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2008-2009 Academic Year Schedules and Fees

Arrangements: 
I can offer up to four presentations during the school day and enjoy combined classes, but I suggest that you limit the numbers for each session to two to four classes.  I am happy to sign books during the day or after school. Preschool to Grade 8.

Conference speaking may include a keynote and two additional breakout sessions or three separate breakout sessions.  Inservice training is customized to your needs.

I am also available for virtual visits (using AOL Instant Messaging) with your class or library group as well as for public library presentations or presentations to parent and community groups in conjunction with a school visit or conference--or locally in Maine.

Fees: 
$1000 per school day in Maine (plus expenses beyond 50 miles).
$1500 per school day (plus expenses) out of state.
$2500 per day, conference speaking and inservice training (plus expenses).
$350 Single one hour public library or evening program (plus expenses beyond greater Portland) or elsewhere in conjunction with other school and library visits.
$100 Virtual Visits (one hour) e-mail FMI.

Funding Sources:
Schools and libraries use a variety of sources to sponsor author visits, including Title I, district, PTA/ PTO, grants from local organizations or business groups, and funds from the sale of the author's books. 

Books are available from my publishers at a 40% discount for author visits to schools and libraries.  Sale of books at cover price that have been obtained at this substantial discount can help you to fund a visit from me. 

For a list of grants available to help to fund author visits and other school activities, see children's author Jennifer Ward's webpage.