What Educators Are Saying About Bobbie’s School Visits“We enjoyed Bobbie Hinman’s presentation very much—she engaged the kids and delighted them with her stories, art, and collectibles. It’s always a treat for kids to make the connection between books and the people who create them. It makes kids see that they themselves can be authors and that their imagination is the limit. Thanks again.”
- Josephine Nolfi, Manager of Children’s Services
Public Library Youngstown, Ohio “The children thoroughly enjoyed your visit! After your presentation, they went back to their classrooms buzzing with ideas about which to write. Even a parent has told me, her child has started writing a book at home! What a wonderful sight to see - children eager to write!”
- Laura Brockmeyer, Teacher
Saint Stephen School Kingsville, Maryland “Bobbie Hinman visited Pine Grove Elementary on April 24, 2007. Her readings to our primary classes (K-2nd) were animated and interactive. Students and staff were mesmerized. In fact, when she participated in our Barnes and Noble night two days later, she was welcomed as one of the family. As a school principal, I would recommend her to any school.”
- Richard Weber, Principal
Pine Grove Elementary School Baltimore County, Maryland “On behalf of the kindergarteners and the other kindergarten teachers, I want to thank you for your visit to Jarrettsville Elementary School. I was pleased to observe the children’s attentive engagement and active participation throughout your presentation – a true testimonial to your work! The three other kindergarten teachers remarked about your wonderful presentation and your calm and pleasant personality.”
- Lynn Hess, Kindergarten Teacher
Jarrettsville Elementary School Jarrettsville, Maryland “When the Knot Fairy Lady visited our school it was truly magical. Our students aged 3-12 enjoyed their discussions with the author asking questions which were over-the-top creative and humorous but handled very professionally by Bobbie. To learn about the story’s birth process was especially good for our students and fostered more intense creativity when they began to think about writing their own special stories. We felt we had been blessed by a true fairy and are looking forward to a new book and a second visit.”
- Pamela Matsos, Head of School
Montessori School of Wooster, Ohio Wooster, Ohio “The children and I were thrilled to have an author visit and have her read her special book to us. After you left, the children whispered and giggled all afternoon about stories of their adventures with the Knot Fairy. Thank you for spending your morning with us.”
- Molly Levis, Second Grade Teacher
Harford Day School Bel Air, Maryland “The children of Sacred Heart Grade School fell in love with Mrs. Hinman and her book, The Knot Fairy. They were thrilled to meet “a real life” author who not only shared her story, but listened to theirs. Her next book, The Sock Fairy, promises to be just as fun…we can’t wait!”
- Terri L. Maier, Principal
Sacred Heart Grade School Charleston, West Virginia “One of the highlights of our school year at Kids Club Preschool was the reading of the Knot Fairy by Mrs. Bobbie Hinman. It was a delight for the students to listen as the mystery was unraveled. They laughed and giggled as Bobbie read. They joined in afterward repeating the theme song. Their imaginations were sparked as Bobbie spoke with them. It was an honor for our children to meet a real 'author'."
- Nancy Miller, Director
Kids Club Preschool Bel Air, Maryland “Fallston Child Care was recently honored when children’s author, Bobbie Hinman visited for several readings of her book, The Knot Fairy. She also completed a Writer’s Workshop with our oldest school-age group. What an amazing time was had by all! Mrs. Hinman was very professional, organized and well-prepared. While reading her intriguing story, she used props and captivated her audience which ranged in age from 3-9. The children were so excited to ask questions and learn about the writing process. “
- Valeree K. Byer, Director
Fallston Child Care Center Fallston, Maryland “Thank you for taking the time to share your wonderful story with our boys and girls. Meeting a ‘real author’ is always an exciting experience. Learning how your book went from an idea to the published story was interesting and informative. The visuals that you used were very helpful as you explained the process. We appreciate your patience when dealing with their many questions.”
- Connie Beckwith, Program Specialist
Highlands School Cresswell, Maryland “A fantastic experience! Everyone is still talking about your visit! Thanks!”
- Teri Dwyer, Principal
St. Raphael School Rockville, Maryland |
