History Kids Care About

How do you go to the bathroom in a suit of armor? Were there dogs on the Mayflower? What's a fast-acting poison that can't be traced? What insect has caused the most misery in human history? When was underwear invented? A lively, interactive discussion about the history that kids really want to know about.

Sarah Albee

45 Minute Program

$300

After Sarah briefly introduces some of her books and explains how and why she chose her topics, she'll invite kids (and adults) to ask all the questions they want to ask, and even questions they didn't KNOW they wanted to ask, about how ordinary people in history lived their lives. A lively discussion is guaranteed to ensue.

About the Author

Sarah Albee is the New York Times bestselling author of nonfiction books for kids ages 6 to 14. Recent and forthcoming titles include Accidental Archaeologists: True Stories of Unexpected Discoveries; North America: A Foldout Graphic History; Dog Days of History; and POISON: Deadly Deeds, Perilous Professions, and Murderous Medicines.

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Dig Deep! How to Find Facts and Reliable Sources

The past is what happened. History is the stories we choose to tell about the past. Now more than ever, new stories with varying perspectives are being discovered and shared. Sarah shows kids how to find facts and assess online sources to tell the best stories they can.

Sarah Albee

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$300

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Make it Snappy! A Nonfiction Writing Workshop

Many kids think great writers are born knowing how to write, but that's definitely not true. Everyone can learn a few strategies to improve their writing, whether it's fiction, nonfiction, personal narrative or biography. Sarah will share some tips and tricks for kid writers who want to get to the next level.

Sarah Albee

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$300

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Research, Write, Revise!: A Nonfiction Writer's Process

Sarah gives kids a behind-the-scenes look at what it's like to be a nonfiction writer, and then shares some fascinating research stories and cool historical anecdotes that kids definitely won't find in their textbooks.

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