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Marsha Hayles visits SJS

On Tuesday, October 27th St. John’s had an author visit by Marsha Hayles. In her animated presentation, Playing with Words, the primary grades enjoyed her stories and songs. Her focus with the older students was on writing fiction.

 

During her presentation, Working with Words, the older students learned tips on fostering the creative process and revisions, some insider secrets and how she became an author. Titles of Ms. Hayles books are: He Saves the Day, Pajamas Anytime, The Feathered Crown, Beach Play and Pet of a Pet. St. John’s students were the FIRST students to hear her read from her new picture book, Bunion Burt, that will be on sale November 10th.

 

After the presentations representatives from sixth, seventh, and eighth grades had the opportunity to chat and have lunch with Ms. Hayles. Everyone enjoyed Ms. Hayles enthusiasm and lively presentations.