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Dig Deep Explorers

We invite all explorers from Pre-K - Grade 2 to dive in with us! No supplies needed -- just bring your curiosity!

Alice McGinty

30 Minute Program

$120

Dig Deep Explorers (with The Sea Knows co-author, Alan Havis) (Pre-K - Grade 2)

Help young explorers learn to observe the natural world (even their own backyards) by starting with what they know and then asking questions which will help them reach wide and dig deep. This energetic program includes an interactive reading of The Sea Knows (2019, Simon and Schuster, illustrated by Stephanie Labaris), activities, music, and more!

"Oh my goodness! That was so much fun! I love the energy you and Alan brought to the presentation. Thank you!" - James Nesbitt, Soaring Heights Pre-K-8, Boulder, CO

"Wonderful! Kids had a great time! Not only did the students enjoy it, but it was also a good learning experience for them!" - Eastland Elementary School, Shannon, IL

"Thank you for this morning, it was great! I can hardly consider this work when i get to work with authors as wonderful as you both!" - Loren Limongelli, Book Revue, Huntington, NY

About the Author

Alice B. McGinty delights in igniting imaginations. As the award-winning author of over 40 children’s books, she makes fiction and non-fiction accessible, engaging, and fun.

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Be a Story Detective!

Story Detectives look at life and find stories. Writers ages 8-14 are invited to join award-winning author, Alice B. McGinty for this fun, interactive program to find out how they can be story detectives too.

Alice McGinty

45 Minute Program

$135

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Pancakes to Parathas: Breakfast Around the World

Author Alice B. McGinty will take you around the world with her award-winning book, Pancakes to Parathas: Breakfast Around the World! Travelers from Pre-K through grade 2, get on board!

Alice McGinty

30 Minute Program

$120

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What's So Funny?!

Writers ages 8-12, it's time to BREAK THE RULES! From outrageous characters and silly situations to pure nonsense, join award-winning author Alice B. McGinty to explore humor in writing and learn how to make your writing funny.

Alice McGinty

45 Minute Program

$135

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A Story for Small Bear

No dilly! No dally! Calling all readers Pre-K to K to join award-winning author Alice B. McGinty and Small Bear puppet for reading, music, and fun!

Alice McGinty

30 Minute Program

$120

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Children's At-Home Special Program

What if the author reads a book directly to you? Perfect! Reading from one of my books: Once upon a Poodle (for PrekK-1), The Upside-Down Gardener, The Adventures of the Poodle Posse series (for grades 1-3), plus a visual tell-tale about where I got my ideas. Includes a dedicated book for your child!

Chrysa Smith

30 Minute Program

$99

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Once upon a Poodle/PreK-1st Grade School Program

How to tickle little kiddos? Funny, endearing dog tales. I share how authors get ideas (including pics of my pooches at home) author/illustrator roles and tell the story of Once upon a Poodle. The story is of special interest to growing families, as one mini-poo searches for a new brother. Discount book sales are part of the program.

Chrysa Smith

30 Minute Program

$125

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Let's Talk Ocean Pollution with LOBSTAH GAHDEN!

Listen to author Alli Brydon read her picture book LOBSTAH GAHDEN, after which she will discuss the environmental themes of the book and share some ways young readers can become Ocean Activists. If there is time, Alli will guide the audience in a fun upcycling craft project and answer any questions about the book and being an author.

Alli Brydon

30 Minute Program

$135

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Don't Just Read Aloud--Trigger Your Child's Creative Thinking

Parents, learn how to expand your child's creative thinking through their favorite picture books and related hands-on activities.

Susan Robinson

45 Minute Program

$200

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