Hi,
It does sound like fun. I know Paddle Tail would love to go...but he can't. Have fun.Here are some of the things that Paddle Tail -- the beaver born without a tail -- and I do.
Dear Sir/Madam:
I’m the author of the children’s book titled Paddle Tail (for ages 6/11)--the story about the adorable little beaver born without a tail, but Paddle Tail learns, and so will all children that it’s okay to be different. My books also deal with the timely issue of bullying. Paddle Tail--the main character of the book in costume--and I have been visiting libraries and schools, speaking to the students (K/8) and teachers. We have been well received by both. Paddle Tail and I would love to visit your students and faculty, to give the students the opportunity to meet with Paddle Tail--the special beaver who learns not to be afraid of life’s challenges--in person. I’d like to take this time to thank you for any time and consideration you choose to give to my assembly program.
Sincerely,
Henry J. LeGrand lll
373 Three Degree Rd.
Renfrew, Pa. 16053
Phone (724) 586-7566…………………………………………………….email
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Please visit my websites, to see Paddle Tail and I at some of our events.
gottawritenetwork.com/hanklegrand.html
www.authorsden.com/hanklegrandlll
Paddle Tail’s books can also be purchased at your favorite retailer, and in ebook form at
www.eBook-Library.com
Below is the program that I present to Schools, Libraries, and organizations.
1. My introduction--along with the illustrator--to students, teachers, and parents.
2. Question and answer period about the beaver and its special features (teeth, ears, nose, eyes, lips, and of course its unique tail).
3. Speak about beavers’ habitat - Beaver dams, lodges, eating habits, communication between beavers, their social lives and, the huge benefits they give to Mother Nature and, to Mankind.
4. The insight and reason for writing a book.
5. The steps involved with writing a children’s' book.
(A) Researching your topic.
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Writing the first completed draft.
(C) Refinement of the story.
(D) Book’s design--cover, illustrations, characters etc.
(E) Art work--black & white or color.
(F) Final-editing.
(G) Search for Publisher. (Researching and selection).
(H) Writing a query letter.
(I) Rejection letter, and dealing with rejection.
(J) Manuscript acceptance.
(K) The publisher’s contract to discuss and sign.
(L) Packaging, of all the book’s materials, for publisher.
(M) Promotion of your book to schools, libraries, and organizations,
(N) The importance of our imagination and the belief in ones self--when blended with writing--and the good things that can come of it.
6. Reading--by author--an excerpt from Paddle Tail’s book.
7. Paddle Tail and I--along with the illustrator if possible—meet one on one with the students, and sign any book/s that have been purchased.
My assembly program is approximately 1hr. – depending on the amount of questions asked by the students and faculty. The cost of an assembly is $375.00 – within 30 miles of Butler, Pa. An additional cost (if over 30 miles) may be charged (depending on distance). I will also have Paddle Tail’s books present to be purchased and signed after the assembly.
NOTE: Schools and Organizations (for a limited time) can get $1.00 off the cover price of $7.95 (with a minimum order of 35books, purchased through author).
