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Wednesday, February 19
 

9:00am CST

Writing the Story Only You Can Write
Wednesday February 19, 2025 9:00am - 9:55am CST
In this session, I will empower my audience to be brave in their writing as I take them on the journey of how my latest book, BETWEEN TWO BROTHERS came into fruition. I will interactively introduce my formula for creating a story that can and should be used in the classroom to ignite students to write.
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Crystal Allen

Author, Self-Employed
Crystal Allen is the author of six middle-grade books, including How Lamar's Bad Prank Won a Bubba-Sized Trophy, and the Magnificent Mya Tibbs series, all published by Balzer + Bray a division of Harper Collins. She is the co-director of Kindling Words East, a faculty member of Highlights... Read More →
Wednesday February 19, 2025 9:00am - 9:55am CST
Room 104

10:20am CST

Igniting Imagination: Boosting Literacy with Interactive Stories
Wednesday February 19, 2025 10:20am - 11:15am CST
Join P. J. Hoover, author of the ""Pick Your Own Quest"" series and the instructional guide ""Write Your Own Quest,"" for an engaging presentation on how interactive stories can inspire a love for reading and writing in children. In this dynamic session, Hoover will delve into the unique power of interactive storytelling, where readers become active participants in the narrative, making choices that shape the story's outcome.
Discover how this immersive approach can captivate young minds, encouraging them to explore different scenarios and develop a deeper connection to the characters and plot. Hoover will share insights from her own experiences, demonstrating how interactive stories can transform reluctant readers into enthusiastic ones and motivate budding writers to craft their own tales.
Attendees will learn practical strategies for incorporating interactive narratives into educational settings, fostering creativity, critical thinking, and literacy skills. Whether you're a teacher, librarian, parent, or writer, this presentation will provide valuable tools and inspiration to make reading and writing an adventure for every child. Don't miss this opportunity to explore the magic of interactive stories and their potential to ignite a lifelong passion for literacy.
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P. J. Hoover

Author/Presenter, Self Employed
P. J. (Tricia) Hoover wanted to be a Jedi, but when that didn't work out, she became an electrical engineer instead. After a fifteen year bout designing computer chips for a living, P. J. started creating worlds of her own. She's the award-winning and best-selling author of over 50... Read More →
Wednesday February 19, 2025 10:20am - 11:15am CST
Room 104

1:00pm CST

Building R.E.A.L.ationships and Community in Schools Through Authentic Literary Experiences
Wednesday February 19, 2025 1:00pm - 1:55pm CST
During this insightful and life-changing session, Tierashia Adair will share information with and engage the attendees in thought-provoking conversations and activities to implement solutions, structures, systems, and strategies to promote the social and emotional development of students through authentic literary experiences.
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Tierashia Adair

Owner and CEO, T. Adair Enterprises, LLC
Tierashia Adair is a former, public school teacher of 14 years who has degrees in Drama/Theater Arts (B.A.), Business Administration (minor), and two masters in Curriculum & Instruction with emphases in Reading and Special Education. She is an author, speaker, writer, educational... Read More →
Wednesday February 19, 2025 1:00pm - 1:55pm CST
Room 104

2:05pm CST

It's Never Been a Better Time to Be a Creative Person
Wednesday February 19, 2025 2:05pm - 3:00pm CST
Cheryl's presentation not only introduces her audience to careers as a writer that cover a multitude of skills, styles, and interests, but shows the importance of words in our world and the opportunities in our globally connected society to express our creativity in ways never available before.
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Cheryl Johnson

Author, publisher
Cheryl Johnson is an award-winning nature photographer and author of nine award-winning children's books. Her books, featuring her photographs, encourage children to explore and discover the world around them.
Wednesday February 19, 2025 2:05pm - 3:00pm CST
Room 104
 
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