About this item
From Mrs. Thompson, the teacher, to Frederick, the class guinea pig, everything about second grade seems good to Carolyn. But when the class starts practicing the slants and curves of cursive writing, she finds it difficult and her happiness evaporates. Detailing her frustrations and contrasting her struggles with a classmate s easy success, this picture book reflects experiences familiar to many young students. Carolyn s sympathetic teacher puts things in perspective, telling her that when it comes to writing, ideas and emotions are much more important than slants and curves. Designed to encourage children, books in the Adventures of Everyday Geniuses series tell stories of students who struggle in some respects, while excelling in others. Bright with colorful washes, the cartoonlike drawings clearly express the characters emotions.
About the Author
Author Barbara Esham was one of those kids who couldn't resist performing a pressure test on a pudding cup. She has always been a "free association" thinker, finding life far more interesting while in a state of abstract thought. Barbara lives on the East Coast with her three daughters. Together they have explored the ideas and theories behind the definitions of intelligence, creativity, learning, and success.AUTHOR VISITS"Ms. Esham-stellar in her abilities to reach all of our students through her books and her engaging personality-brought her characters to life and captured everyone's attention."-- Carole C. Wills, Head of School, The Briarwood School, Houston, TexasLearning Styles, Creativity, Individual Strengths, Learning Differences, Emotional Intelligence, Motivation, Peer Pressure and Self Esteem through The Adventures of Everyday Geniuses Children's Book Series Presentations. The students will have an energized experience as they collectively ponder the strengths and struggles of a few "Great Minds of Our Time." Each visit is 50 minutes long (on average) , and will engage the students in discussion. Each student will be given an "Everyday Genius Card" to extend the discussion beyond the author visit.FEES: To make arrangements stress free for the event coordinator, I offer a flat fee (includes all airfare, lodging, meals, rental car/shuttle) . I will make all travel arrangements. (Note: The more days booked in one area--within an hour's drive--the better the rate for all~ 4 presentations per day.) 1 day: $1,200/day Full Day or Split Day with Partner School 2 days: $900/day 3 days: $800/day 4 days: $700/dayPlease send an email to both barb.esham@theadventuresofeverydaygeniuses.com and barbaraesham@yahoo.com for available dates and discounted travel details.Skype/Virtual Author Visits: Virtual Author Visits are available. Pricing per Virtual Author Visit is $125.00 for a 45-minute virtual visit. This price includes (40) Genius Cards and (2) Books for an interactive visit. Genius Cards and Books are shipped one week before the virtual visit. Please email for pricing for multiple Virtual Author Visits. Contact Information: barb.esham@theadventuresofeverydaygeniuses.com and barbaraesham@yahoo.com International School Visits: Please send an email to barbaraesham@yahoo.com for available dates and details.
