Cat Michaels, Writer
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Fan letter from a young reader make my day  cat michaelswriter.com


There's nothing better
than the excitement
of getting kids hooked on books.


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That’s why
I can’t wait to
return to the classroom!

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The FAQS,

Meet-the-Author Video,
 
and
downloads
 on this page
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help you make the most of your author visit.

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​author visit FAQs

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Cat Michaels loves connecting with young readers catmichaelswriter.com
How can I learn more and schedule a visit?
Click the green box below.  
​Add Author Visit to the subject line, and ask away.


Can't wait to meet YOU and YOUR students!

contact cat
​about your author visit



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​What grades do you visit?  

* Grades K-4
​* AP high-school English (discuss writing, editing, publishing)
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​How many students do you work with?
* Groups of up to 60 students at one time
* Larger groups on occasion, with your additional support ​​

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​How long are your visits?
25-30 minutes for Kdg, Gr. 1
30-45 minutes for Grades 2-4
Up to 60 minutes for AP high-school English
What do your visits include?
Visits include age-appropriate extension activities catmichaelswriter.com


* Interactive group work
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* Author Q&As

*Readings

* Book Signings

* Crafts/Extension activities



Welcome sign for author visit
How can I prepare for an author visit?

1. Tell me about your group's needs and literacy goals.



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2. Help students get to know the author.  


*  Find 9 fun facts about Cat at MEET CAT HERE

* Download a kid-friendly AUTHOR BIOGRAPHY HERE 
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          * Older students: Watch my 3-minute VIDEO, I Am a  Writer HERE



3. Read, discuss my book beforehand with the children.


4. Brainstorm a list of questions for an author.


5. Ask parents for permission to photograph children, so I may showcase kids' photos, drawings and stories on this website.


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​6.  Download
your author visit CHECKLIST HERE


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7.  Download
 your AUTHOR VISIT FLYER  HERE



​8.  I appreciate the opportunity to offer my signed books for
sale to your students. 
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What regions do you visit?
North Carolina: Research Triangle Park, Triad & Coastal Regions 
Connecticut: Fairfield County
New York:  Putnam & Westchester Counties
Pennsylvania: York County

ANYWHERE with a Skype virtual visit!

​What are your fees?  
I don't charge for author visits beyond an honorarium for travel, so I ask your support in any or all of the following ways:

* Follow me on Facebook HERE

* Post an honest review of my book on Amazon HERE
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* Join my Readers' Room Team HERE:​ 
Be in the know with 
 What's Up, my occasional e-newsletter,
(sent only when there's cool news to share, but your email address is never shared)


  • Welcome!
  • Cat's Books
    • Just Between Sam and Me
    • Sweet T and the Turtle Team
    • Finding Fuzzy: A You-Decide Tale of a Lost Friend
    • Sweet T and the North Wind
    • The Magical Aquarium
  • Cat's Corner: Blogging About Books, Writing, and More
  • Author 101: Tips & Tricks for a Writer's Journey
  • Meet Cat
  • Author Visits
  • FREE STUFF in the Kids' Zone
  • Book Review Guidelines
  • KidLit Book Reviews
  • Contact Cat
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