1. Author Visit Only

An author read aloud with integrated discussion about the power of creativity and confidence

Duration: ~30-45 min

Audience: Classroom or assembly

Includes:

• Author reading

• Q&A and discussion

Outcome:

Students feel inspired, connected to storytelling, and more confident expressing themselves.

2. “I AM AN ARTIST” — or — “HOW TO TURN A BAD DAY INTO THE BEST DAY” (Interactive Creativity-Building Author Visit)

A themed, creativity-packed author visit that inspires confidence, collaboration, and imagination while teaching social-emotional skills. Students draw, create, and set personal goals — all in a hands-on, memorable experience

Duration: ~45-60 min

Audience: Classroom or back-to-back multi-grade sessions

Includes:

• Author reading

• Q&A and discussion

• Interactive engagement to encourage creativity and goal-setting

Outcome:

Students feel inspired, connected to storytelling, and more confident expressing themselves, leaving with a actionable takeaway

3. “MAIN CHARACTER ENERGY” Creative Confidence Lab (Author Visit + Creative SEL Workshop)

A deeper, combined experience of an engaging author visit and interactive workshop where students build their own SEL toolkit through storytelling, creative expression, brainstorming, and actionable goals

Duration: ~90 min

Audience: Classroom or small group; back-to-back sessions in half-day residency available

Includes:

• Author reading

• Q&A and discussion

• Interactive, creativity-based workshop with SEL integration with goal setting

• Printable Student Toolkit Packet

• This lab can be expanded into a multi-session series, with each session introducing new SEL strategies to help students continue building their personalized toolkit and strengthen resilience over time

Outcome:

Students grow their own “Main Character Toolkit” (examples: regulation + cognitive flexibility), connect creative idea generation to problem-solving, and cultivate peer engagement with empathy and healthy communication.