Laurie Lazzaro Knowlton

Author Talks

Are you interested in having an author speak to your group?

Would you like an author to spend a week at your school, working with the students and teachers?

Check out Laurie's programs below and contact Laurie today!

Author Day Programs
Have Laurie speak to your school or group!

Knowlton is a former teacher with 15 years of classroom experience. Knowlton offers three presentations a day. Her programs are age appropriate, eye catching, interactive, and inspirational. Her presentation illustrates book writing from idea to publication. Students will learn interesting facts about the publishing field and how their passion can become a reality through writing. Knowlton offers a packet of extended activities to fit the classroom curriculum.

Her elementary school schedule is as follows:

K-1st: 45 minutes

2nd-3rd: 60 minutes

4th & up: 60 minutes

Classroom teachers are to be present during the program.

*Note: She will need a lap-top with power point capabilities and a screen. A lapel microphone is also helpful.

Author-in-Residence Program

Have your own personal author-illustrator for a week!

Spend a week with author-illustrator, and former teacher, Laurie Lazzaro Knowlton enticing your teachers and students to a higher level of writing skill. All of Laurie's programs are age appropriate, curriculum motivated, interactive, educational, and most importantly, fun!

An exciting week provided by seasoned teacher, Author-Illustrator, Laurie Knowlton covering the basics to story writing: Main Character, Setting, Problem, Conflict, Crisis, Solution, Character Growth, Self-Editing, Critiquing Techniques, and Group Writing

The week consists of three, one-hour programs per day:

Monday: Teacher in-service and two large group programs

Tuesday-Thursday: Three one-hour programs of small groups

Friday: Two small group programs and one teacher in-service

*Notes:

- Laurie will adjust the programs to your school's needs.

- Several of Mrs. Knowlton's publishers offer a book discount so that if books are sold during the week the proceeds can help pay for her visit.

What People are Saying:

Teacher, Cindy Bacon said, "Laurie Knowlton is a vibrant, energetic speaker. The children were glued to her stories as they learned the basics of writing in a fun and entertaining way. As a former teacher, she has complete control while the children listen, act out, and write creatively."

Principal, Marianne Winemiller said, "Throughout her presentation, Mrs. Knowlton demonstrated a unique sensitivity to the developmental needs of children. She used a variety of approaches, including, felt board, slides, pictures, movement, acting, and even food to maintain interest. She made the writing process so much fun!"

"My children are still talking about Laurie Knowlton. She sure made a big impression on

my kids."

Parent, Darlene Beard: Eadmond, Oklahoma

"Thank you for doing the AUTHOR! AUTHOR! Program. You had something for everyone."

Children's Librarian, Monica Haney:

Medina, Ohio

"I loved your program! I liked it when we got to move to the steps of publication! Who knew I could use writing to get my dream job!

Student, Kate: Venice, Flordia