Want to get your students EXCITED about reading and writing?

You need Erica!

Erica shares the “Lucy writing rules” (which she learned from her dog, Lucy).

Raves for Erica’s Author Visits

"Erica is one-of-a-kind. She is a dynamic speaker and fantastic facilitator. She is a professional whether she is speaking to a group of children or a group of adults. Love, love, love Erica and would highly recommend her to speak anytime!" - Dawn M. Little, Montgomery County Public Schools, MD

"Erica Perl mesmerized the students with her kind, sincere, attentive and wise commentary. It was an utter pleasure to have her with us, and I cannot wait for the next time!" - Rick Woler, Fairfax County Public Schools, VA

"Erica is a brilliant presenter. She inspired students to embrace writing and reading. She provided a gift that will continue to give!" - Marion Hake, Palm Beach County Schools, FL

"Our students and teachers were thrilled with their interaction with Erica Perl. She was engaging, enthusiastic, and approachable. She had their full attention even though this visit was via Zoom. I recommend Erica Perl’s author visits wholeheartedly.” - Candy Ranney, Shelton School District, WA

Details

Erica’s presentations are engaging, interactive, and tailored to her audience. Students will learn specific techniques for writing and revision and get a behind-the-scenes tour. All presentations include time for Q & A. Erica is also happy to connect schools with indie booksellers and sign bookplates.

Visit Options (Now scheduling in-person and virtual visits for 23-24!)

  • Full day: three 45-50 minute presentations.

  • Half day: two 45-50 minute presentations.

  • Individual presentation: a single 45-50 minute presentation.

At most schools, Erica visits grades K-5 (a full day is often structured so she visits K/1, 2/3, and 4/5). She has a range of books so there are great choices for all grades. She also presents her work and leads writing workshops at middle schools, libraries, community events, and conferences.

Erica’s engaging, energetic and interactive presentations are geared toward de-mystifying the creative process, and providing students with tools to become stronger readers and writers. They are designed to connect with ELA standards and the Lucy Caulkins Writer’s Workshop framework.

Erica’s author visits are handled by Sarah DeVore of How Now Booking. For rates and more information, please fill out the contact form below.

Wearing sparkly boots, Erica acts out a story with a school group.
Erica receives a spontaneous hug from a young reader.
 

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