Description
Alisha grew up with the mantra that you need to read to succeed. As a result, she firmly believes the most powerful tool a person can possess is effective communication.
These passionate beliefs resound in every presentation Mrs. Wells gives to audiences of all sizes.
When you purchase this presentation, which is the highest tier option currently offered, you will be receiving several elements to help instill these same life lessons into your students or community members.
This in-person author visit package includes:
- A press kit to aid in the advertising of your event
- A personal visit with a presentation geared specifically for your audience
- A digital download of classroom activities
- A complimentary signed copy of Alisha’s book for your library
Optional Free Add-ons
- One free family evening program scheduled during your event
- A drawing promoting “Kindness Awareness” preceding the author visit (please reach out for more information)
Pricing Levels for Alternative Visit Options
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Evening Family Event (approximately 1 hour): $200
This activity engages literacy at a family level, and engages hands-on components to enliven the family-focused event. Typically this is also an opportunity for students to bring their personal copies of Alisha’s titles to be signed by the author. When possible, additional books will be made available to interested parties.
Mrs. Wells values books in hands over earning a commission. There are pricing options available where a portion of the presentation fee can be met with the school or library purchasing a predetermined number of Alisha’s books. Please reach out to alisha@heartfirebooks for those details.
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School Presentation: $250 – $400
A school day program can take many forms, from a visit to individual classrooms, to grade-based presentations in a larger gathering space, or a full assembly-style programing. The option needed by the school would be determined together with the school staff and the author for the specific event.
Generally speaking, a half day (either morning or afternoon )is $250. A full day (with a break for lunch) is $400.
The author reserves the right to adjust the final presentation fee total when the specific needs of the school are known, and will submit a proposed invoice for final approval by the school administration or planning committee.
The fee for one day of programming will not be more than $400 ($500 if the organization has elected to schedule the author’s premium event), but under the right circumstances could be as little as $300-$250. This is most commonly achieved with a portion of the fee being met by the purchase of copies of Alisha’s books. Please reach out to alisha@heartfirebooks for those details.
Empowering Active Readers
Whether in-person or online, this visit with author/illustrator Alisha Wells can serve a key aspect to your reading/writing/art curriculum. It can also just be a wonderful adventure to see a real-world application of in-class material.
If a visit with Mrs. Wells is something you believe would be enriching your student’s learning experience, but you are navigating a modest budget or need a more concise presentation, please consider the Response Video option or reaching out to Alisha in an email to discuss your individual needs.
For more information please email [email protected]
Program Outline
Classroom presentation
Alisha has developed a classroom presentation that can be easily adapted to the appropriate learning level of the audience by incorporating state standard topics in her discussion. Subjects Alisha enjoys speaking on include the love of reading, the process of writing and essential editing, methods of illustration, the value of kindness and inclusivity, the power of effective communication. If there is a particular topic you would especially like to have your audience hear, please reach out prior to the visit to ensure the proper adaptations are made to the program.
Frequently Asked Questions
The approach Mrs. Wells takes during FAQ sessions is that the only foolish question is the one that goes unasked. It takes courage to share a person’s thoughts and curiosity, and it is Mrs. Wells’s earnest intent to treat each question asked as sincere and meaningful. Certainly the answers will take into account the delicate balance of inquisition and time allotment. When scheduling her rotations at your venue, please budget sufficient time for the presentation, a FAQ, AND the transition from classroom to classroom.
Active Participant Engagement
The more familiar your audience is with the artistic work of Mrs. Wells, the more enriching the experience will be for your students or members. Consider having individuals prepare questions they would like to have answered during the FAQ portion of the presentation. The topics of these questions are up to you, but several possibilities include:
- Details surrounding the writing and illustration of Alisha’s published works (i.e. inspirations behind the story, tools used for illustrating, the editorial process, or the research that takes place behind the writing of a story)
- Reinforcement of strong active reading skills and literacy
- Encouragement of clear and powerful writing techniques
- Alisha’s future publications
- Description of a writing career
This portion of the presentation is perhaps one of the most memorable times of the event for both the author and the participants. Mrs. Wells also recognizes, however, that not everyone is able to find their voice in a crowd – even when one has a compelling question on their heart. It is Alisha’s hope that every genuine question gets an answer, and has developed a system for making sure this happens. When scheduling your event, please ask for more details.
Supplemental Material
The digital download includes an assortment of printable activities to reinforce reading comprehension and creative expression of the story’s themes. These materials can be used throughout the course of the virtual visit.
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