AUTHOR VISITS
The Author's Two Principal Programs:
1. Writing Workshops/Clinics
Without displacing any writing curricula, and without gimmicks, this world-class author of almost four dozen books for children and adults presents unique and stunningly effective tips for writing. In fun and engrossing lessons, she concretely demonstrates grammar-based, educationally-sound strategies that make an immediate impact on student work--fiction and non.
Audience Size: Usually class section by section. Doubling-up possible in older grades.
Ages: From pre-writers through to staff-development.
Especially useful for English Language Arts Assessment Test preparation.
The author donates books and makes them available for sale, at discount, through an easy ordering kit.
2. Author Assemblies
This highly visual and densely atmospheric slide presentation gives inspiring glimpses into the life, influences and work of Josephine Nobisso, an author who has earned significant awards and has penned beloved modern classics over the past 36 years. With warmth, humor and natural ease as an educator, the author models artistic success in the face of odds, reads from her work, and engages the audience in an enlightening question & answer session.
Audience Size: To the venue’s capacity.
Ages: The author provides age-appropriate presentations for all grades, and for adult audiences..
The author donates books and makes them available for sale, at discount, through an easy ordering kit.
Just a few of the thousands of rave evaluations
Ms. Nobisso has on hand from workshop participants:
"This is the best creative writing workshop I
have ever experienced. Highly recommended."
-Teacher, Bluepoint Elementary
"You made me want to miss lunch!"
-Hiawatha Elementary School Student
"You were able to accomplish the rare feat of
making them laugh while making them think!"
-Parent, Abby Lane Elementary
"Thank you for doing some fancy things!
I heard the apple talk. It sounded like thunder!”
-Roanoke Avenue Elementary School Student
"Your visit looked like good luck coming our way!"
-Spence School Student
"Terrific program! Students very involved.
Excellent delivery of unique content!"
-Smithtown Middle School Librarian
"Creative! Passionate! Exciting!
Parents were so pleased to gain new insights into
help their children with writing at home!"
-Quogue PTA
"You made a big hit..! Wonderful programs...
nothing but positive feedback! Thank you for helping us personally and professionally to grow as writers and teachers."
-Minnesauke Staff Development
"A person to ask back!
Joi was an incredible testament to the sheer joy
of writing. Her enthusiasm and vivacity were contagious. Her overheads provided vivid examples of writing to illustrate her points."
-Adult Participant, Hofstra University
"I wouldn't change a thing! Excellent!"
-Cayuga Elementary School Student
"You captured the hearts and minds of the teachers... It does my heart good to see them,
tired after a day in school, perk up and exude interest. Your sensitivity and compassion, your understanding of their needs and problems...
You got such glowing evaluations that you would be bursting if you were reading them. You are
an enthusiastic teacher, a true inspiration!"
-Education Professor, SCOPE
"(She) is superb! A gifted communicator with students.
As author-in-res for a week, she elicited a totally positive response from absolutely everyone. She brought us a unique experience. Not only did I
learn new ways to approach writing with my class, but I got insights into their "Voices" that I had not been able to find before."
-Santapogue Elementary School Teacher
"We're still on a "high" following your wonderful residency. Phillips Avenue will never be the same!
Every staff member reported to me about the great
success of your interaction with the children."
-Principal, Phillips Avenue School
"Your program was spellbinding to both adults and children. You draw in your audience...and stimulate an excitement for the creative process...The time you spend with each child just shouts of self-esteem, respect and a commitment to the future writers.
Absolutely recommended!"
-St. James School
"... Now I understand why they were so eager to
have you work with the students and faculty!
...most impressed!"
-Spence School Directress
Ms. Nobisso still has some 2010 dates available.
Click here to view Joi reciting some of her book Hot Cha Cha!
Click here to view a moment from an Author Assembly!
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