Do you need a speaker?

I like visiting schools and speaking at conferences. Below, you'll find my out and about schedule for the 2011-2012 school year.

I only wish I could go by rocket ship. (Usually I go via Lurch, my white-under-all-its dirt minivan). If you want me to come to your school or conference, please email me. You can find more information on my speaking page.

October 12, 2011
Tucson, AZ
University of Arizona Children's Literature Class
I'll be talking to future teachers, both at the south campus, and virtually in Nogales, along with Adam Rex. Signing to follow.
October 25, 2011
5:30-7:00 pm
Tucson, AZ
Mostly Books
I'll be autographing books, as part of the fundraiser the bookstore is hosting for Gale Elementary School. The store is located at 6208 E. Speedway.
November 1, 2011
3:30-4:30 pm
Vail, AZ
Brownie Troop at Ocotillo Ridge Elementary School
Author Visit & book signing
November 5, 2011
10:00 am-3:00 pm
Tucson, AZ
Story Town
Meet me as the mayor, Amelia Bedelia! This is fun for the whole family, with live action story telling of favorite picture books, entertainment, and arts and crafts. Presented by the Pima County Public Library in partnership with MAKE WAY FOR BOOKS. The event takes place at the Joel D. Valdez Main Library on the Jacome Plaza.
November 5, 2011
1:00-2:30 pm
Oro Valley, AZ
Oro Valley Public Library Author/Book Day
I'll be part of the children's author panel (other panelists include Janni Lee Simner and Helen and Frank McGee), speaking at 1:00 pm, followed by an autographing session. The Community Day runs from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm.
November 9, 2011
Noon-1:00 pm &
2:00-3:00 pm
Oro Valley, AZ
Western National Parks Association
Lynne Avril and I will be signing The Twelve Days of Christmas in Arizona at the Western National Parks Association store, located at 12880 N. Vistoso Village Drive. For more information, please call (520) 622-6014. "Jennifer J. Stewart and Lynne Avril will share their behind the scenes process of creating their award-winning picture book, The Twelve Days of Christmas in Arizona, just in time for the holidays and Arizona's upcoming centennial. They will take the audience from the initial idea to the finished book, and all the steps along the way, including research, writing, sketching, revising, collaboration, and final art."
November 19, 2011
Noon-2:00 pm
Tucson, AZ
The West
Jennifer J. Stewart book signing for The Twelve Days of Christmas in Arizona. This fabulous gift shop and bookstore donates ALL its profits to charity! Located at 5615 East River Rd., Suite 101; more information at (520) 299-1044.
November 29, 2011
2:30-3:30 pm
Tucson, AZ
Arizona Library Association Conference
Are you ready for Arizona's centennial? Jennifer J. Stewart and Lynne Avril reflect on the past 100 years as the author/illustrator team introduces their picture book, The Twelve Days of Christmas in Arizona. They will explain its creation, from the initial idea to finished book, taking the audience through the process of researching, writing, sketching, revising, collaborating, even more researching, and the final art. They will demonstrate how the book works for a wide age range—younger children sing the verses, count, identify, and increase their vocabulary, while school age children become familiar with Arizona facts, culture, and history, through exposure to the fun fact-filled letters Isabella writes home. What will Arizona's next century look like? Come find out.

We will also be signing The Twelve Days of Christmas in Arizona.
December 3, 2011
12:30-2:30 pm
Tucson, AZ
Barnes & Noble

Book signing for The Twelve Days of Christmas in Arizona. The bookstore is located at 5130 E. Broadway Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85711.
December 10, 2011
1:30-4:30 pm
Phoenix, AZ
Heard Museum

Book signing for The Twelve Days of Christmas in Arizona
December 11, 2011
11:00 am-2:00 pm
Phoenix, AZ
Costco Warehouse #490
Book signing for The Twelve Days of Christmas in Arizona. The warehouse is located at 19001 N. 27th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85027. The phone number is (623) 293-4403.
December 17, 2011
10:00 am-Noon
Tucson, AZ
University of Arizona Worlds of Words

For the Winter Holidays around the World event, I will be talking about the process of writing The Twelve Days of Christmas in Arizona, followed by a writing workshop, and finishing up with a book signing. Find me in the College of Education, 4th Floor.
December 18, 2011
2:00 pm-3:30 pm
Tempe, AZ
Changing Hands Bookstore

Storytime and book signing for The Twelve Days of Christmas in Arizona with author Jennifer J. Stewart and illustrator Lynne Avril. Changing Hands is a wonderful bookstore, with many other items on hand for your holiday giving.
February 18, 2012
Tucson, AZ
Laps for Literacy Fun Run/Walk

Sponsored by Altrusa International, Inc. of Tucson, and benefiting MAKE WAY FOR BOOKS and the Pima County Public Library for Story Town, check-in for the race begins at 7:30 am. To find out more and to register, click here. Rumor has it that I *might* be dressed as The Cat in the Hat!
February 25, 2012
Casa Grande, AZ
Arizona Young Authors Conference

I will be keynoting, giving writing workshops, and autographing books!
March 3, 2012
Tucson, AZ
1:00-3:00 p.m.
McDonald's (1901 S. 6th Avenue: South 6th Ave. & 29th Street)

I will be presenting and signing books at 1:15 and 2:15 p.m. The first 15 people to arrive will get a signed book, for free! Books may also be purchased to benefit MAKE WAY FOR BOOKS.
March 4, 2012
Tucson, AZ
1:00-3:00 p.m.
McDonald's (9490 E. Golf Links: Golf Links & Harrison)

Presentations and books signings at 1:15 and 2:15 p.m. The first 15 people to arrive will get a signed book, for free! Books may also be purchased to benefit MAKE WAY FOR BOOKS.
March 6, 2012
Tucson, AZ
University of Arizona Children's Literature Class
I'll be talking to future teachers, both at the south campus, and virtually in Nogales. Signing to follow.
March 10-11, 2012
Tucson, AZ
Tucson Festival of Books

Saving the dates! I won't be presenting this year, but I will be a most enthusiastic attendee!