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AUTHOR VISITS
I am Author/Illustrator Johnnie W. Lewis and am available to visit schools, teachers' groups, and civic organizations to demonstrate "how to write paragraphs and essays with less stress" or other subjects as the audience prefers. I can entertain on a variety of additional
topics, i.e., child advocacy, nostalgia, and "uplifting outlooks." These speaking engagements are tailored to the audience, regardless of age.
A 4-hour visit for The Five Finger Paragraph© instruction purposes includes:
* Brief author's introduction, including how I came to be an author and illustrator and how I developed The Five Finger Paragraph© (useful for "Author Visit" Days).
* 1-3 hour interactive demonstration of The Five Finger Paragraph© with audience participation encouraged (required for students). Time
period is determined by age of participants in the audience (the older the students, the more time spent instructing; the more adults, the less time spent instructing).
* Overhead projection of the written demonstration as instruction unfolds.
* Brief question and answer session with the audience
I am rather flexible as to schedule and facilities (auditorium,
cafeteria, classroom). Photographing is permitted, although videotaping is not. The only things schools need to provide are an (1)overhead projector (please have an extra bulb available), (2)a screen, and (3)a microphone (if the group to be addressed is large enough to require same). If the physical set-up does not permit showing
projections, the presentation can be adjusted accordingly (though projection is highly effective in getting points across and heightening student responsiveness). If at all possible, please verify that the room can be effectively darkened at the appropriate times on day of the presentation.
While the same core projections are used, presentations are altered to suit the age groups addressed in each session. On occasion, when a single large session is preferred, I have addressed entire student bodies at one time. I am also willing to visit individual classes or select groups of students, if this is preferred to larger gatherings. As always, I am happy to try and meet a school’s wishes in this regard.
Autographing time will be separate from presentations. This can be arranged between presentations, or can be set up for after presentations, depending on the group's wishes.
I am open to the possibility of brief visits to kindergartners (a.m. and p.m. classes), speaking with PTSA/PTO groups, local library appearances, civic organization banquets, etc., if desired.
Fees: $300 per 4 hour session, plus travel expenses. If more than two sessions in one day are desired, please contact me for price quote (johnnie@thefivefingerparagraph.com). NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS: Save half your fee by arranging TV or radio exposure to include the author with your group. Travel in excess of 200 miles from Atlanta, Georgia may require an overnight stay. For travel requiring an overnight stay, additional expenses will include: air, train, car fares where required; lodging; meals. Travel is from Marietta, Georgia (suburban Atlanta), so schools/groups in a given area may find it helpful to bring the author in for several days, and split expenses accordingly.
TIPS FOR A SUCCESSFUL APPEARANCE
Preparation: Please prepare the audience ahead of time with information about my visit (visit my website for more information at http://www.thefivefingerparagraph.com). Also, try and publicize the event in advance with displays and/or classroom activities.
Supervision: Please do not leave me alone with the audience during the presentations. I might get hungry and turn into a Purple People Eater!
Accommodations: If overnight stay is required, please be aware that the author prefers to stay in a hotel or motel, not in any private residence or shared
space. Also, be sure to keep in mind the timing of the appearance(s) in light of arrival and departure times. If the appearance is scheduled to begin in the morning, the best arrival time is on the day prior to the appearance. Accommodations need not be fancy—but a place to eat within walking distance is desired. I am happy to participate in dinners or other events. I have no dietary restrictions at this time and a non-smoking room is preferred.
Breaks: Please schedule enough time before, during and after the appearance to allow for necessary breaks, such as for lunch and restroom stops. Some evenings should be free to allow for quiet time and resting the voice.
Airport Pick-up: I prefer not to drive when traveling, but can rent a car in a distant city if necessary.
Payment Due Date: Payment on or before the day of the event is preferred. If this not possible, please make payment arrangements with me in advance. Be sure to let me know what is required for me to be reimbursed for
out-of-pocket expenses. Transportation to/from hotel/school/venue would be appreciated.
Flight Costs: Unless you request otherwise for accounting purposes, I prefer to make
my own flight arrangements and to bill the school or conference herself. I can approve prices ahead of time with you.
Contact: Please contact me directly at my email address (johnnie@thefivefingerparagraph.com) to arrange speaking engagements.
Thanks for the vote of confidence!!
Johnnie W. Lewis
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