Frankie presentation now available Via Skype


Frankie the Walk 'N Roll Dog cruisin' in her wheels



GENRE
Picture books
Non-fiction


BOOKS

Frankie the Walk 'N Roll Dog is a true, inspirational story about my dachshund, Frankie, who suffered a spinal injiruy. She was custom-fitted for a wheelchair. Frankie persevered, and I realized the beautiful opportunity I had to share Frankie with others, especially children. Frankie gives children hope that they too can do anything they set their minds to do, despite any challenges they face.

AWARDS
~National Best Book from USA Book News for children's picture book soft cover
~Merial Human-Animal Bond award from Dog Writer's Association of America
~Editor's Choice award from AllBooks Review
~Indie Excellence finalist



Frankie the Walk ‘N Roll Dog keeps rolling along in her doggie wheelchair. This paralyzed dachshund’s unabashed healing, exuberant spirit, and spunky personality is a blessed gift to everyone she befriends. In this true, inspirational story, Frankie tells how she became a registered therapy dog and shares her visits to Libby’s House, a senior facility where many residents have Alzheimer’s or dementia. Frankie teaches us that patience, listening, and understanding opens our hearts to what matters most—love.




Frankie further expands on her message in this 28-page activity book that overcoming a challenge can be done by having a positive attitude. This book is filled with activities such as word searches, crossword puzzles, coloring pages, and mazes to teach children that challenges are given to help us learn and grow. **Receive a free download of this activity book to make copies and use in your classroom with your Skype booking.

Other Writing Awards
~2nd place winner for story "The Blessing of a Wheelchair-Bound Dachshund" contest sponsored by Linda and Allen Anderson of Angel Animals Network
~Honorable mention for story, "Cassie and Frankie Inspire A Writer" sponsored by best selling authos, Linda and Allen Anderson of Angel Animals Network

Presentations:
My presentation includes a PowerPoint which once you have booked a visit with us, I will email to you. Please understand the PowerPoint is not to be shared with anyone else, except for the use of our virtual visit.
Presentation will include introduction of Frankie, how she injured herself and suffered paralysis and how she presevers in her dog cart (wheelchair)! I also do a selected reading which outlines what Frankie went through and how she came through all of it with a positive attitude.
I demonstrate how Frankie gets in and out of her doggie wheelchair, as well as the physical and swim therapy she went through.
Frankie's message teaches kids compassion, not judging others, patience, kindness, overcoming their own challenges by having a positive attitude and instilling in them that they can do anything they set their minds to do... no matter what obstacles they may have. The PowerPoint of slides show kids that despite Frankie being in a wheelchair, she lives a very full, happy life... just like they can!!

Audiences:
K-8th, libraries, church groups, book clubs, home school communities, organizations, etc. Really anyone wanting to hear an inspirational message and a message of hope that most things are possible. Young and old enjoy Frankie's story!

Available Times:
Please contact me for available times. I am CST and happy to work with you on a time that works for you.

No recording of Skype Sessions without permission from the author.

No Cost Meet the Author Visit: 10 minute meet and greet/great time to test set up for follow up presentation. Please note Frankie will not be available for the 10 minute meet and greet.

In-Depth Visit Length: Approximately a 30-minute presentation with time for Q & A

In-Depth Visit Cost: 2010 rate is $150 for schools, libraries, book clubs, church groups, organizations, etc.
Receive a FREE e-book of Frankie, the Walk 'N Roll Activity when booking a virtual visit!!

Prerequisites:
SCHOOLS
~Having an autographed book by the author, and pawtographed by Frankie, leaves an impact on the children for years to come. So having the option for students to purchase a copy is a good one. I offer a discounted price off the retail price through my Skype program, so it is more affordable for most families. I will provide an order form at the time of booking that can be sent home prior to our virtual visit.
Teachers can then email me a list of names of books to be autographed. I will then mail the books to you.
**Please download this FREE ebook to help plan your Skype visit (contains bio, book order form, helpful tips, etc)

~Students should have read one, preferably both, of Frankie's books or the teacher to have read to the classroom before our presentation

LIBRARIES, CHURCH GROUPS, ORGANIZATIONS
~I would appreciate with your booking and those attending the virtual visit if you make copies of the form (I include in a link I send) stating where people can purchase a copy of Frankie's books.

Note: A portion of book sales are donated to various disabled animal charities throughout the year, as well as other special event programs we do as requested.

Contact Information
Please contact me at joyfulpaws@yahoo.com or barbtechel@verizon.net
Website: www.joyfulpaws.com
My Blog: www.joyfulpaws.typepad.com
Frankie's Blog: www.frankiethewalknrolldog.blogspot.com
My Facebook: www.facebook.com/joyfulpaws
Frankie Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/joyfulpaws#!/pages/Frankie-the-Walk-N-Roll-Dog/119520888067478?ref=sgm
Barbara Twitter: www.twitter.com/joyfulpaws
Frankie Twitter: www.twitter.com/walknrolldog
Skype Name: joyfulpaws

Affiliations:
~SCBWI member
~Dog Writer's Association of America
~Wisconsin Regional Writer's Association