Workshops and Author Visits
Dee is available for both virtual and in-person visits starting in late September. She prefers to stay in Southern Alberta, but will travel for multiple day bookings.
K to 3: How to Write a Mystery
Together, we’ll learn how to write a mystery using clues all around us! We’ll practice using the five senses, choosing the right creepy words, and how to create a curious setting.
*This is an interactive presentation for Kindergarten to grade three classrooms that encourages students to explore creative writing in a fun, collaborative manner.
Grade 4 to 6: Shadows and Screams: The Art of Writing Spooky Stories
This session will cover topics that range from ‘setting a spooky scene’ to ‘bringing your villain to life’ as well as the type of language and clues that writers use to build suspenseful plots.
Grades 4 to 6: Creating Catchy Characters
Have you ever thought about a character long after a book or movie has ended? In this session, we’ll learn how to create memorable characters that leap off the page. We’ll discuss character motivations, fears, likes and dislikes, and ‘that little something extra’ that gets a character stuck in our head.
K to 2: Classroom Storytime and Craft
Would your classroom like an author visit? Together, we'll read The Explorers aloud, play some games, and finish off with a fun craft that helps children grow their letter-writing skills while using their imagination.
Photo cred: Aaron Burden
Grades 7-9: Finding Your Writing Voice
In this session, we’ll discuss how to find your writing voice, develop compelling characters, and build a story that pulls the reader in. We’ll cover popular writers and discover different genres, including lyrical writing and spoken word. This session encourages a fun and interactive environment through writing games, role-playing, and exploring new forms of expression.
In-Person/Virtual Presentation Fees:
Recommended times are 30 minutes for Grades K-3, 45-50 minutes for Grades 4-12
Audience numbers are flexible, but groups of 30 or less are preferred when choosing workshops.
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30 minute presentation
for K-2
$150
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45 minute presentation
$200
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100 minutes (3-4 sessions)
$550
Teachers, do you have a specific topic or workshop in mind? Reach out to me, and let’s see what we can come up with together.