Dear
Educators and Administrators,
MILTON'S DILEMMA is not only an entertaining and
inspiring book, but a wonderful tool for the school environment as
well.
Please consider
inviting Patti and Johnny to your school to help stop bullying,
foster a safe and healthy learning environment, and celebrate the
beauty and uniqueness of your students by empowering them with personal
strength and confidence.
As the title
of their program implies, Milton's Dilemma and the Consequences
of Bullying (for grades K-6) teaches students to cope
with and understanding the consequences of bullying. It also provides
students with an outlet for self-expression while encouraging literacy
and the pursuit of creative endeavors.
These authors,
screenwriters and songwriters have a unique and exciting approach
to their author visits. Each school will receive a lesson plan prior
to the assembly to enhance the learning experience your students
will have. The projects and worksheets in this package focus on
kindness, friendship and individuality.
The live performance
includes:
•
An animated reading of MILTON'S DILEMMA
• Original songs
• Guitar playing
• An anti-bullying slideshow lesson
• Personal stories and experiences
• Audience participation
Their
warmth, candor and enthusiasm will embrace your students and faculty.
And their high-energy performances will leave a lasting impression.
But Patti and Johnny don't just leave you when the presentation
is over. They will continue to be available to your students through
a new venture they created, AuthorPal, a modern-day
version of a pen pal correspondence via e-mail. Truly, these children's
advocates put their time where their heart is.
"Often
times, a child is alone in their suffering, simply too embarrassed
to speak up. Sadly, there are also times when adults are too busy
to listen. We want to be that extra pair of ears and open arms.
We encourage
students to turn to us whenever they need someone to talk to, most
times, that's all a child needs – to know someone cares. However,
if we receive correspondence of a more serious nature, we pick up
the phone immediately and contact the school principal or guidance
department for intervention."
–
Patricia Gatto
To
arrange an author visit at your school or community event, or learn
more about their work to promote literacy and raise funds for children's
charities, please contact Patti and Johnny at 570-857-0255 or pgatto@ptd.net
FEE
SCHEDULE
Full Day School Event (3 sessions) - $750
Half
Day School Event (2 sessions) - $500
Single
Session - $250
Each visit will include a book sale and signing.
Fundraising opportunities are available to your school.
*Travel related expenses additional
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