Virtual visits are the next best thing to being there! For 2025-2026,

I’m excited to offer the following programs for schools to choose from:

Q&A - Connect with me on the platform of your choice! Perfect for an individual classroom, a whole grade, or a combination of grades. Tip: Decide ahead of time if students will be invited to the camera to ask their prepared question or if a moderator will facilitate questions.

30 minutes

Fenway and Hattie - Behind the Scenes

An engaging look at how I started writing, how I got the idea for Fenway and Hattie, and how it became a book. Plus, tons of behind-the-scenes tidbits! Includes Q&A. Perfect for “One School, One Book” as well as large groups. Available LIVE or On-Demand (without Q&A).

For grades K, 1, and 2 - 30 minutes

For grades 3, 4, and 5 - 60 minutes

Fenway and the Bone Thieves - Behind the Scenes

A fun look at my early reading life, how I started writing, all about my real dog Kipper, how I know so much about dogs, how I created Fenway and the Bone Thieves and the Make Way for Fenway! chapter book series, and who made the illustrations. Includes Q&A. Ideal for “One School, One Book” as well as large groups. Available LIVE on your platform of choice.

For grades K, 1, and 2 - 30 minutes

Please let me know how I can meet your school’s needs! My assistant Lindsey will be happy to provide you with info about my fees and availability, as well as answer any questions. We look forward to hearing from you!