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An Author Visit
with Laura Hockensmith,
author and illustrator of the Kiba Tales Series
What is the author visit?
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Author book reading of
"Don't Snooze on a Cruise!"
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Interactive presentation and lively Q&A with the young audience
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Follow-up activities depending on the age of the group (such as a coloring page or a drawing page for Kiba's next adventure)
Book Description
Cruise along with Kiba, the traveling dog, on a fun-filled adventure at sea! Kiba boards her first cruise knowing exactly what she wants to do...everything! But will she have any fun if her humans spend so much time sleeping in? Or can Kiba teach them to not snooze on a cruise?
Our school had the pleasure of hosting Laura during our Read Across America celebration. Laura was very professional in her communications for arranging the visit and provided clear expectations. She presented her story to our students projected on a screen which kept our young learners engaged and interested. Laura shared her experiences with Kiba which added to our students' interest and excitement! This assembly was an excellent experience for our students.
- Librarian at a Pennsylvania elementary school
Photos from past author visits
Author Bio
Laura Hockensmith is the author of the Kiba Tales series, a kids’ travel journal, and an activity book about Western Europe. The children's picture books follow the traveling adventures of Kiba, a pint-sized, fluffy dog with pointy ears. Laura also creates whimsical poems about the real-life Kiba.
Laura is a native of Pennsylvania, but now calls the Netherlands home. She hopes to inspire children to travel and create their own adventures.
Note: Unfortunately, Kiba, the dog, does not join for school visits in the U.S.
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