Presentations

We deliver engaging professional literacy talks and presentations to educators and administrators on complex topics like cultivating a culturally responsive literacy classroom, engaging apathetic student readers, and attracting parents to school events.

For conferences, summits, and other professional events, simply share with us about the theme of your event and we'll create a presentation designed for your intended audience and outcomes.

Here are a few of our previous engagements and presentation topics.

The Quantitative & Quantitative Impact of Representation in Children’s Literature

Library Camp at Santa Clara County Office of Education (2024)
Agnew Elementary School, Santa Clara Unified School District (2024)

Why Parents Don’t Come To School Events

Sonoma County Office of Education Continuous Improvement Meeting (2026)

Shaping Culturally Responsive Literacy Classrooms

Bay Area Community Schools Regional Technical Assistance Center (2025)
Literacy Summit, San Benito County Office of Education (2024)

High School Graduation Speeches

Big Fish in Every Pond, The Foundation for Hispanic Education (2023)

Unlocking Reading Comprehension: Empowering Kids to Activate Their Background Knowledge

Region 5 Expanded Learning Partnerships (2024)

Building Home Libraries

Visitation Valley Elementary School, San Francisco Unified School District (2023)

Words & Numbers: Building Blocks of Literacy

Literacy Summit, San Benito County Office of Education (2025)

Blog Posts

Parents Battling Time and Uncertainty in Raising Readers

How do we support the modern parent with home learning?! In today's fast-paced world, literacy is more important than ever. It is the foundation for learning and personal growth. However, many children struggle with reading and writing, leaving parents feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about how to best support their child’s literacy journey. The challenges of balancing work, household responsibilities, and the need to nurture a child's education can create a sense of urgency

Westley Baker

Aug 14, 20252 min read

How Three Mysterious Numbers Boosted Family Engagement at Our School Event

More than a newsletter, social media post, or promise of pizza. In recent discussions, administrators have consistently expressed their challenges in engaging parents for school events. Despite their efforts to create appealing programs and activities, attendance often falls short of expectations. This struggle highlights a broader issue of communication and involvement within the school community, where parents may feel disconnected from the school environment or unaware of

Westley Baker

Aug 14, 20252 min read