Testimonials
“What an experience it was for our students. Even though her visit was virtual, she made it feel very personal. The ideas of ‘show don’t tell’ she shared with our students were so good. They loved coming up with example sentences to share with her. Our students also loved being able to ask questions. It was as if she were in each of our classrooms! An experience they will never forget!”
“I absolutely loved her choice of topic! ‘Show don’t tell’ is something that we can build on in our class and the students are very excited. I feel that it will take their writing to the next level.”
“Barbara O’Connor’s author presentation today was by far the best I have had the opportunity to see. Both children and teachers were spellbound.”
“...one of the stand-out programs in the area.”
“The children loved the program! They were very involved ... I definitely can adapt her ideas to my program.”
“Barbara captivated the attention of the writers and reluctant writers.”
“Barbara captivated the attention of the writers and reluctant writers.”
“Humorous, well-prepared, professional, a natural teacher, excellent content.”
“Ms. O’Connor had a very nice way of drawing out students who don’t really enjoy the writing process!”
“Teachers loved how Barbara circulated among children, drawing their attention constantly. An excellent teacher with great strategies. Immediately, students felt they could produce good writing.”
“Teacher response has been 100% positive to her presentations ... I can’t wait to have her back next year.”
“Everything that Ms. O’Connor talked about helped to reinforce the writing program that is in the classroom!”
“I would highly recommend Barbara O’Connor. Her discussions with the children were lively and informative. It was very evident that students enjoyed talking with her.”
“The teachers also loved the high level of personal interaction. All kids were included. They especially liked the ‘Show, Don’t Tell’ exercises, which invested beautifully with what they teach in the classroom. They did use the handouts Barbara left; the kids responded with high performance.”