Arts-In-Education Exploratory Enrichment

Program Title
Understanding Disabilities: Visiting Author Presentation   Provider Name Little Big Sister Books, LLC
Amy McCoy Garden City , NY 11530			Phone: 516 551-9390 Email: amy@littlebigsisterbook.com Website: www.littlebigsisterbook.com
Program Description This Visiting Author Presentation focuses on disability awareness and connects to the presenter's novel, "Little Big Sister," a realistic fiction chapter book written at the third grade level for readability and content. The main character in the novel describes what it is like to grow up with an older brother who has autism. By attending this program, students learn about different disabilities and the process of writing realistic fiction while becoming inspired to make a positive difference in their schools and communities. Great presentation for Autism Awareness Month (April) and Disability Awareness Month (October). Contact Author directly through her website for free Reading Guide (for teachers who choose to read Little Big Sister as a read aloud). www.littlebigsisterbook.com
Categories Authors (TH), ,   Additional Resources  There are no evaluations available for this program. Program Recommendations Grades 2,3,4,5,6 See Video   www.littlebigsisterbook.com Arts Standards 4 Other Standards  Curriculum Connections  Diversity, Equity and Inclusivity , , , Culturally Responsive  1,3 Cost  Cost Single: 1000 Cost Multiple: 1000 Duration 45 minutes