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Janet Fox has taught 8th and 9th grade English and study skills, and has given numerous writing and study skills workshops. She can create a lively and engaging presentation. Janet is also available for Skype visits; please contact her for details.
Please contact Janet at jfoxtx@aol.com for information about school visits and other presentations. (“Please note: while I'm finishing my MFA at Vermont College of Fine Arts and anticipating the launch of Faithful, I won't be making any further school visits until Fall, 2010.")
Topics include:
- Presentations for kids from middle school through high school:
- School Smarts: Study and organization tips and techniques for middle school students based on Janet’s book Get Organized Without Losing It.
- Fun With Writing: Workshops for students on writing skills including topics such as "getting started," "story structure," "finding your voice," and "characterization."
- Journey to Yellowstone: Follow Maggie’s journey from Newport to Yellowstone in 1904 – a discussion based on Janet’s YA novel, Faithful.
- Presentations for adults:
- A Writer on Writing: What do young writers need to fuel their imaginations? How do professional writers hone their craft?
- Teaching Study Skills: Techniques for teachers and parents who wish to incorporate study and organization skills into the lives of their students and children.
Recent Events:
- September, 2009 – Quail Valley Middle School, Texas – all-day presentations to all 6th grade students covering "School Smarts"
- May, 2009 – Jackson School, Newton, MA – Skype visit
- January, 2008 – Bang Elementary, Texas – all-day presentations to 2nd through 5th grades
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