Author Visits

Bring Curly Crow to Your School

Interactive Author Visits that Inspire Young Readers

Nicholas Aragon presenting a Curly Crow author visit for elementary school students in New Mexico.

Bring reading to life with an unforgettable Curly Crow Author Visit—an interactive experience designed to spark imagination, creativity, and a lifelong love of books.

Nicholas Aragon, creator of the Curly Crow Children’s Book Series, delivers engaging, high-energy presentations that help students discover the magic of storytelling—and their own Reading Superpower.

Programs are designed for Pre-K through 5th Grade and can be customized for assemblies, classrooms, libraries, literacy nights, and special events.

During Your Author Visit, Students Will:

• Discover how an idea becomes a real book
• Learn where story ideas come from
• Help create a story together
• See how illustrations bring characters to life
• Draw the Curly Crow character step-by-step
• Explore how reading grows their imagination

Students don't just listen, they participate, create, and leave inspired to read and tell their own stories.

Program Highlights

Interactive Storytelling
Students help create a brand-new story using their imagination and ideas.

How Books Are Made
A simple, engaging look at the journey from idea → story → illustrations → printed book.

Draw Curly Crow
A fun, guided drawing activity using simple shapes—every student can succeed.

Discover Your Reading Superpower
A powerful, memorable moment where students realize their ideas and voices matter.

Author Visit Packages & Pricing

Flexible options to fit your schedule, students, and budget:

1-Hour Visit — $300
Perfect for a single interactive presentation or classroom session.

2-Hour Visit — $485
Two sessions or one extended experience for multiple groups.

Half-Day Visit (Up to 4 Hours) — $685
Multiple presentations tailored to different grade levels for deeper engagement.

Full-Day Visit — $1,200
The complete Curly Crow Literacy Experience featuring multiple presentations, classroom visits, interactive activities, and time to connect with students throughout the day.

Travel Information

Author visits are available throughout New Mexico and beyond.

Schools outside the Albuquerque metro area are welcome to schedule a visit. Additional travel fees may apply depending on your location and travel time.

Please contact us for a personalized quote—we're always happy to work with schools to create the best experience possible.

Virtual presentations and out-of-state author visits are also available by request.

Many schools offset the cost through PTA funding, literacy grants, student book orders, or community sponsorships.

What's Included

Every visit includes:

  • Interactive storytelling experience
  • Draw Curly Crow guided activity
  • Behind-the-scenes look at creating a children's book
  • Reading Is My Superpower presentation
  • Student Q&A session

Perfect For

Curly Crow Author Visits are ideal for:

  • Elementary schools
  • Public libraries
  • School libraries
  • Literacy nights
  • Reading celebrations
  • Classroom enrichment programs
  • Homeschool groups
  • Community events

Resources for Teachers

Help your event run smoothly with ready-to-use resources.

📄 Author Visit Flyer
Share with administrators, librarians, reading specialists, or PTA leaders.

📄 School Discount Order Form
Offer student discounted books before your event.

📄 Student Book Order Form
Allow students to purchase books ahead of time and have them personally signed during the visit.

Books ordered before the event can be personalized and signed, creating a memorable keepsake that encourages children to continue reading long after the visit ends.

Extend the Learning

Keep the excitement going after the visit with free literacy resources.

🎨 Curly Crow Coloring Contest

Students can submit their artwork for a chance to be featured on Curly Crow's social media and win fun prizes.

📚 Lesson Plans & Literacy Activities

Continue the learning with reading discussions, creative writing prompts, classroom activities, and literacy extensions inspired by Curly Crow adventures.

👉 Visit the Lesson Plans page to explore free classroom resources.

About the Author

Nicholas Aragon is the author, publisher, and creator of the Curly Crow Children's Book Series—a growing collection of award-winning stories that inspire imagination, curiosity, confidence, and a lifelong love of reading.

Through engaging author visits, Nicholas encourages students to believe in themselves, discover the power of storytelling, and realize that every great adventure begins with an idea.

👉 Discover Reading Is My Superpower

Book an Author Visit

Ready to bring Curly Crow to your school?

Use the contact form below to:

  • Check available dates
  • Request a personalized quote
  • Ask questions
  • Begin planning your visit

Whether you're planning a classroom presentation, literacy event, library program, or school-wide assembly, we'd love to help your students discover their Reading Superpower.

We look forward to visiting your school!

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