PRESENTATION
A 60-minute, interactive presentation in which Henry discusses the creative process and how The Tapestry`s story and illustrations make the leap from though to page. An inspirational, empowering talk capped by 20 minutes of Q&A and a book signing.
PRESENTATION + 1 WORKSHOP
After his presentation, Henry will lead a creative workshop from the menu on the right. Workshop subjects range from storytelling to character design and are a dynamic complement to the presentation.
PRESENTATION + 3 WORKSHOPS
A creative extravaganza that will inspire your students for years. Following his presentation, Henry leads three engaging, hands-on workshops that launch your students toward illustrated stories of their very own.
ONLINE VIDEO CHAT
A modern, affordable way to invite an author into your classroom via the Internet. Schools and libraries can schedule a video chat in which Henry fields questions regarding The Tapestry and his approach to writing and illustration..
AUTHOR TRICKS & TIPS
A fast-paced, interactive workshop in which Henry and the participants transform a classic fairytale. Students gain invaluable insights into story structure, character development, and writing style. Time: 60 minutes
STORY STARTER
Students dive into creating a story of their very own. By the end of the workshop, students will have chosen a setting, identified their main characters, and selected the basic plot on which to build their tale. Time: 60 minutes
CHARACTER DESIGN
An illustration workshop in which students conceive and draw their main protagonist(or villain!). In doing so, they'll learn the power of using simple shapes to create expressive artwork. Time: 60 minutes
