjoyed this educational activity. It was very
interesting how you started off by talking about the extensive research
you did and what it took to write this book. The kids were all so
interested since you used visuals such as maps, pictures, and old
records. Jeopardy was also a nice way to tie in what the kids
understood from the story. The part of the presentation that I
thought drew in the kids the most was when you had kids act out the
different scenes in the book. Thanks so much for taking the time
to come to the Club.
Raquel A. Nova, Director of Education
Boys and Girls
Club of Lawrence |
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The author visited my classroom to share her story with my students, and to encourage them to share their own stories. Anne's presentation completely captivated my young students--even the most reticent and recently-arrived, limited-English students were anxious to share. Her warm and encouraging manner drew every child into the discussion. Shy Mama's Halloween is a book that encourages children to think about our different experiences and attitudes in an accepting and open-minded manner.
Nancy Breslin, K-1 teacher
Juan Cabrillo Elementary, Malibu, CA |
Through Anne's book and presentation my students experienced a new awareness and perspective of the world around them. She was the facilitator; the students found the connections. It was fabulous.
Kris Jennings, 4th grade teacher
Point Dume Marine Science Elementary |
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SCHOOL PRESENTATIONS, WORKSHOPS AND RESIDENCIES
Classroom presentations (P) can vary from 40 minutes to one hour, depending on
the student age-level (K-8th grade) and school's needs. I prefer groups of no
more than 60 at a time so I can give kid-friendly, energetic presentations that
involve and interact with all participants. I bring lots of Show and Tell items,
including samples of my childhood writing. Writing workshops (W) vary from one
hour to a half-day session, are for one classroom at a time, and can be tailored
to your class/school needs. For local-area schools I am available to come for
writing workshops on an ongoing basis for classrooms or after-school programs.
PRISCILLA AND THE HOLLYHOCKS (P)
Explore the world of a young
slave girl in the early 1800s. Discover "the story behind the
story:" how did the author find out about real-life Priscilla?
What clues did Priscilla and Basil Silkwood leave about their
lives? Includes dressing up to act out the story, a Jeopardy
game (categories: Priscilla's story, Slavery, Flowers, Cherokees)
and making tissue paper hollyhock dolls. Grades 2 -
5
SHY MAMA'S HALLOWEEN (P)
Through the story of one Russian immigrant
family, students will understand what immigrants past and present
face as they adjust to their new homes. They will explore the
courage it takes for someone to move to a new country, brainstorm
ways they can befriend new students and immigrants, discover how
Halloween is a uniquely American holiday, learn how this picture
book evolved from idea to publication, and get an overview of the
publishing process. Grades K - 5
YOU TOO CAN BE A WRITER! (P)
This inspiring program encourages all students to be readers and writers: the genesis of ideas; brainstorming a story; first drafts; why revision matters; making a dummy or paste-up; final drafts; one author's writing process. Includes a student writing exercise, Q and A, and teacher handout on writing resources for young writers. Grades 2 - 5
THE CHEROKEE TRAIL OF TEARS (P or W)
Why were almost 16,000
Cherokee Indians forced to walk over 800 miles from their homeland
in the southeastern United States to Indian Territory in 1838? Why
is this experience called “The Trail of Tears?” Anne will
personalize this history lesson with information on Jane Bushyhead,
the 14 year old Cherokee girl who is the protagonist of my Young
Adult novel-in-progress. Workshops will involve students in creating
their own retelling of the Trail of Tears from different
viewpoints. Grades 5 - 12
JUST IMAGINE! (W)
Where
do ideas come from? This workshop in creativity gives concrete,
literature-based examples of where ideas come from with interactive,
hands-on activities. Students create their own written work about a
"memory object" in an exercise that teachers can build on. Handouts
for teachers to use at their leisure. This workshop can be tailored
to connect to the current class curriculum. Grades 3 -
5
RESEARCH DETECTIVES (W or P)
How is a writer like a detective? What clues do long-ago people leave that tell us about their lives? Students learn about primary and secondary sources, artifacts, archives. Using Priscilla and the Hollyhocks, students follow the author's investigation of a young slave girl's historical trail. What tools are available to research detectives and how can students use those tools in their own writing? In workshops, students will choose an era of history and brainstorm a story about their own historical character. Teacher handouts include a research exercise and fiction writing assignment based on a primary source; definitions page; author's writing process; resource list for young writers. Grades 5 -
8
RESIDENCY IN WRITING HISTORICAL FICTION (4-6 weeks)
Would
you like your class to learn research skills and critical thinking
as they immerse themselves in a social studies/writing project? This
residency includes a field trip to the local historical society
and/or oldest town cemetery, 4-6 weeks of presentations and directed
writing concluding with an Author’s Tea featuring students reading
their individual works of historical fiction. Students will delve
into a specific period of history (teacher choice) as they learn
about characterization, plot, setting, choosing titles and other
author choices. (One hour/week.) Grades 4 - 12
References on any of these programs available on request.
