Author Visits

When Erin visited Siebert Elementary, she spent a full day visiting classrooms (K-5). She shared her newest children’s book, Growth Mindset: It’s as easy as ABC! Erin’s passion for growth mindset had our students engaged in learning about what it means to have a growth mindset and enjoyed learning about what the writing process is like when you are an author. -Siebert Elementary Teacher/MI

My 3rd graders were surprised to find out their mystery reader was an actual author! Erin Mengeu read her book to the class and shared the ups and downs of the writing process. It takes a growth mindset to work through the writing process! The students were able to get their very own signed copy too! -Woodcrest Elementary Teacher -Midland, MI

We celebrated our last Writer’s Workshop publishing party with a visit from Author and Educator, Erin Mengeu. She visited Lake Primary virtually to share the writing process, read to the class, and celebrate being an author with our very own kindergarten authors. Tina Glymph/Kindergarten Teacher, Lake Primary – Uniontown, Ohio

We had an awesome story time today with Erin Mengeu and her book, Growth Mindset: It’s as easy as ABC! It’s a great message for kids and adults alike! -Bookmarks Midland

School Visit Pricing

In Person Visits

Single Assembly Package – $300 (+Travel Expenses)

The Assembly Package includes a presentation (about 45 min.) for up to 200 students.

Standard Package- $300 (+Travel Expenses)

Typical Standard Package includes up to 5 room-to-room storytimes that include a lesson and/or Q&A Session. (not to exceed 3 hours)

Lesson Choices:

J is for Journey: Discuss the learning journey and it’s impact on RESILIENCE
The Writing Process
Creating a Path: practice makes progress
Goal Setting: breaking down a BIG dream into tiny steps.

(Optional) Free Bonus 30-minute book signing session. This is a time where students who bought the book can get it signed and interact with me.

Single Assembly Presentation (added to other Package) – $150

Family/Evening Event Presentation- $300

45 min presentation + book signing

Virtual Pricing

Virtual Presentation Package – $250

45 min presentation for a group of up to 200. Erin will share The Learning Journey and how it builds resilience, share her books, and allow time for Q&A.

Single Presentation – $100

30-45 min. virtual presentation with your class. Erin will share her books and give time for Q&A.

Not in your budget? Let’s chat… All students deserve to have opportunities like this! I am willing to work with your school district, building, or individual classrooms to put together pricing that fits your budget. Contact me and we will get something set up!

FAQ’s

What are your travel fees?
- Erin travels from her home in Midland, Michigan. Travel and lodging fees may be shared between schools.
  - up to 1 hr. drive – No Travel Fee
  - 1-2 hr. drive – $0.70/mile
  - 2+ hr. drive – $0.70/mile and hotel accommodations
How do you handle book orders?
- I will email a parent letter for you to print and send home, as well as an order form to keep track of the orders that come in. I will check with you before my visit so that I know how many books to bring with me to the visit.
Do you have suggestions for funding a visit?
- Oftentimes, your PTO can fund the Author Visit.
- Some schools have used funds from fundraisers, Title 1 funds, Library/Media funds, conduct read-a-thons, or local/educational grants.
- Discounts Available:
  - $100 off for each school when booking more than one school (consecutive days required if a hotel is needed). Travel and lodging fees may be shared between schools.
  - $100 off for each day when booking more than one day of visits (consecutive days required if a hotel is needed).
  - Share travel expenses with another school near you by having me visit two (sometimes three) schools in one day.
  - 10% discount on the author visit fee when you buy a book for every student. Purchase a book for every student in your school for $10 each. You may choose any paperback title (or mix and match), which retails for $12.99. Inform Erin of your intentions to buy a book for each student prior to signing the contract.
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