School & Daycare Visits
Frequently asked questions about school & daycare visits
What can I expect on a school visit?
My program is flexible, but usually takes an hour, and includes a talk about me and my books, a short reading, a writing game, and a Q&A session. I have prizes and giveaways, and I sign books, too.
What age group is your program right for?
My books and my author talk are best suited for kids in Preschool - Grade 3.
Will you travel for school visits?
Yes! I love to meet students all over the world.
How do I order your books for school visits?
You have a few options for ordering books. Contact me directly at [email protected]. for more information.
Do you do Skype sessions?
Yes, this feature will be offered in September 2017.
What are your rates and availability?
For more information about having me come to your school, please contact my booking agent, Justin McDonald at [email protected].
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Got kooky stories to share or silly
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Testimonials
Thomasine Mastrantoni / Library Media Specialist, Samuel J. Preston Elementary / Toronto, ON
We were thrilled to host an author visit with Lisa Bowen for our 1st-, 2nd-, and 3rd-graders. Lisa instantly created an environment of learning, exploration and discussion with our students. A true testament to an author’s ability to build readers, my students wanted to stay longer, join her for lunch, and most importantly, read more of her books. I can't keep my library copies on the shelves.
Debby Smith / 1st Grade Teacher, Sunrise Elementary School / Toronto, ON
Few books have captivated my entire class the way Eli's 1st Winter Carnival did. The only thing better than the book itself was meeting author Lisa Bowen in person! Ms. Bowen answered every single question about her life as a writer, the process of writing the book, and even her own childhood. Several students mentioned that they appreciated how she seemed genuinely interested in them and the questions they had. One student exclaimed, "I was right there with an author!" As a teacher, there is nothing that makes me happier than seeing my kids inspired to read and write. Meeting with Ms. Bowen gave 27 first graders that gift.
What can I expect on a school visit?
My program is flexible, but usually takes an hour, and includes a talk about me and my books, a short reading, a writing game, and a Q&A session. I have prizes and giveaways, and I sign books, too.
What age group is your program right for?
My books and my author talk are best suited for kids in Preschool - Grade 3.
Will you travel for school visits?
Yes! I love to meet students all over the world.
How do I order your books for school visits?
You have a few options for ordering books. Contact me directly at [email protected]. for more information.
Do you do Skype sessions?
Yes, this feature will be offered in September 2017.
What are your rates and availability?
For more information about having me come to your school, please contact my booking agent, Justin McDonald at [email protected].
Latest News & Events
Sign up for email updates!*
*Kids under 13, please ask a parent for permission
Contact me!
Got kooky stories to share or silly
questions to ask? Drop me a note [email protected]
Testimonials
Thomasine Mastrantoni / Library Media Specialist, Samuel J. Preston Elementary / Toronto, ON
We were thrilled to host an author visit with Lisa Bowen for our 1st-, 2nd-, and 3rd-graders. Lisa instantly created an environment of learning, exploration and discussion with our students. A true testament to an author’s ability to build readers, my students wanted to stay longer, join her for lunch, and most importantly, read more of her books. I can't keep my library copies on the shelves.
Debby Smith / 1st Grade Teacher, Sunrise Elementary School / Toronto, ON
Few books have captivated my entire class the way Eli's 1st Winter Carnival did. The only thing better than the book itself was meeting author Lisa Bowen in person! Ms. Bowen answered every single question about her life as a writer, the process of writing the book, and even her own childhood. Several students mentioned that they appreciated how she seemed genuinely interested in them and the questions they had. One student exclaimed, "I was right there with an author!" As a teacher, there is nothing that makes me happier than seeing my kids inspired to read and write. Meeting with Ms. Bowen gave 27 first graders that gift.
How to host a flawless school visit
Meeting an author is an experience children remember for a lifetime. Here are some planning tips that will help to make the visit memorable and pleasurable for everyone involved.
Preparing for the visit
The most important thing is to make sure the students are prepared—that they are aware the author is coming, that they know who he or she is, and that they have read, or have had read to them, at least a part of one of the author’s books. The students might also visit the author’s website to learn a little about him or her before the visit, and prepare questions in advance.
Next, make sure everyone else is prepared for the visit—the principal, the teachers, and the parents. If possible, invite the principal and parents to attend one of the visits. Everyone should be aware of the day and time of the visit, the author’s work, and how the visit will be beneficial to the students. Teachers might want to integrate ideas from the author visit into future lessons, so ask the author ahead of time if he or she can provide materials or ideas for classroom activities that build off of his or her books.
Lastly, be sure to check with the author about his or her a/v needs, and make sure that everything will be set up well before the students arrive.
Selling the books
An author visit is often more meaningful to a student if he or she can take a book home afterwards. Books may be sold before the day of the visit, or that day. Make sure to allow time at the visit for the author to sign all of the books.
Bulk orders are available, please email [email protected] for more information.
During the presentation
It helps to seat students with their own teachers. Make sure that the author is not in the position of having to act as disciplinarian.
After the presentation
Give the children opportunities to discuss the author’s visit. Some students may want to write to the author, some may want to work on their own stories, and others may want to try writing sequels or new endings to the author’s works. The possibilities for meaningful follow-ups are endless.
Ready to set up a visit?
For more information about having Lisa visit your school, please email [email protected]
Meeting an author is an experience children remember for a lifetime. Here are some planning tips that will help to make the visit memorable and pleasurable for everyone involved.
Preparing for the visit
The most important thing is to make sure the students are prepared—that they are aware the author is coming, that they know who he or she is, and that they have read, or have had read to them, at least a part of one of the author’s books. The students might also visit the author’s website to learn a little about him or her before the visit, and prepare questions in advance.
Next, make sure everyone else is prepared for the visit—the principal, the teachers, and the parents. If possible, invite the principal and parents to attend one of the visits. Everyone should be aware of the day and time of the visit, the author’s work, and how the visit will be beneficial to the students. Teachers might want to integrate ideas from the author visit into future lessons, so ask the author ahead of time if he or she can provide materials or ideas for classroom activities that build off of his or her books.
Lastly, be sure to check with the author about his or her a/v needs, and make sure that everything will be set up well before the students arrive.
Selling the books
An author visit is often more meaningful to a student if he or she can take a book home afterwards. Books may be sold before the day of the visit, or that day. Make sure to allow time at the visit for the author to sign all of the books.
Bulk orders are available, please email [email protected] for more information.
During the presentation
It helps to seat students with their own teachers. Make sure that the author is not in the position of having to act as disciplinarian.
After the presentation
Give the children opportunities to discuss the author’s visit. Some students may want to write to the author, some may want to work on their own stories, and others may want to try writing sequels or new endings to the author’s works. The possibilities for meaningful follow-ups are endless.
Ready to set up a visit?
For more information about having Lisa visit your school, please email [email protected]