I have been working on this author visit since the beginning of March. I had read many of Ms. Hopkinson’s books and thought they conveyed content in a very humorous way. Apples to Oregon had been selected as a Pat Gallagher Award nominee and then was selected as an Oregon Reads book for Young children.

I had just completed Dr. Seuss Day with the help of a very energetic Senior High School young man. I was reveling in the success of the project. I e-mailed Deborah thinking the worst she can say is no. In less than five minutes I had a reply, she was coming to Henry Hill Elementary and we could afford her. Yahoo!!!
Deborah and I continued emailing back and forth to ensure the event went smoothly.

It was a great success. I have also uploaded some pictures.

I am now working on having another author for next year. How will we pay for the event. I will have a car wash if necessary!!!

Her Schedule:

Western Oregon University until 5:30
Dinner at HHES at 6:00 – 6:30
Title I mtg. 6:30 – 7:00
Author Speaks 7:00 – 7:45
Author signs books 7:45 – 8:00

Author and Librarian just chat until about 8:30