As I was preparing this post, my daughter said, “Mommy, you always read LOUD!”
She’s right. So if you’d like a LOUDMOUTH to read to your class on World Read Aloud Day this March 4th, look no further.
I’m offering free, 20-minute Skype sessions throughout the day. I’ll read my picture book THE MONSTORE, answer questions from your students, and give everyone a sneak peek of my upcoming books, I THOUGHT THIS WAS A BEAR BOOK and LITTLE RED GLIDING HOOD. I’ll also wear the jammies of your class’s choosing. (I’ve got five awesome pairs from which to choose.)
Kindergarten classes from Mahomet, IL tried to predict what jammies I’d wear.
If you’re interested, email me at tarawrites at yahoo dot com. Suggest a time (be sure to include your time zone so I can calculate if I’m living in the future or the past) and I’ll book you! If for some reason your school does not allow Skype, I can do a Google Hangout or Facetime, too.
I do Skype visits in my jammies. This time it was ice skate jammies!
Not interested in me? I understand, I’m not necessarily everyone’s cup of Earl Grey. Check out Kate Messner’s list of authors who Skype for free and contact one of them instead!
Everyone should be celebrating World Read Aloud Day!
Visit LitWorld.org/wrad to learn more.
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February 9, 2015 at 10:53 am
Pat Miller
Tara–what a generous and fun thing you are doing for Read Aloud Day. Kids, books, jammies, all day! You’ve come up with another incredible idea and I hope you have lots of fun. 🙂
February 9, 2015 at 11:03 am
Stacey Shubitz
I just sent this to my daughter’s preschool teacher. I hope she’ll be able to connect with you on March 4th.
Thanks for doing this for kids, Tara! You’re always so generous with your time.
February 9, 2015 at 11:14 am
Nancy Tandon
I had THE MONSTORE read aloud to me by Ammi-Joan Paquette at a workshop last Sat, and I was absolutely transported to childhood. Picture book magic!
I love your ‘jammies of choice’ twist. Reminds me of BJ Novak’s THE BOOK WITH NO PICTURES…whatever you pick, she “has” to wear! Such a great idea.
Happy Read Aloud day!
February 9, 2015 at 11:23 am
lindaschueler
Hmmm, hot cocoa pjs! They do sound cozy! It’s great that you are doing this. Enjoy your day, and I’ll spread the word.
February 9, 2015 at 11:47 am
Angie
Reblogged this on Love, Laughter, and Life and commented:
Fantastic idea! Love it.
February 9, 2015 at 11:49 am
Angie
Fabulous ideas! Love it. Have spread the word. Going to share with my grandson’s kinder teacher.
February 9, 2015 at 12:08 pm
Joanne Sher
So, will you read only to ME?? I will just sit here and listen GLADLY 😉
Seriously – I send this info to the lower elementary dean at my kids’ school – hoping someone there will grab ya before all your spots are gone!! FUN deal!
February 9, 2015 at 12:53 pm
Sherri Jones Rivers
Oh how fun. Do you also read to one adult who’s kinda like a kid herself? LOL! What a great and fun and generous idea.
February 9, 2015 at 1:38 pm
Dee Knabb
Tara, this is a fabulous way to connect with classrooms all over the country. It’s always inspirational for kids to meet real authors. Love this idea…keep ’em coming.
February 9, 2015 at 1:58 pm
mariagianferrari
Thanks, Tara! My sister-in-law teaches 4th grade in NH, so I’ll pass this info on to her! 🙂
February 9, 2015 at 2:30 pm
Ali Pfautz
The pj predictions are awesome! Love that. You are so fun!
February 9, 2015 at 2:41 pm
tphumiruk
I love that you wear different pajamas! There are some lucky schools who will get to spend time with you!
February 9, 2015 at 3:38 pm
lindamartinandersen
Very generous and sounds like lots of fun!
February 9, 2015 at 6:37 pm
Kaye Baillie
Lucky kids who get you to read to them, Tara. I wonder if I could use Read aloud day to practice my manuscripts and read them aloud to myself – ten times – like how Emma said? And I might read louder too.
February 9, 2015 at 6:39 pm
Freckled Daisy Creations
What fun!
February 9, 2015 at 10:20 pm
kateywrites
What a great idea! Just sent a message with a link to my kids’ teachers!
February 11, 2015 at 9:55 pm
Moderator
Reblogged this on Young People's Pavilion and commented:
This special day “calls global attention to the importance of reading aloud and sharing stories.” For teachers, librarians and other educators, it has come to be a week-long celebration of sharing stories through Skype and Google Hangouts.
February 12, 2015 at 12:02 pm
Marty McCormick
Hooray for Tara!! Love this idea. Hope you’re booked solid!
February 12, 2015 at 5:08 pm
darlenebeckjacobson
What a great idea for connecting with kids and bringing your books to the masses. 3 cheers!