Polycom Special Event

ASK Author Interview with
 Laurie Keller          

author/illustrator of Do Unto Otters

Date:  October 13, 2009, 12:00-12:45 ET (11:00 CT, 10:00 MT, 9:00 PT)

          5 classes

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          October 13, 2009, 1:15-2:00 ET (12:15 CT, 11:15 MT, 10:15 PT)

          5 classes           

Grades: 1st-3rd

Required Book: Do Unto Otters by Laurie Keller

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

Event coordination: Sue Porter, Polycom Education Consultant

Do Unto Otters is a book of manners written and illustrated by Laurie Keller. Mr. Rabbit has new neighbors – the otters. This book delightfully explains how to be a good friend and neighbor.

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