Planning a Visit

Arrangements

Melissa will offer as many programs as you can fit into your school-day schedule. She needs 5-10 minutes between programs and 30 minutes for lunch. Melissa prefers to be in one room, such as the school library, and have students come and go. Her maximum class size is 30 students.

Fees

$800.00 per school day in Massachusetts

$1000.00 per school day out of state + travel expenses

Discounted rates for additional days.

$150 per hour for public library or evening programs.

Funding Sources

Because Melissa is a Massachusetts Cultural Council Creative Teaching Partner, grants may be available to fund her visits to Massachusetts schools.

Schools and libraries may also use a variety of other sources to sponsor author visits, including Title I, district, PTA/PTO, grants from local organizations or business groups, and funds from the sale of Melissa’s books.

Books are available from Melissa’s publishers at a 40% discount for author visits. Selling these books at cover price can help you to fund a visit.

For more information or to book a date, please contact Melissa.