Author Skype

Team Gibbas students and students for Mrs. Kelleher's class joined together on February 28th to Skype with authors Henry Winkler and Lin Oliver the writing team behind the beloved Hank Zipzer series of books.  The Hank Zipzer series of books is based on Henry Winkler's life growing up with undiagnosed dyslexia.  The co-authors shared many writing tips for their young readers.

One viewer asked, "How can you be a great writer?"

Henry Winkler responded, "Don't edit until you are done.  Get all of your ideas out first."

Another viewer asked, "How will I know if what I want to write about is a good idea?"

Henry Winkler told all viewers, "What you have and are good at is what the world needs.  Have the courage to try your ideas.  You are smart and you are powerful whether you have learning challenges or not."

Another question asked was, "How do you begin a story?"

Lin Oliver gave this advice, "Try beginning a story on the day something changes for the character."

Henry Winkler and Lin Oliver have written and published 31 books and their 32nd is coming out in September.  Their books are printed in a special font called dyslexic font to make it easier for people with dyslexia to read their books.  This special font was created by a father in Holland whose child has dyslexia.

Thank you Mrs. Klipfel and Mrs. Kelleher for sharing this meaningful learning experience with us!