Programs

Banned Book Club Meeting

The co-author of the acclaimed graphic novel Banned Book Club will take you on a journey to celebrate the relentless rebellion of reading!

Ryan Estrada

45 Minute Program

$129

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Flying Paintings, Chinese History + Brush Painting and Calligraphy

Flying Paintings tells the story of two Chinese brothers who grew up during the Cultural Revolution in China. Through this program we will look inside the book, learn about Chinese history, and practice Chinese brush painting - all through engaging, multimedia presentations.

Amy Alznauer

45 Minute Program

$129

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Behind the Scenes with Biographies!

Do you love the popular ‘Who Was…?’ series? Are you curious how they, and other biographies and books, come to be? Author April Jones Prince shares secrets of the writing and bookmaking processes, with plenty of up-close visuals. You’ll never look at book quite the same way again—and you just might be inspired to write your own!

April Prince

45 Minute Program

$139

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Susanna's Midnight Ride: Historical Research Is Fun!

I have a highly interactive approach and would love to tailor my talk to your child's specific interests. My goal is to bring history to life and install an interest in history that will last throughout your child's life.

Libby McNamee

45 Minute Program

$129

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Young Heroes of World War II

Kids are impacted by war along with their families. And sometimes, kids find heroic ways to help good prevail.

Kelly Milner

30 Minute Program

$99

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THE DOLLMAKER OF KRAKÓW and Historical Fantasy

R.M. Romero will share an excerpt from her historical fantasy, THE DOLLMAKER OF KRAKÓW, and talk about real history that inspired her to write her novel about friendship, war and hope during World War II.

Rachael Romero

45 Minute Program

$129

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English History- The Interesting Bits

Would you like to find out more about some of the most important events in English history? Ian wrote a popular children's non-fiction book on English history, so he's just the person to help. This session is a relaxed talk about key English eras. Find out the amazing, mysterious or downright gross aspects of history.

Ian C Douglas

45 Minute Program

$129

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Raise Your Voice: Stories of Inspiring Women

Kathy MacMillan, co-author of She Spoke: 14 Women Who Raised Their Voices and Changed the World, highlights inspirational women who spoke up for change.

Kathy MacMillan

30 Minute Program

$200

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The Civil War Soldiers Musical Instruments

The Times of Abraham Lincoln is a 45- 60 minute, interactive celebration in music and story of the Civil War and the Commander-In-Chief of the North: Abraham Lincoln. Folk Singer, Storyteller, Musician and Music Historian, Mike Anderson brings the music of the American Civil War to life using Civil War era instruments of the men who fought the…

Mike Anderson

45 Minute Program

$150

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History and Legends of Captain Kidd, Plus Learn to Talk Like a Pirate

Ahoy mateys! Join award-winning author Katie L. Carroll on her pirate ship to discover the Captain Kidd legends and history that inspired the novel PIRATE ISLAND. Then get a lesson on how to talk like a real pirate. Pefect for pirates of all ages. Arrrr!

Katie Carroll

30 Minute Program

$125

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DEAD END IN NORVELT & NORVELT TO NOWHERE

WRITING AND DISCUSSING THE NEWBERY AWARD WINNING NOVEL: "History, Mystery, and Humor--and Characters you'll never forget!"

Jack Gantos

45 Minute Program

$500

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What goes in to writing Historical Fiction?

Lisa will talk about what goes into writing believable Historical Fiction and give you tips on how to write your own stories.

Lisa Gammon Olson

45 Minute Program

$149

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Who am I?

I will read my 4th book in The American HerStory Series, "Remembering Green" and we will talk about our Indigenous People and the discrimination and hardships they've endured since "being discovered" by early European settlers.

Lisa Gammon Olson

45 Minute Program

$149

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When your life IS a Circus!

I will read the 2nd book in the American HerStory Series, "Sewing The Magic In" and we will talk about the history of the Early Ringling Brothers Circus.

Lisa Gammon Olson

45 Minute Program

$149

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Growing up during the Dust Bowl

I will read the first book in my American HerStory Series, Dust Flowers and we will deep dive into life during the dustbowl.

Lisa Gammon Olson

45 Minute Program

$149

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The First Amendment: What Does It Mean?

Kids of all ages tell one another "I can say that -- it's a free country!" But what makes a country free? How does freedom of speech really work? Join me (a former lawyer) for a kid-friendly discussion of the First Amendment, using my book, "Free for You and Me: What Our First Amendment Means."

Christy Mihaly

30 Minute Program

$99

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Wild Card Q&A!

Ask Sofiya whatever burning questions you can come up with!

Sofiya Pasternack

30 Minute Program

$99

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The Complete Beginner's Guide to Magic

What's the most fun part of writing a fantasy book? Why, the magic, of course! Come learn about the different types of magic in your favorite fantasy stories, and all the things you need to think about when you're getting ready to make your own!

Sofiya Pasternack

45 Minute Program

$129

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Turning History Into Fantasy

Have you ever heard that there are two sides to every story? Well, that's not true. There are, in fact, THREE sides to every story! Learn about the three sides of history, and how to use this triangle of facts and fancy to write stellar historical fiction and fantasy!

Sofiya Pasternack

30 Minute Program

$99

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How to Write a Novel in Verse: An Interactive Workshop for Teens

Participants are encouraged to bring work-in-progress, either poetry or prose. Though it isn't required. Limited: 8 writers. Adults welcome.

Sherry Shahan

45 Minute Program

$140

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The Jr. Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race

This program is limited to 12 participants. Adults are welcome to sit in.

Sherry Shahan

45 Minute Program

$140

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Loving vs. Virginia: Can you love who you want? Marry who you want? Can there be a "bad law?"

Loving vs. Virginia is the name of the U.S. Supreme Court case which ruled in favor of interracial marriage in 1967--not so long ago. Mildred Jeter, a black woman, married Richard Loving, a white man, in Virginia in 1958, were arrested, jailed, released and banished from Virginia, until their case went to court. Is this fair?

Patricia Hruby Powell

45 Minute Program

$150

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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

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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

45 Minute Program

$300

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Mystery Writing Workshop

Learn how to generate mystery ideas and write the first page of a Ballpark Mysteries-like story.

David Kelly

45 Minute Program

$250

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Top 5 Ballpark Secrets

Join David A. Kelly on a tour of his top five ballpark secrets, with time to ask questions about your favorite book or team.

David Kelly

30 Minute Program

$99

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Behind-the-scenes Tour of Your Favorite Ballpark Mysteries Book

Go behind-the-scenes of your favorite Ballpark Mysteries book or baseball team, and learn some secrets of the team's stadium and Mr. Kelly's writing process.

David Kelly

45 Minute Program

$129

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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.

Sarah Albee

45 Minute Program

$300

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Ballpark Mysteries Ballpark Tour

Take an online tour of selected stadiums featured in the Ballpark Mysteries books and learn how Mr. Kelly creates his mysteries.

David Kelly

45 Minute Program

$129

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Waking up with AWAKENING

An interactive, visual presentation with Q&A time provides an engaging and enlightening deep dive into the author's book AWAKENING.

Claudia McAdam

45 Minute Program

$129

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