Laurence Pringle

With more than a hundred books published, I must find the writing process easy, and have nothing more to learn about writing, right? WRONG! I still strive to be a better writer, and agree with many students that writing can be hard work. In fact, Dr. Mel Levine, an expert on the development of childrens' brains, wrote, "Writing is one of the largest orchestras a kid's mind has to conduct."

Increasing numbers of educators recognize the wisdom of focusing more attention on nonfiction literature. One good result is that many teachers and children are discovering nonfiction's diverse wonders (including gripping stories). Another result is that schools across the country (and sometimes overseas) invite me to meet with their students. During January-May, 2008 I will visit schools in New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Iowa, and Arizona.

My school programs offer help for young writers, and aim to stimulate interest in reading, especially nonfiction literature. My books in print--about 25 in number--include both picture book fiction and many high-interest nonfiction subjects, so programs can be tailored for all elementary grades and middle school students. Of course I also give programs at conferences and other gatherings that celebrate children's literature.

PROGRAMS

Some authors tend to describe their programs down to individual syllables. I don't. However, for information about programs and fees, write to me at Quick Links, below to the left. Also, information about programs, plus reviews of many titles now in print, are at Quick Links: "reviews and school visit information"

REFERENCES

Plenty of references are available. One place to start is at Quick Links: "school programs and references"