Dynamic PresentationM.B. Paradise’s book is a treasure; her story about the writing process and M.B.’s passion and perseverance were our students’ takeaways from a dynamic presentation. I wholeheartedly recommend inviting this author to your school. |
Captivating VisitM.B. Paradise was able to capture and hold the attention of even our littlest patrons. She kept the whole room engaged with her impressive storytelling and amiable attitude. Her heartwarming book is filled with beautiful illustrations and an inspiring narrative for all ages. Our community had a blast during her visit! 
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My Class Loved This VisitIt was so wonderful hearing this authors’ journey and listening to her book today. My first grade class LOVED it! |
Grades PreK-K (Approximately 45-60 minutes | $250)
Author visit includes an interactive google-slides presentation “How an Idea Becomes a Book”, what teamwork means, a reading of the story, a Beach Santa inspired activity/coloring pages.
Grades 1-3 (Approximately 45-60 minutes | $250)
“How This Idea Became a Book.” Author visit includes an interactive google-slides presentation and insight as to the true events that sparked this story, defining the author/illustrator, the meaning of collaboration and compromise, a reading of the story, Beach Santa inspired activity pages/crafts, Q and A where students are excited to share their ideas for a sequel!
Grades 4-5 (Approximately 45-60 minutes | $250)
“How Failure Can Fuel You…One Author’s Twisted Journey.” Author visit includes an interactive google-slides presentation, how to persevere during the writing process, character development, importance of collaboration and Q&A.
Author Visit Testimonials
More Than Just an Author Visit
M.B.’s presentation is so much more than just an author visit. Her message about perseverance and having a growth-based mindset is what stood out the most. I am so pleased I took a chance on this author! I highly recommend!
—Cari Lopez, Principal at Livingston Avenue School, Cranford, NJ
Engaging Visit
“We were so very pleased to have hosted M.B. Paradise. She tailored her slideshow to our different grade levels and had all of our students engaged the whole time while she discussed what inspired her to become a writer, her editing process, working with an illustrator, marketing her book herself, and many more topics. M.B. was genuinely interested in talking to our students during a fun Q&A. It is my pleasure to recommend her to you for your school as well.”
--Doug Sacks Teacher-Librarian, West Belmar and Central Schools
This Author Visit Sparks Excitement
Our visit with MB was a wonderful experience. Our students loved hearing not only her fabulous story Beach Santa, but loved hearing HER story of how her idea became a published book. MB sparks excitement and imagination in children and they loved creating their own Santa’s in disguise inspired by her story and her passion that she shared with our students during her visit.
--Beth Fallivene, Bay Head School- 2nd grade
100% Agree With the Message That We Are ALL Creative
M.B. Paradise’s visit was a true joy! She had a wonderful presence while talking about her creative process. Beach Santa was bright, imaginative, and placed an emphasis on kindness. I really appreciated the attention she gave in her talk to taking inspiration from real life, holding onto ideas, and how creativity transcends technical skills of artists and can be found in any pursuit. I am very glad our kids had the opportunity to hear from her!
--Miss Liz Stahl, Art Teacher, Our Lady of Mt. Carmel School, Asbury Park
Our Students Had a Wonderful Time
After a dynamic presentation, MB Paradise led our students in a hands-on activity which they loved. Afterwards, they could not wait to tell their other teachers everything they had done and learned during this author visit! Thank you so much for visiting our school!
--Michelle Masarik Librarian/ STEM Consultant Our Lady of Mount Carmel School, Asbury Park
My Student’s Loved this Visit
Thanks to M.B. Paradise for a delightful author visit for our first graders! The kids loved her book and really enjoyed learning all about the process! Never give up and go after your dreams!
-Kristin Cacicedo, First Grade Teacher in Summit, NJ
The Kids Had A Blast
“On behalf of our K, 1, 2, 3 classes a great big THANK YOU for coming in and sharing your story with us! The kids had a blast and all the teachers had nothing but great things to say.”
--Peter DeBennedeto- Media Specialist, Brielle Elementary School
Great Way to Kick Off Read Across America Week
“M.B. Paradise gave a wonderful presentation to our fifth grade students. Her positive messages about perseverance and being of service to others were the highlights. What a great way to inspire our students to reach for the stars as she models that with her own words and most importantly, her actions. We are thankful that this local author could participate in our “Read Across America”celebrations and we look forward to having her back in years to come.”
--Megan Manetta Manasquan Elementary School Principal Grades 5-8
M.B.’s presentation is so much more than just an author visit. Her message about perseverance and having a growth-based mindset is what stood out the most. I am so pleased I took a chance on this author! I highly recommend!
—Cari Lopez, Principal at Livingston Avenue School, Cranford, NJ
Engaging Visit
“We were so very pleased to have hosted M.B. Paradise. She tailored her slideshow to our different grade levels and had all of our students engaged the whole time while she discussed what inspired her to become a writer, her editing process, working with an illustrator, marketing her book herself, and many more topics. M.B. was genuinely interested in talking to our students during a fun Q&A. It is my pleasure to recommend her to you for your school as well.”
--Doug Sacks Teacher-Librarian, West Belmar and Central Schools
This Author Visit Sparks Excitement
Our visit with MB was a wonderful experience. Our students loved hearing not only her fabulous story Beach Santa, but loved hearing HER story of how her idea became a published book. MB sparks excitement and imagination in children and they loved creating their own Santa’s in disguise inspired by her story and her passion that she shared with our students during her visit.
--Beth Fallivene, Bay Head School- 2nd grade
100% Agree With the Message That We Are ALL Creative
M.B. Paradise’s visit was a true joy! She had a wonderful presence while talking about her creative process. Beach Santa was bright, imaginative, and placed an emphasis on kindness. I really appreciated the attention she gave in her talk to taking inspiration from real life, holding onto ideas, and how creativity transcends technical skills of artists and can be found in any pursuit. I am very glad our kids had the opportunity to hear from her!
--Miss Liz Stahl, Art Teacher, Our Lady of Mt. Carmel School, Asbury Park
Our Students Had a Wonderful Time
After a dynamic presentation, MB Paradise led our students in a hands-on activity which they loved. Afterwards, they could not wait to tell their other teachers everything they had done and learned during this author visit! Thank you so much for visiting our school!
--Michelle Masarik Librarian/ STEM Consultant Our Lady of Mount Carmel School, Asbury Park
My Student’s Loved this Visit
Thanks to M.B. Paradise for a delightful author visit for our first graders! The kids loved her book and really enjoyed learning all about the process! Never give up and go after your dreams!
-Kristin Cacicedo, First Grade Teacher in Summit, NJ
The Kids Had A Blast
“On behalf of our K, 1, 2, 3 classes a great big THANK YOU for coming in and sharing your story with us! The kids had a blast and all the teachers had nothing but great things to say.”
--Peter DeBennedeto- Media Specialist, Brielle Elementary School
Great Way to Kick Off Read Across America Week
“M.B. Paradise gave a wonderful presentation to our fifth grade students. Her positive messages about perseverance and being of service to others were the highlights. What a great way to inspire our students to reach for the stars as she models that with her own words and most importantly, her actions. We are thankful that this local author could participate in our “Read Across America”celebrations and we look forward to having her back in years to come.”
--Megan Manetta Manasquan Elementary School Principal Grades 5-8