I love talking with kids! Invite me to visit your school, book club, or homeschool co-op. Options listed below:
Presentations
Imposter Syndrome, Art, and the Longing to Create
Weaving together her own writing journey with art featured in her book Beneath the Swirling Sky (by artists Vincent van Gogh and Rembrandt) Carolyn inspires students to confront imposter syndrome, take a closer look at art, and to nurture the longing to create inside each of us.
Best for students 3rd-6th grade
Time: 40-45 minutes, including 10-15 minutes Q/A
Libraries, The Wild West, and Needing Things Just So
Students will engage with the text of Library’s Most Wanted, consider why libraries are more about people than books, and learn some Wild West Words. The presentation will include a read aloud and a short Q/A.
Best for students Kinder-3rd grade
Time: 30-40 minutes with read aloud and Q/A
Options
IN PERSON SCHOOL VISIT
Includes
-Up to three 40-50 minute presentations
-Time to sign books for students
Please contact for price (additional costs for mileage and hotel/travel expenses if outside of the greater San Antonio area. Greater Austin area can take advantage of my local rate plus mileage for afternoon only presentations)
BOOK CLUBS or SINGLE CLASSROOM or HOMESCHOOL GROUP
I’m offering a limited number of free virtual visits to book clubs and single classrooms. These are designed to be 20 minute Q/A sessions, and will assume that most or all participants have read the book.
Price = free (at the present time, schedule permitting)
VIRTUAL VISITS
Includes
-One 45-50 minute visit, unlimited classrooms
–Personalized, signed book plates for students who order a book
Please contact for price.
Please fill out my contact form for more information or to schedule a visit.
Homeschool groups and book clubs, feel free to contact me about a shorter, discounted virtual visit.
Also, don’t miss the free resources under the resources tab!
“At ParagonED, we thoroughly enjoyed having Carolyn visit! Her presentation was both engaging and inspiring, offering valuable insights into her creative process. The visuals she brought were thought-provoking, bringing her book’s artwork to life in a truly captivating way. Carolyn’s passion for writing and art was evident, and she connected beautifully with everyone in our audience. We are so grateful for the time she spent with us and would highly recommend her for author visits!”
“What a delight it was to have Carolyn visit our school. Her high quality presentation blended her personal story with fascinating stories from the art world and completely captivated the students’ attention. She truly inspired the students and teachers alike to use the gifts God has given all of us and we cannot wait to have her visit again!”