Virtual Author Visit
- The visit is conducted entirely online
- A class set of signed books are provided in advance (UK only)
- Classroom support materials are supplemented by online videos and readings
- The highlight is the author presentation and interview that takes place via Zoom/Skype/Facetime
Session Format
# 1 Briefing
Video trailer and introduction to Bodyguard series
# 2 Mission
Online audio reading of extract from Bodyguard
# 3 Challenge
"Are you born to be a bodyguard?” test for students
# 4 Connect
Author Training: short talk on my life as an author, black belt martial artist and the training I undertook to become a qualified bodyguard. Followed by author interview: Q&A with selected students via Zoom, etc (preferred platform).
# 5 Operation File
Online training sessions for the students: Discover more about bodyguards, watch videos and learn about their skills, as well as a bonus author video reading.
# 6 Debrief
Post-Event Activities: Follow-up classroom worksheet with quizzes, writing tasks and research projects related to the book. Links to author’s social media and option to purchase copies of the books.
Length
A session lasts between 45 - 60 mins with online videos/activities, but can be adapted to any length required.
The online presentation/interview is approx 30 minutes, depending upon requirements.