Donna Marie Merritt is the author of 15 math and science books for children in preschool through grade three. She has also penned numerous magazine articles, stories, and poetry for all ages. Look for her newest poem in the May 2009 issue of BOOK LINKS.
Selected Works:
Under the name Donna Marie Pitino (previous name before remarriage):
Kane Press (New York), 2005:
TOO-TALL TINA
Abrams and Company (Waterbury, CT), 2006:
AMAZING SCIENTISTS
Abrams and Company (Waterbury, CT), 2005:
THE WATER CYCLE
IS IT LIKELY TO HAPPEN?
LET’S FIGURE IT OUT!
MY WONDERFUL BODY
PLAYGROUND SCIENCE
Abrams and Company (Waterbury, CT), 2004:
LET’S EAT!
“I am still receiving rave reviews about Donna’s presentation. Everyone loved her energy and enthusiasm, and her information-packed handout was greatly appreciated. I was especially impressed with how she got everyone up, involved, and singing, and I can’t wait to use her reading techniques with my own child.”
~Elana Hoffman Larnson, Director, Hartford Jewish Coalition for Literacy
Program Info
Program Descriptions:
Donna enjoys reading with young audiences and talking about what an author does. With upper grades, she answers questions about the ups and downs of a writing career and demonstrates the various stages through which a manuscript must pass before publication. With adults, she discusses writing and the value of reading with children.
Program Pricing:
In Connecticut: $300 for half day; $500 for full; $900 for two days (plus travel);
Out-of-State: $400 for half day; $700 for full; $1200 for two days (plus travel)
Special Features:
Donna prefers to work with groups of 40 or fewer at a time for greater interaction.
Audience Levels:
Preschool; Lower Elementary; Upper Elementary; Middle School; High School; Adult
Contact Info
Contact Email:
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Contact Address:
201 Mount Fair Drive
Home City:
Watertown
Home State:
Connecticut
Contact Phone:
203-518-3028
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