Bring me to your school!

With the release of her book Here I Am, I Am Me: An Illustrated Guide to Mental Health she is excited to connect with people in person or through virtual visits. Each 45-minute presentation includes slideshow visuals, a live drawing demonstration, and time for Q&A. Cara’s illustrated presentations offer a gentle and open way to access important conversations about mental health.

PRESENTATION FOR AGES UNDER 12 

This assembly includes information on mental health stigma, our emotional anatomy in the brain, and advice about seeking help from trusted adults.

AGES 12+ PRESENTATION

This assembly can be offered during the school day or offered in the evening so that caregivers and community members can attend. The presentation will explore the journey of creating Here I Am, I Am Me and take a look into the helpful content of fear, coping, depression, suicide, and seeking help.

SPEAKING FEES: (travel costs not included)

Single session or virtual visit: $350
Two sessions: $550
Three sessions: $750

A discounted rate may be available for Title 1 schools. Please contact Cara for more information.

Also, there are a variety of grants for schools and other opportunities to find funding. Here are a few helpful links:

SUPPLIES CHECKLIST:

-Prep. A little goes a long way toward helping make the author's visit successful. If you have any of Cara’s books in your school or classroom library let the students know before the visit.

-Digital projector with HDMI computer cables OR ability to connect to Smartboard and project a PowerPoint presentation. *Cara usually travels with her own Mac laptop and dongle converter. If your school should use their laptop and just have her bring her presentation on a thumb drive, please let her know.

-A microphone/amplification system is appreciated for any class larger than 30 students. Especially if it’s in an auditorium, multi-purpose room, gym, etc

ORDERING BOOKS:

Cara’s books are available through most major book distributors.
Partnering with local bookstores to handle book sales is always a great idea! Supporting community bookstores helps everyone!

To order books directly from the publisher, see the info below. 

Have each ISBN and corresponding full book title, along with the address (including zip code), date, name, and telephone number of the person placing the order. Make sure to mention that you are ordering books for an author visit.

ISBN 978-1-5235-0805-1

Workman books are available at special discounts when purchased in bulk for premiums and sales promotions as well as for fundraising or educational use. For details, contact special.markets@hbusa.com. 

Here I Am, I Am Me by Cara Bean is published by Workman Publishing Co, Inc. a subsidiary of Hachette Book Group, Inc.