Contact

INQUIRIES about having a school, library, or bookstore presentation, please email me at dohertybooks@att.net

I live in Schererville, IN.

For Preschoolers or Kindergarteners

In a 30-minute presentation, I will read my book and discuss: 

  • The characters, setting, and major events [Common Core]
  • The jobs of the author and illustrator [Common Core]
  • The difference between a story and informational text [Common Core]
  • The parts of a book
  • How stories become published books
  • The author’s purpose and word choice
  • What makes a good story

Afterwards, I will sign any copies of my books.

For First or Second graders

In a 45-minute presentation, I will read my book and discuss:

  • The characters, setting, key details, and major events [Common Core]
  • The story’s message or lesson [Common Core]
  • The words that show feelings or appeal to the senses [Common Core]
  • The characters—how are they alike / how are they different [Common Core]
  • The differences between a story and informational text [Common Core]
  • The parts of a book
  • How stories become published books
  • The author’s purpose and word choice
  • What makes a good story
  • The jobs of the author and illustrator

Afterwards, I will sign any copies of my books.