School Vists

One of the best parts of my job is connecting with young readers. I’ve developed the below presentations to be entertaining, informative, inspiring, and most importantly – fun! The book a visit or learn more, please email me at marcus@marcuscutler.com.

Words Vs. Pictures – Who Will Win?!?

Grades 2-6, 50-60 minutes

What’s more important in a picture book, the words or the pictures? Marcus fearlessly tackles this controversial debate head-on in this fun and enlightening presentation that pulls from his unique perspective as both an illustrator and author. Focusing on how artwork can support, expand, and even contradict the text, Marcus will read and discuss a book he illustrated, The Three Canadian Pigs by Jocelyn Watkinson as well as his own book, I Do Not Eat Children. Students will then participate in a lively improvisational art and caption game that will finally determine who reigns supreme, the words… or the pictures?

Making Monstrosities

Grades K-5, 50-60 Minutes, or two 30-minute presentations for kindergarten groups

What happens to all the books that don’t get made? Prepare yourself as Marcus opens his Vault of Monstrosities, and discover that what lies inside is not just monstrous… but also wonderful! Focusing on the themes of creativity and resilience, Marcus will take students on a behind the scenes tour – from manuscript, to artwork, to printed copy, and all the parts in-between, to see how books sometimes do, and sometimes don’t, get made. The presentation will include readings  and discussions of Travel Guide for Monsters Part Deux: A Canadian Adventure, and I Do Not Eat Children, as well as a raucous call and response monster-drawing game that will teach students how fun it can be to make monstrosities!

Fees

Rates: $250 for a single session, $200 per each additional session for the same day & school. For Kindergarten classes, two half sessions can be substituted for a full one. For visits outside of Essex County, Ontario there is a travel fee of $0.50/km, and a minimum of two sessions must be booked. Virtual: $180 per session.