Presentations
My presentations are lively, interactive and curriculum-linked. I love talking to children and adults about writing, stories, and books. Some of my favourite topics are:
- the writing process, from inspiration through research, writing, and editing
- social activism and empowering kids (how kids and books are changing the world)
- finding creative passion, and turning dreams into reality
A good author presentation is a memorable and inspiring experience. Librarians report students racing to the library to check out books, and whole classes declaring that they want to become writers when they grow up. Teachers have gone on to tap this enthusiasm with exciting results.
I’ve spoken with a variety of groups, ranging from preschoolers to university professors. I tailor my multimedia presentations to the age, interests and size of each audience, and length can range from 30 minutes to a full day. For descriptions of my school presentations, please click here.
For more information about how to prepare for an author visit, please click here.
Here’s what teachers have said about my presentations:
“Michelle’s experience presenting to young audiences in various settings was evident as she demonstrated flexibility, enthusiasm and passion for reading and writing.”
- Middle school teacher, Toronto, ON
“She delivered a varied and interactive presentation that had a challenging class of grade 4 and 5 students mesmerized.”
- Teacher-librarian, Victoria, BC
“Her concise and engaging approach made her one of the most effective presenters I’ve seen in the last ten years.”
- Grade five teacher, Victoria, BC
I have made presentations or led writing workshops at:
Port Medway Children’s Reader’s Festival; Word on the Street Vancouver; York University; Chistianne’s Lyceum for Literature and Art; Green College, UBC; Esquimalt Children’s Story Festival; Victoria Children’s Literature Roundtable; Victoria International Development Education Association’s Words at Work; schools and libraries throughout Victoria and Vancouver; and schools and libraries across Ontario as part of TD Children’s Book Week.