Author Talk
by Deborah Abela, Sue deGennaro, Andrew McDonald, Tim Harris, Anna Fienberg, Nathan Luff
Description
By recounting funny stories about growing up on a farm as one of 5 boys, Nathan highlights the ways in which authors can be inspired by their lives and the ways in which writers of humour use exaggeration and juxtaposition to enhance their stories.
Nathan also discusses the importance of books in his life, as a way of exploring the world and escaping from his often isolating childhood.
Different versions for K-2 and 3-6.
Topics covered:
* Inspiration for books
* Power of reading
* Everyone has a story to tell
* Resilience
Nathan also discusses the importance of books in his life, as a way of exploring the world and escaping from his often isolating childhood.
Different versions for K-2 and 3-6.
Topics covered:
* Inspiration for books
* Power of reading
* Everyone has a story to tell
* Resilience
Details
Audience
Primary Students
Duration
45-60 minutes
Requirements
Data Projector with HDMI cord for input. Author will bring own laptop and a Powerpoint file on USB as a backup. Sound included if possible. No internet required.