Deborah L. Delaronde's Presentation Plans And 'Contact Me' Information Grades N/K - Grade 4 (30 - 40 minutes) Introduction of Published Books Powerpoint Presentation *     During school visits, I have found that children and teachers find the story behind the story far more fascinating than the story itself. So, using a multimedia projector, powerpoint presentation and a laptop computer, I introduce myself by briefly sharing some background information and including a few illustrations from each of my  books that will depict in a humorous way what each story is about as well as the inspiration behind each story. I also display some historical items.                    (10 min.)   *     Illustrated 'Reading' using Powerpoint of one or more of my picture books and puppets for some stories.                                                                    (20 min.)        *    Open Questions                                                                                      (10 min.)   Grades 4 – 8 (30 - 40 minutes) Introduction of Published Books Powerpoint Presentation *     During school visits, I have found that children and teachers find the story behind the story far more fascinating than the story itself. So, using a multimedia projector, powerpoint presentation and a laptop computer, I introduce myself by briefly sharing some background information and including a few illustrations from each of my books that will depict in a humorous way what each story is about as well as the inspiration behind each story. I also display some historical items.                   (10 min.)   *     Illustrated 'Reading' using Powerpoint of one of my books .           (10 min.)        I use 'The Rabbit's Race' to show the research that I needed to do in order to write about rabbits, their habitat and behavior. I share all of this information prior to the reading. I also use rabbit puppets to show the main difference in physiology between a White-tailed jack rabbit and an Eastern Cottontail rabbit.   *    Focus on Teacher Requests on one or more of the following topics:(10 min.)       At these grade levels, I like to focus my presentations on teacher requests to make a connection to what is currently being taught.      Getting ideas and doing revisionsas those are aspects of the writing process.      How to create settings, characters, story situations, working with conflicts finding great endings, rewriting and the magic of research.        How to become an author, write a cover letter, manuscript and find a publisher. *    Open Questions                                                                                      (10 min.)   Author Bookings It is always better to book at least 2 - 3 months in advance or ideally during the months of July and August when Arts Council funding is available. Depending on the request, if sufficient notice is given, I can apply for Arts Council funding to cover my travel expenses. If you live in a small town or city where there are other schools and public libraries, I would prefer a coordinated connection to these other venues with a detailed schedule of my time. I look forward to working with you, your students and community members.  If you would like to arrange an author visit for your school or public library, please email  debfalk@mymts.net  or mail at: Deborah L. Delaronde-Falk R. R. # 1 Winnipegosis, Manitoba, R0L 2G0   To place an order for any of my books, please visit McNally Robinson Book Store at http://www.mcnallyrobinson.com or visit my publisher websites at http://www.theytus.com or http://www.pemmican.mb.ca for detailed book information.   Deborah L. Delaronde