SCHOOL VISITS
INTERESTED IN AN AUTHOR VISIT?
Katie is available for presentations across the country. She is also available for virtual visits. She has talks appropriate for grades K-8. Length varies (30-60 min) depending on the grade level.
FEES:
In person:
$1200.00 for an entire day :(up to four presentations and lunch with students.) This can include a book signing. Katie can connect you with a bookseller if needed.
$400.00 for a single presentation
Travel expenses will be added for trips more than 90 minutes from Cleveland, Ohio, with the exception of schools within 90 minutes of Cincinnati.
Virtual:
$800.00 for a full day
$250.00 for a single presentation
20 minute small classroom and WRAD visits are free
To request an in-person or virtual speaking engagement, please email me directly at hello@katiemazeika.com
Author visit topics can include:
Grades 2 And Up: All About Biographies
Katie will go through the steps of writing and illustrating a picture book biography, starting with research. She’ll review primary, secondary, and surprise sources using examples from ANNETTE FEELS FREE and BEULAH HAS A HUNCH. Katie will discuss how and where to find facts, how to tell if a source is reliable, and why Wikipedia is NOT a good source. (Katie will even share her secret on how to use Wikipedia the right way.)
Next, Katie will ask, “What do we do with the facts?” She’ll share how she turns facts into a complete story with a beginning, middle, and satisfying ending. She’ll also discuss how she looks for the individual within those facts and brings their character, personality, and story to life with illustrations. Again, using examples from ANNETTE FEELS FREE and BEULAH HAS A HUNCH.
This is an excellent presentation for a large group or assembly and can be tailored to accommodate any age above 2nd grade. (45-60 min)
All Ages: The Life Of A Picture Book-From Idea To The Printed Page (Can Be Paired With A Reading And Q&A).
Katie will read one or two of her books and discuss how a book gets made and everyone involved. She’ll include a (virtual) peak behind the scenes of her studio space. Katie will share early text drafts, revisions, first sketches, and initial artwork. This presentation emphasizes that even professional writers and artists spend time revising and redrawing to produce what is printed on the page. This presentation would work for a large or small group. (45-60min.)
PreK-K: Everyone Has Big Emotions! (Paired With A Reading)
PreK-K: Everyone Has Big Emotions! (paired with a reading)
Katie will read EVERYONE SHARES (EXCEPT CAT), and EVERYONE SAYS PLEASE (EXCEPT CAT). Then, the group will discuss the feelings Cat expresses in both books. Afterward, students spend time drawing their own favorite animal’s big emotions. Great for a smaller group! (30-50min.)
4th Grade And Up: Annette And Beulah At The Turn Of The 20th Century (With Book Readings And Q & A)
Katie will discuss the lives of Annette Kellerman and Beulah Henry in detail beyond the books. They were born only a year apart and spent parts of their lives in the same city. Katie will compare and contrast how the period and environment shaped each woman. She will also discuss with the students how each woman responded to their disability.
Lastly, the students will take the facts and add some creativity with a writing prompt: Imagine Annette and Beulah if they were born in the 21st Century. What would they be doing, where would they live, and what would they be like?
4th Grade And Up: Windows, Mirrors, And Sliding Glass Doors (Book Reading And Q&A Included)
Katie will start by introducing her favorite books as a young reader. She’ll discuss why these were favorites and talk about her childhood disability. Katie will introduce to students the concept of books as “Windows, Mirrors, and Sliding Glass Doors.” Then students will list their favorite books and which category they fit into. All students will be invited to share their list and discuss their book picks. This presentation can work for small or large groups.
