Using her experience as a former elementary teacher in her native Scotland, and as a storyteller at an inner city school, Kathleen enjoys sharing her passion for stories with people of all ages and from varying backgrounds. Her presentations will inspire and encourage her audience to honor the stories from their own lives, to tap into their own creativity, and to discover how stories can make hearts bigger and better and kinder.
Kathleen is a frequent speaker at conferences, universities, and fundraisers and can tailor the featured presentations to your group's particular need.
Programs
Nurturing a Passion for Stories
Using anecdotes from her childhood in Scotland, and from her experience of reading at an inner city elementary school for over 16 years, Kathleen explores the myriad ways that stories help us all to live life more gladly, creatively, and compassionately. (1 hour)
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Story as Prayer
Kathleen explores how story and prayer intersect by drawing on examples from her own picture books and from her 16 years of sharing stories at an inner city elementary school. (40 minutes - 1 hour)
The Giant King—A Tool for Teaching Tolerance
Kathleen's book, The Giant King, has been used successfully in many schools as part of their anti-bullying campaign. In this presentation, Kathleen will explore the themes from this book: belonging, inclusiveness, and kindness. Teachers' activity guide available, as well as a list of peace-building stories.
Previous Bookings
- CCIRA
- RMC-SCBWI
- Catholic Women's Conference
- Children's Literature Class, Regis University (student teachers)
- Children's Literature Class, Denver University (student teachers)
- Women's College, DU (Writer's Group)
- Children's Hospital (Supporters and Benefactor's)
- Denver Public Library (Reach Out and Read Volunteers)
- Church Groups
Fees
Keynote speaker: $350
Contact
Email Kathleen about a Speaking Engagement
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