Frank Beddor's Presentation
For School Events
"Thank you so much for the opportunity to bring Frank to our junior highs. Every time I am at the store I hear a kid raving to his/her parents about the book. We still have the window display with the poster of Hatter Madigan and the kids stop their parents in the rain to explain exactly who he is and how the hat works. The junior highs are still talking about what a great program Frank put on. Thank you!"
- Natasha Fleischman, The Valley Bookseller
Highlights of the presentation include:
- A history lesson on Lewis Carroll and his "Alice".
- Story of how I learned the true story of Alyss OF Wonderland.
- Show & Tell of the box and cards I discovered in London.
- Powerpoint presentation of the art as I act out the book.
- Screening of "The Looking Glass Wars" novel trailer.
- Auditions for "The Looking Glass Wars" movie.
- Description of the Hatter M. graphic novel series.
The overall theme of the presentation is the experience of imagination and curiosity and how they inspire each other to infinite worlds of creativity.
"I had promised to put in writing the great story of Frank Beddor's day here with us from Third Place Books. He enchanted two groups of students of about 110 each, at two elementary schools. He was delightful and a joy to work with."
- Cheryl McKeon, Third Place Books
Check out the videos for "The Story Behind The Story" and to see an actual school visit!
"I met you when you came to Salt Lake City Utah. My name is Kailee and I truely love your books. I was so inspired by all that you've done in the LGW series and in other aspects. While you were in Utah you let me act out a scene as Alyss. You told me that I would be a perfect Alyss and honestly you inspired me to keep imagining and go for my dreams."
- Kailee, Salt Lake City
"I just wanted to thank you again for coming to our school today give a presentation about your books and the inspirations behind them. My students were beyond thrilled and it was so exciting for them to realize their dreams actually can come true. Thank you again for taking the time
to visit!"
- Becca Romans, Orange County High School of the Arts