Susea loves Author School Visits. She provides an interactive experience that brings A Big Blue Boat to life for 4-8 year olds.

‘Susea was engaging and had all students entertained from the start to end. I enjoyed the use of visual aids (map and boat) as it helped us (audience) to better understand Susea and her husband’s boat trip. Susea answered students’ questions without hesitation and was happy to guide students in the boat activities. Susea was lovely.’ Melissa, Teacher,

Author School Visits includes:

• A talk about what led to the writing of the book.
• The book reading
• Songs
• a making activity done with the children (Small groups to 30 only. For large groups, the activity is provided for the children to take home or do in the classroom)

Each child receives:

• a bookmark
• a colouring activity

‘I liked that you told us about the things that you saw on your journey and how you made the book feel like you’re on the boat’ Year 6 Boy

Books are made available for purchase prior to the visit. Unless stated by the purchaser, all A Big Blue Boat books purchased will be signed by Susea.

If you are wanting something a little different, she is also happy to talk how the writing process works for her, or about her sailing journey.

Rates for In Person Author School Visits 2023

Rates for In Person Author School Visits as of January 1st, 2024

‘Loved how you shared your experiences of travelling with the class. It really captivated them.The children were involved ad got to complete differentiated activities, which they enjoyed. A very welcoming presence.’ Matthew, Teacher

Travel

First hour free.

$63 per hour for up every hour thereafter for up to a three hour return trip.  Additional travel times by negotiation (country teachers see below).

Country Schools

Are you a teacher in a small country school with a very limited budget? I worked in a country school and understand how difficult this can be.

I do at least one big trip across country each year. This enables me to offer more affordable rates to country schools. I would love to hear from you. Please drop me a line via the form below.

Years 4 to 6 are more than welcome to join us in the sail.

ALSO AVAILABLE

Virtual Visits

Sessions include:

• A talk about what led to the writing of the book.
• The book reading
• a making activity done with the children (Small groups to 30 only. For large groups, the activity is provided for the children to take home or do in the classroom)

Discussion with you prior to the visit about the content to be covered, or

If you are wanting something a little different, she is also happy to talk how the writing process works for her,

or about her sailing journey.

Maximum Group Size: 30

Rates

Pre – recorded Talk/Presentation (coming 2024)

One 30 or 60 minute session includes:

Topic for the session

Activity

No Q&A

Rates

Single access to file  

Customised pre-recorded presentations of up to 60 minutes that are tailored to your school’s requirements will attract an additional fee: to be negotiated.

For more information, or to book an author visit complete the contact form below.

https://forms.gle/EDhU6bBnW1Sw3X6D9