Polycom Special Event

ASK Author Interview with
 Amy Young        

author/illustrator of Belinda the Ballerina

Date: October 20, 2009, 12:00-12:45 ET (11:00 CT, 10:00 MT, 9:00 PT)

          5 clases      

          October 20, 2009, 1:15-2:00 ET (12:15 CT, 11:15 MT, 10:15 PT)

          5 classes

Grades: 1st - 3rd

Required Book: Belinda the Ballerina by Amy Young

Partners: Author coordination/liaison: Elaine Shuck, Polycom, Inc.,

Event coordination: Sue Porter, Polycom Education Consultant

Belinda the Ballerina was written and illustrated by Amy Young. Belinda is not your average ballet student - her feet are very big! But, Belinda pursues her dream with determination, spirit and fun.

ASK (“Authors Specialist and Knowledge”) is an organized process that provides students with the opportunity to interview an author or a subject specialist in the topic they are reading about in a novel. The program uses excellent literature, journal writing and interviewing to promote reading for understanding.

ASK Information

• What is ASK
• Step-by-Step Process for Teachers
• Making your ASK Connection a Success
• To request a free 15 min. video about the ASK process, email Arnie Comer at acomer@misd.net. Or view online. QuickTime 30M. QuickTime 50M. (If this doesn't play, right click and choose Save Target As..., save the file to your desktop and play it from there.)

Please make sure you can commit to the work necessary to prepare for this program before registering your class. Questions? Email Sue Porter at sporter4@comcast.net