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PRICING SCHEDULE FOR THE 2011-2012 SCHOOL
YEAR
- Merrimack Valley, Massachusetts area visits (up to a 1 hour drive from my home)
---daily fee: $700 (up to 4 presentations or one all-day classroom workshop)
---half day: $400 (2 presentations)
- Boston area visits (1-2 hour drive)
---daily fee of $750 plus mileage and meals
- New England visits (more than a two hour drive with two day minimum*)
---$800 daily fee plus mileage, overnight accommodations and meals
- Outside New England (two day minimum*)
---$900 daily fee, airfare and local transportation, overnight accommodations and meals
*For out-of-town visits, schools may team together to make the two day minimum.
Fees are negotiable depending on a school's particular situation.
I may be able to accommodate your budget under specific circumstances.
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SCHOOL VISIT PACKET
Author photo
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Author bio
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Spotlight on Anne Broyles |
Autographed book order form
Preparation for the Visit
Visits are most meaningful
when students have read (or had read to them) at least one of my books. You may
want to have kids brainstorm questions they might want to ask me.
Book Sales
I
am happy to autograph books for those students who want to purchase a copy. You
can send the order form above home with students before my visit so you know how
many copies to order. You can order my books through your local bookstore or Charlesbridge (800-225-3214, orders @
www.charlesbridge.com). Charlesbridge is happy to work with schools
to make ordering as easy as possible.
Equipment Needs
I need a display table, lavalier microphone, DLP projector and screen.
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PAST SCHOOL VISITS
Some of the schools I've visited:
- Maple Elementary, Newbury Park, CA
- Woodland Elementary, Costa Mesa, CA
- Granada Elementary, Alhambra, CA
- Finley Elementary, Westminster, CA
- Luther Burbank Elementary, Long Beach,CA
- PS1 Elementary, Santa Monica, CA
- Red Hill Elementary, Tustin, CA
- Whittier Elementary, Costa Mesa, CA
- St. Michael's Parish School, Tucson, AZ
- Kaiser Elementary, Costa Mesa, CA
- Marguerita Elementary, Alhambra, CA
- Brightwood Elementary, Monterey Park, CA
- Killybrooke Elementary, Costa Mesa, CA
- Boys and Girls Club of Lawrence, Lawrence, MA
- South Elementary School, Andover, MA
- Kittredge Elementary, North Andover, MA
- Thomsen School, North Andover, MA
- Sargent Elementary, North Andover, MA
- Parthum Elementary, Lawrence, MA
- Atkinson Elementary, North Andover, MA
- Franklin Elementary, North Andover, MA
- Bancroft Elementary, Andover, MA
- West Elementary, Andover, MA
- Ambrose Elementary, Winchester, MA
- Lincoln Elementary, Winchester, MA
- Haynes Elementary, Sudbury, MA
- Esperanza Academy, Lawrence, MA
- Boxford Academy,
Boxford, MA
- Dover-Sherborn Middle School, Dover, MA
- Vinson Owen Elementary School, Winchester, MA
- Muraco Elementary School, Winchester, MA
- Franklin Classical Charter School, Franklin, MA
- Pike School, Andover, MA
- Mother Caroline Academy, Dorchester, MA
- Peter Noyes Elementary School, Sudbury, MA
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Here's a great resource for you as you plan an author's visit:
"How to Ensure a Terrific Visit by Toni Buzzeo and Jane Kurtz"
For more information and to talk about possible school visit dates, please email me at annebroyles@annebroyles.com.
