Fun for children and encouragement for families!
'Penny was able to capture the attention and imagination of the children with her story telling and games.
With 2-3 year olds, that's not easy, but they loved it!
We don't often have special guests at playgroup but we would definitely welcome a return visit from Penny!'
Tamara Sharp, playgroup leader, Blue Mountains, NSW.
With 2-3 year olds, that's not easy, but they loved it!
We don't often have special guests at playgroup but we would definitely welcome a return visit from Penny!'
Tamara Sharp, playgroup leader, Blue Mountains, NSW.
What happens in a playgroup visit?
An author visit is a great chance for playgroups and preschools to encourage and inspire the children in their programs with a love of reading, story and imagination. Author visits can also add value to a special occasions, such as grandparents day, or outreach events.
Penny can bring:
Penny can bring:
- a fun filled story time with story related games and action rhymes
- an age appropriate craft to match the featured story,
- a topical talk for parents and care givers (e.g. fostering a love of reading in young children, facing anxiety in our complex world)
- a supply of books for purchase (or order forms for pre-orders).
How much does it cost?
Fees for author visits depend on the length and style of presentation required.
Church based playgroups are charged a ministry appropriate fee, from $100 per visit, plus travel.
Preschools are $150 to $200 per visit, plus travel.
In both circumstances Penny appreciates the opportunity to make her books available for purchase and can supply order forms ahead of time to help with this.
Church based playgroups are charged a ministry appropriate fee, from $100 per visit, plus travel.
Preschools are $150 to $200 per visit, plus travel.
In both circumstances Penny appreciates the opportunity to make her books available for purchase and can supply order forms ahead of time to help with this.
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