Melissa Williams
Melissa Williams is the author of the Iggy the Iguana chapter book series, the Turtle Town chapter book series and the Little Miss Molly picture book for kids, the owner of LongTale Publishing, and founder of the Literacy Non-Profit Foundation–READ3Zero, which hosts the annual I Write Short Stories by Kids for Kids publishing contest.
Melissa’s first series came out in 2008 after completing a Master’s degree in professional counseling. Melissa's background in the counseling and education field ignited her stories through books and public speaking inside the schools. Melissa's school visit presentations cover character development, creative writing and publishing on the K-8th grade level. Her staff development presentations cover ways to inspire children when using their inner gifts of creativity and imagination. Key points in her talks include the roles of encouragement, getting on the child's level, planting the foundation for success and numerous creative writing and brainstorming techniques for children. Melissa also hosts writing workshops and summer camps for her readers throughout the year.
Interviews:
- KPCR 2 News, Houston
- Fox 26 News, Houston
- ABC 13 News, Houston
- Texas CNN 650 Radio, KPVU
- 104 KRBE Houston
- 91.3 FM Public Radio
- 92.1 FM Houston
Guest Speaker Presentations:
- 2010-2013 Texas PTA Leadership Conference, Austin, TX
- 2012 & 2013 Early Child Development Conference, Houston, TX
- PBS Channel 8 “Kids Go” Writing Awards Ceremony, Houston, TX
- Independent Book Publishers Associations Conference, New York
- Denton Literacy Conference, Texas
- Barnes and Noble’s Educator’s Appreciation Brunch in Houston, Texas
- Houston R.E.A.D. Festival, Texas
Featured Guest:
- Texas Book Festival, Austin, Texas
- Conroe Junior League Literacy Event, Texas
- Guest author at the Kemah Kids Festival, Texas
- Guest author at the Texas Library Association Annual Conference
- Guest author at the John Cooper Event, Woodlands, Texas
Melissa Williams is the author of the Iggy the Iguana chapter book series, the Turtle Town chapter book series and the Little Miss Molly picture book for kids, the owner of LongTale Publishing, and founder of the Literacy Non-Profit Foundation–READ3Zero, which hosts the annual I Write Short Stories by Kids for Kids publishing contest.
Melissa’s first series came out in 2008 after completing a Master’s degree in professional counseling. Melissa's background in the counseling and education field ignited her stories through books and public speaking inside the schools. Melissa's school visit presentations cover character development, creative writing and publishing on the K-8th grade level. Her staff development presentations cover ways to inspire children when using their inner gifts of creativity and imagination. Key points in her talks include the roles of encouragement, getting on the child's level, planting the foundation for success and numerous creative writing and brainstorming techniques for children. Melissa also hosts writing workshops and summer camps for her readers throughout the year.
Interviews:
- KPCR 2 News, Houston
- Fox 26 News, Houston
- ABC 13 News, Houston
- Texas CNN 650 Radio, KPVU
- 104 KRBE Houston
- 91.3 FM Public Radio
- 92.1 FM Houston
Guest Speaker Presentations:
- 2010-2013 Texas PTA Leadership Conference, Austin, TX
- 2012 & 2013 Early Child Development Conference, Houston, TX
- PBS Channel 8 “Kids Go” Writing Awards Ceremony, Houston, TX
- Independent Book Publishers Associations Conference, New York
- Denton Literacy Conference, Texas
- Barnes and Noble’s Educator’s Appreciation Brunch in Houston, Texas
- Houston R.E.A.D. Festival, Texas
Featured Guest:
- Texas Book Festival, Austin, Texas
- Conroe Junior League Literacy Event, Texas
- Guest author at the Kemah Kids Festival, Texas
- Guest author at the Texas Library Association Annual Conference
- Guest author at the John Cooper Event, Woodlands, Texas
Creative Writing: How to get children to use their imagination again
In a world full of creative technology, it can be hard to encourage children to proactively use their creative imaginations on paper. Learn specific techniques to get on a child’s level in order to break through boredom, open up visual awareness, inspire brainstorming skills and relatable story/character development, while building self-esteem through reading and writing.
Staff Development: Creative Writing Workshop Level 3rd-8th
Full Day Workshop Includeds:
How to Get on the Student’s Creative Level
- Being a writer and a teacher is all about knowing your audience. We will go over the issues that block students, hear from the teachers and discuss techniques to get on the level of the child.
- How to inspire creativity within the teacher.
Lesson on Brainstorming
- The Brainstorming Notebook and how to use it
- Awareness...
