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- my books (or click on the covers to the right)
- a short biography
- and author visits
Happy reading!
1.19.2012
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Thanks for stopping by. Here you'll find information about:
1.18.2012
Author Visits
Engaging, fun presentations designed to:
* spark creativity
* encourage innovative thinking
* promote multicultural awareness
* inspire readers and writers of all ages!
School Visits (K - 8)
Julia’s 45-minute presentations are specifically tailored for both the age range and group size of the intended audience. Each presentation is a fast-paced, interactive experience, incorporating a variety of book-based activities to involve the audience, such as choral read-alouds, readers’ theater, “pop quizzes,” and multimedia props. As a former school librarian, Julia draws upon her experience with a variety of literacy strategies and the Common Core Standards to ensure that her presentations inform as well as entertain. She also uses her knowledge of Latin America and Spanish to promote multicultural awareness. (No more than 200 students per presentation, please. The smaller the audience size, the greater the interaction!)
Skype Visits (K - 8)
Julia’s 45-minute Skype visits are an affordable way for students to “meet” an author and have the opportunity to exchange ideas and ask questions. These visits work best if students are already familiar with Julia’s books and have prepared their questions in advance.
* encourage innovative thinking
* promote multicultural awareness
* inspire readers and writers of all ages!
School Visits (K - 8)
Julia’s 45-minute presentations are specifically tailored for both the age range and group size of the intended audience. Each presentation is a fast-paced, interactive experience, incorporating a variety of book-based activities to involve the audience, such as choral read-alouds, readers’ theater, “pop quizzes,” and multimedia props. As a former school librarian, Julia draws upon her experience with a variety of literacy strategies and the Common Core Standards to ensure that her presentations inform as well as entertain. She also uses her knowledge of Latin America and Spanish to promote multicultural awareness. (No more than 200 students per presentation, please. The smaller the audience size, the greater the interaction!)
Skype Visits (K - 8)
Julia’s 45-minute Skype visits are an affordable way for students to “meet” an author and have the opportunity to exchange ideas and ask questions. These visits work best if students are already familiar with Julia’s books and have prepared their questions in advance.
Writing Workshops (K - Adult)
Julia offers a variety of small group writing workshops based on the needs of participants. Workshops for younger students emphasize 6+1 Traits and the Common Core Standards for Writing. Workshop topics for older students and adults are designed to focus on specific elements of craft, such as plot, setting and revision. Julia will work closely with the event coordinator to tailor each workshop to fit specific needs.
Evening Programs (All Ages)
Julia’s interactive 45-minute program will encourage and inspire readers of all ages at your next Family Reading Night or other literacy event.
Julia offers a variety of small group writing workshops based on the needs of participants. Workshops for younger students emphasize 6+1 Traits and the Common Core Standards for Writing. Workshop topics for older students and adults are designed to focus on specific elements of craft, such as plot, setting and revision. Julia will work closely with the event coordinator to tailor each workshop to fit specific needs.
Evening Programs (All Ages)
Julia’s interactive 45-minute program will encourage and inspire readers of all ages at your next Family Reading Night or other literacy event.
Rates (as of 1/2012)
School Visits: $1000/day for up to 4 presentations (45
minutes each)
Skype Visits: $150/session
Writing Workshops: $250/hour
Evening Programs: $500/presentation
* Travel expenses additional for visits
beyond a 100 mile radius of Ottawa, Illinois.
** Discounts available for multiple bookings
on consecutive days.
For more information, please send an email to juliadurango(at)yahoo(dot)com
Download an author visit PDF
Download an author visit PDF
6.30.2011
Under the Mambo Moon
By Julia Durango
Illustrated by Fabricio VandenBroeck
Charlesbridge Publishing
July 2011
Hearts fly home when
On summer nights Marisol helps out in her father's music store and chats with the customers who arrive throughout the evening. In a dazzling array of poetry, each customer tells of a favorite form of Latin dance or music—from salsa to tango to the cha-cha-cha. Back matter includes a map, an author's note, and further information about the diverse musical heritage of Latin America.
Hearts fly home when
the music's
Just Right.
* "A vivid mingling of poetry, narrative, and art." ~ Publishers Weekly (starred review)
* "This lively book will delight independent readers, dancers, and artists and provide a fun and accessible introduction to Latin American history and its lasting heritage of music and dance." ~ Booklist (starred review)
* "A sparkling addition to any library." ~ School Library Journal
* Texas Bluebonnet Award Master List 2012 - 2013
* Listed on Book Links Lasting Connections of 2011 for books that "most effectively connect to school curriculum."
"Parents and teachers: This book is an awesome resource if you are studying music, Latin America, culture, traditions, multiculturalism, the colonization of the Americas, etc." ~ Latin Baby Book Club
Teacher Guide by Tracie Vaughn Zimmer
* "A sparkling addition to any library." ~ School Library Journal
* Texas Bluebonnet Award Master List 2012 - 2013
* Listed on Book Links Lasting Connections of 2011 for books that "most effectively connect to school curriculum."
"Parents and teachers: This book is an awesome resource if you are studying music, Latin America, culture, traditions, multiculturalism, the colonization of the Americas, etc." ~ Latin Baby Book Club
Teacher Guide by Tracie Vaughn Zimmer
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Buy the book
If your local bookstore does not have this book on the shelf, they should be able to order it for you. To find an independent bookseller near you, check IndieBound (US only).
Book Mouse, our wonderful independent bookstore in Ottawa, Illinois, has autographed copies and can ship them to you. Be sure to note in the comment section that you would like a signed copy.
You can also order it directly from Charlesbridge Publishing or online retailers like Amazon and Barnes & Noble.
Buy the book
If your local bookstore does not have this book on the shelf, they should be able to order it for you. To find an independent bookseller near you, check IndieBound (US only).
Book Mouse, our wonderful independent bookstore in Ottawa, Illinois, has autographed copies and can ship them to you. Be sure to note in the comment section that you would like a signed copy.
You can also order it directly from Charlesbridge Publishing or online retailers like Amazon and Barnes & Noble.
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