Molly Blaisdell

I am available for speaking engagements. I speak at libraries, schools, and conferences. I like hands-on activities and all my appearences involve some audience participation with hands-on activiites. For more information about my appearances, contact me directly HERE.

Schools and Libraries

The following is a listing of some programs I share with students.

Author Visit

(Preschool - 3rd grade, 30 minutes)

What does an author do? The writing process is investigated: editing, production and finally the party (a brand new book!). Since I write fiction and non-fiction, students will find out how art, science and stories come together for creative fun. This visit includes  things to see and touch. Some books are available for loan.  This session can be tailored to suit the needs of your classroom.

Assembly Program

(All ages; 45 minutes)

The writing and publishing process is discussed in the light of my personal journey. This program stresses the importance of creative play, keeping a journal and reading books. It also includes a lesson on the value of literacy.

Words and Pictures

(K to 2nd;45 minutes)

In this session, students learn about  the power of words. They will complete fun  interactive exercises. Students will draw a self portrait and  give themselves new names, play a create an animal game and learn to doodle with free writing.

Poems 

(2^nd grade and up;45 minutes)

In this session, students will write poems. They will explore the language of our feelings through Haiku, shape poems and personified poems. 

Story

(3rd and 4th graders; 45 minutes)

In this session, students  examine familiar tales for beginnings, middles and ends. The concept of story boarding will be introduced. Students will write a script for a provided comic book page.

Conferences and Workshops

The following is a listing of some programs I share with writers.

Marketwise

There is no magic formula that will ensure publication in the children’s market, but this thorough look at how to research the market will help. Many tips and strategies will also be offered that will help you generate opportunities and will set you on sure paths toward publication.

Journaling Journey

This workshop session is a serious writing workout. Participants stretch their writing  muscles. This workshop guides writers to mine emotions, senses and relationships to bring absolute honesty to personal work. Finally this workshop, offers a jumpstart to a writing journey or a push along the way for those who already write.

Synopsis Workshop

Create a synopsis to showcase your work in this a hands-on-workshop to help authors write a synopsis that reveals character motivation, specific setting, the rising action of a plot, the emotional landscape of a story, and the unique voice that sets a piece apart.