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AUTHOR AVAILABLE FOR SCHOOL TALKS |
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North Carolina author Paul M. Howey
would welcome the opportunity to visit your school and talk with
your students. Using his award-winning book, Freckles: The
Mystery of the Little White Dog in the Desert, as a
discussion vehicle, Paul is available to talk on a number of topics
according to your needs and wishes: the
process of writing and publishing stories, the importance of
reading, humane education, pet
therapy, art, and
life in the Sonoran Desert. Paul, who wrote his first story at the age of seven, is the author of five other books and the editor of 60 more written for young readers and for adults. He enjoys volunteering for animal rescue organizations and teaching humane education classes to youngsters from toddlers to teens. A member of the Society of Children’s Book Writers & Illustrators and the Association of Professional Humane Educators. Freckles was named "Humane Hero of the Year" by the ASPCA for her work with kids across the country. |
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Freckles,
written for children 5-11 years of age, has an appeal that
will touch everyone who loves animals. It tells of a dog abandoned in the Arizona desert who not only survived but who also managed to keep alive her six puppies until they’re all rescued. Once adopted, Freckles became a pet therapy dog and now works with youngsters, many of whom come from backgrounds similar to her own. This beautifully illustrated book imparts a subtle message about the value of caring for animals and for each other. It has an illustrated glossary of the desert animals and plants mentioned in the story plus special sections with discussion topics and other information about animals for young readers, teachers, and parents. |
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"Paul Howey's
visit is one that will impact our students and staff for years to
come. Not only is his book, Freckles, an excellent
illustration of caring and compassion, but his presentation is an
inspiration to writers of all ages."
Luanne Poss, Media
Coordinator
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Freckles: The Mystery of the Little White Dog in the Desert A true story by Paul M. Howey Illustrated by Judy Mehn Zabriskie ISBN: 0967729211 / Hardcover / Jacketed / Library binding / 64 pp, 8x10 / $14.95 Published by AZTexts Publishing, Inc. |
ASPCA Henry Berg Children’s Book Award
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"Southwest Books — Best Reading of the Year" Children’s Book Selection Chosen one of the "Top Five Children’s Books of the Year" by Copley News Service Freckles named "Hero of the Year" by the ASPCA for her work with children
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Teachers & Students Comment … |
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Freckles loves kids!
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"Mr. Howey's presentation was the best we've ever had!" Gail Ward, Kindergarten Teacher |
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is a complicated place, finding role models that children can relate
to is of the utmost importance. Freckles' wonderful story of
perseverance and survival demonstrates those lessons for us all."
Stephanie Walsh, Assistant Director of Instruction — Grades 6-8 |
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much for everything! We surely enjoyed your visit to Sycamore. All
of the grade levels were most complimentary! That says a lot, as
it's hard to find one person who can tailor his talk to six
different grade levels!"
Margaret Beville, Media Specialist |
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Your dog is so adorable. Your book was great. When I grow up, I want to be a writer just like you. Thank you for coming! Jekisha, 1st Grade Thank you for coming to our class. I enjoyed it! Will you teach me how to draw Freckles? Leanna, 2nd Grade
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I don’t have a pet but my mom always says I’m a pet. I think Freckles fits you because Freckles is nice and you are nice, too. Your friend, Yata, 3rd Grade I loved Freckles and her puppies and all your other dogs. I hope I see you at Authors’ Night tonight. Thank you for coming to our classroom!" Gabrielle, 4th Grade
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"Paul
is a master at modifying his presentations to appropriately engage
each grade level as he shares with students that inspirations for
writing can come to them any time and any place."
Ann Gavin, Library Media Specialist |
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"We were very fortunate to have Paul
Howey visit with our students in grades K, 1, 2, and 3. The
presentation was outstanding! His focus on caring, perseverance and
the important life skills in the book were a perfect tie-in with our
work with students. I recommend his presentation to all grades.
We're having him back to visit with grades 4 and 5!"
Marianne Lescher, Principal, |
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"Mr. Howey and Freckles were awesome.
What an inspiration to students and teachers. Love for all
living things radiated throughout the gathering."
Helga Graff, Media Coordinator |
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"We highly recommend Paul Howey!
Homestead Elementary votes for Freckles as the #1 Dog Hero in
America!!!" Cheryl Richardson & Gretchen
Thurman |
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"Prior to children’s author Paul Howey
visiting our school, our students and teachers read his story of
Freckles. This brave little dog captured their hearts; and then
Paul, with his great sense of humor and storytelling skills,
captured their attention and imaginations. I recommend his program
for all children and animal lovers."
Jackie Williams. Ed.D., Executive Director Freckles loves the fan mail she receives! Here are a couple of the great letters we've received:
Scheduling Paul and Freckles, too!
Paul will donate two autographed copies of Freckles to your school's library. The fee for Paul's talk is $200 for the first presentation and $50 for each additional presentation on the same day and at the same location (up to a maximum of four presentations), plus travel expenses if outside Buncombe County, North Carolina. We're able to keep our fees so low because schools kindly send home a book order form about a week ahead of the presentations. There is absolutely no pressure on kids and their parents to buy the books; rather, it is simply offered as an opportunity to do so. |
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e-mail: |
aztexts@charter.net |
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828-231-1243 |
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Freckles: The Mystery of the Little White Dog in the Desert |
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