Virtual Author Visits
Diverse Children's Books
I believe it is important for children to see themselves represented in books.
When I created my children's books, Slow Down Amaya and Slow Down Sammy, I was mindful of the lack of ethnic diversity in kid's literature.
That's why I decided to create Black characters.
Growing up I didn't see books with characters who looked like me. I am happy that I can share my books with children to highlight the importance of diversity and inclusion.
Representation in Children's Books
In 2021, the percentage of authors, who were people of colour, in the UK, was only 5%! Black authors are hugely underrepresented in the UK.
In 2024, I joined the small percentage of Black authors.
I want to help amplify Black and diverse books in schools.
To reach more children in schools, I offer virtual author visits, to UK schools, for primary 1-3 pupils.
These visits provide children the opportunity to see themselves and their peers in children’s books, while learning mindfulness and social emotional skills.
Virtual Author Visits
During the visits, children and teachers have the opportunity to listen to Slow Down Amaya and Slow Down Sammy (The Mindfully Slow Down Series).
There will be time for a Q&A after each book reading.
How many classes can join?
I ask that a maximum of four classrooms join the session. This will allow time for a few questions to be asked from each class.
My books are targeted at children aged 4-7 years old.
However, I have shared book readings of Slow Down Amaya with primary 3 classes and KS2 children.
How much is a visit?
£100
This Includes:
45 minute author visit
Book readings of ‘The Mindfully Slow Down Series’ books
Short mindfulness workshop
X2 paperback books
X2 character bookmarks
Extra Information
Video Call
The session will be delivered over GoogleMeet, I can provide a link to the call.
If you would prefer to use a different platform, such as Microsoft Teams, I would ask for you to send me the link at least two days in advance of the scheduled visit.
Q&A
To give enough time for the q&a please ask children if they have questions in advance that you can write down and ask during the session.
There may be time to take a few questions that children think of live on the call, depending on the number of classrooms at the visit.
Book a Visit
To arrange a virtual school visit, please get in touch at: hello@butterfly-minds.co.uk or fill in the contact form below.
Home Education
If you're a parent/carer who home schools your child(ren), your child can still be included in my author visits.
I offer a 30 minute virtual session* to bring a unique element of education to your child's learning.
These sessions are delivered over Zoom or GoogleMeet and include book readings of my two children's books, short mindfulness activities, and a Q&A.
*A parent/carer must be present during the session.
You'll also receive digital copies of The Mindfully Slow Down Series to read in future.
Available for wherever you are in the world.
Investment
One family
£50
Pair up with a homeschooling family you know and split the cost between you.
Two families
£80
Book a Visit
To enquire about a virtual author visit for your family, please get in touch at: hello@butterfly-minds.co.uk or fill in the contact form above.