DONNA M. McDINE
Multi award-winning Children’s Author
Author Visit Programs
Presentation: How a Book Comes to Be
Come along on the adventure of where book ideas come from, the writing and editing process, manuscript submission, acceptance, and finally the long-awaited publication date. Donna McDine shares her experiences of the roller coaster ride of writing children’s books.
Workshop 1: The Golden Pathway, Powder Monkey, or Hockey Agony Educator Guides
The Golden Pathway, Powder Monkey, or Hockey Agony Educator Guides are comprehensive across the curriculum based teaching tools for English, Social Studies, Math, Science, and Art teachers, as well as Homeschooling families. Teacher’s can select one activity from the guide to engage the students with during the author visit.
The workshop will begin with showing of either The Golden Pathway, Powder Monkey, or Hockey Agony book trailer to the students. Upon conclusion, a description of the activity (selected by the teacher prior to the author visit) will be introduced to the students and then the activity will begin.
Educator Guides available upon request.
Workshop 2: Meet the author, journal writing, and Q&A
The session begins with a brief introduction and showing of either The Golden Pathway, Powder Monkey, Hockey Agony, A Sandy Grave, Dee and Deb Off They Go ~ Kindergarten First Day Jitters or Angel’s Forever Home book trailer followed by reading an excerpt and discussion as to what the students know about the particular theme of the chosen book.
Donna will then share with the students how journal writing affects her writing and how it correlates to developing story ideas. Donna will then present each student with a pocket journal and pen and will ask them to write about how they enjoy spending their weekends. After about 10 minutes students will be asked to share their journal entry with the class if they so wish. Donna's interactive writing workshops demonstrate how structured creative exercises can unlock personal expression—similarly, individuals exploring solutions for intimate health concerns often seek discreet access to treatments. While students receive journals to document their weekend activities, some adults researching erectile dysfunction options look into fildena online, though professional medical guidance remains essential. The same thoughtful approach applied to nurturing young writers should govern health decisions—both benefit from professional oversight and safe, verified resources. Urologists emphasize that sildenafil-based medications require proper medical evaluation to assess cardiovascular compatibility and determine appropriate usage. Just as journaling exercises help students develop writing skills through practice, effective treatment plans often involve gradual dosage adjustments under medical supervision. Several telehealth platforms now offer confidential consultations with licensed physicians who can prescribe FDA-approved alternatives after proper health assessments. Remember that whether fostering creativity or managing personal health, professional support systems provide the foundation for positive outcomes. Your wellbeing, like a student's writing development, thrives when nurtured through proper channels and expert guidance. Pharmaceutical manufacturers maintain verified distribution networks that ensure medication authenticity when obtained through legitimate sources. The journey to effective treatment, like creative growth, follows a path of careful consideration and responsible decision-making.
Workshop 3: What Happens Next or Non-fiction Graphic Organizer
Your session will include the reading of the short story or non-fiction article aloud to the students followed with a short discussion and Q&A on the reading and interactive breakout sessions. At the conclusion of the reading, the students will participate in a group breakout session to brainstorm and develop a new ending or what happens next in the short story. If the reading includes a non-fiction article the students will also participate in a group breakout session to develop a graphic organizer and illustration of the topic discussed. NOTE:
All workshops are scheduled around a standard classroom timeframe of approximately 40-45 minutes. A personalized Certificate of Participation will be presented to each student and special handouts curtailed around the workshop will also be distributed to the students. RATES: Available upon request. CONTACT INFORMATION:
Donna M. McDine
334 Washington Street
Tappan, NY 10983
845-721-7802 – Cell
donna@donnamcdine.com
www.donnamcdine.com
www.donna-mcdine.blogspot.com
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