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Matthew Lasley
I offer a variety of packages. I am flexible, so if you have further questions, please contact me. Also see the bottom of this page for suggestions on raising money or getting grants.
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Small Package: $600 plus travel expenses
This package includes an assembly (no longer than hour) for the
whole school and one class visit (can combine 2 classrooms) with
a writing exercise, also one hour. These can be adjusted for age
level. Please note that assemblies should occur before classroom
visit. An additional classroom visit can be added for a fee.
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Large Package: $1000 plus travel expenses
1) This package includes an assembly (no longer than hour) for
the whole school and up to 3 class visits (can combine 2
classrooms) with a writing exercise, each no more than one hour.
These can be adjusted for age level. Please note that assemblies
should occur before classroom visit.
2) This package includes 2 assemblies (each no longer than hour) to divide up ages and up to 2 class visits (can combine 2 classrooms) with a writing exercise, each no more than one hour. These can be adjusted for age level. Please note that assemblies should occur before classroom visit.
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Classroom Visit: $100 plus travel expenses
Classroom visit will include a reading of one of my stories and a writing exercise.
Please note that classroom visits can only be booked for my local area of Anchorage/Palmer/Wasilla or for an area that I might be visiting for a package.
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Virtual Classroom Visit: Prices vary** starting at $50
This includes a 30-45 minute virtual visit where I will read one of my stories and do a Q&A.
** Prices vary depending on length and schedule. I try to make most visits fit outside of my work schedule as an educator. Please contact me if you have questions or want to put your name on my list of possible virtual visits. Take note that World Readaloud Day, Read Across America, and Book Week all fill up quickly.
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List of possible topics:
-Writing
-What an Author does
-Gold Rushes
-How to pan for gold
-Early transportation
-Western Expansion: The Role of Gold
-And many more!
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How to Raise Money to Pay Your Author
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I am an educator and know that it isn't easy for teachers. I do not ask to be paid to add stress to that, rather because I am an educator and know the value of reaching that child with a unique experience.
Here is a list of things that can help you find the funds as I never expect a teacher to pay out of pocket.
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-Ask your administrator. They often have funds for literacy activities. They may not want to fund it all, but it never hurts to ask.
-Ask your PTO or PTA.
-Talk to your librarian. They may know of opportunities to partner with library associations.
-Apply for a Grant. Each state and many communities have grants that specialize in enrichment.
-Reach out to local businesses. If your school has a business partner or family connection, ask them to sponsor an author visit. Check with your local bookstore as they might be willing to chip in with an author signing.
-Do a GoFundMe. There are many on there that you can model yours after.
-Hold a fundraiser. I am willing to sell books to offset some of the cost.
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I am always willing to work with schools to help find a way to make this happen.
