• Our students were treated to an amazing author visit with NC author, Erika Ferrari Lopez! Ms. Lopez’s presentation was affirming, engaging, and informative. Our students asked insightful questions and found connections with her writing process. They especially loved hearing about her 5th-grade daughter who helped develop and edit the story! We hope Ms. Lopez can return to CDS soon - excitement is already bubbling for her forthcoming book!

    -Stephanie Howell, Media Specialist, Carolina Day School

  • Thanks so much for coming today. Your presentation was wonderful. I had 2 teachers tell me it was the best Author Visit yet!

    -Emily Oelz, 3rd grade teacher, Beverly Woods Elementary School

AUTHOR VISITS

I am now booking school visits and presentations for the Fall 2024-Spring 2025 school year. If you’re interested in an in-person visit, please fill out the form below and I will be in touch!

My engaging program includes visuals and a reading, encourages student participation, and includes the following elements: 

  • Where do stories come from? the inspiration for the story of Grace including her multicultural/Latino background from my family experience.

  • How does a story become a book? Discussion of the writing, editing, and publishing process including illustrations (success is not linear)

  • A discussion on gifts and talents and socio-emotional lessons from the book: encourages students to identify their own gifts and talents and see their own uniqueness, encouraging them to overcome fear, and listen to their hearts

The program is about 40-50 minutes plus time for Q&A and a reading of the first chapter of the book. Latino cultural references and discussion of Dyslexic-friendly accessibility throughout.  The content can also be customized for the grade level. I typically recommend 2nd-5th grade participation in groups of less than 100 students.

Fee is based on location, size of group, and pre-order of books. Signed books can be available with advance notice.

I look forward to visiting with you soon!

Email me at erikaferrarilopezauthor@gmail.com or use the form below to contact me about a visit at your school!

 

Author Site Visit Form