Appearances

A Royal Little Pest: Mine! Selected by Nelson Education Ltd. as a Read-Aloud for Nelson Literacy Kindergarten’s new national program (curriculum-based Lesson Plans created)!Selected by Nelson Education Ltd. as a Read-Aloud for Nelson Literacy Kindergarten’s new national program (curriculum-based Lesson Plans created)!

Award-winning author Anita Reynolds MacArthur is comfortable presenting in a classroom, library, auditorium, or gymnasium. Her background in education is evident as she discusses the importance of literacy and how it relates to students’ everyday lives. Anita follows a reading of one of her books with a discussion surrounding the elements of a story (character, plot, setting) and uses hardcopy manuscript to demonstrate how a story goes from rough copy to final copy. A brief insight into the world of publishing, as well as a question and answer period, close each presentation. Anita presents to students from JK/SK through to grade 8.

To contact Anita regarding a school or library visit, please click on the red apple.

Word On The Street Festival, Toronto, ON
Canada’s Biggest Outdoor Bookstore
September, 2011

“You were the only author who was here all day, meeting children, signing books, giving away prizes, and handing out free bookmarks. Thank you for promoting literacy.”

2011 festival attendee and father of two
WOTS 2011

St. Ann School, St. Catharine’s, ON
Reading & Presentation, Grades 1-3
May 2011

“Thank you so much for your presentation at St. Ann's School. The children thoroughly enjoyed it and it was perfectly geared for our primary audiences. The teachers, too, commented on the value of the presentation.”

Sue Wilson, Library Technician
St. Ann School (SC)

Barbara Frum Branch, Toronto Public Library
TD’s Canadian Children’s Book Week
Reading & Presentation, Grades 1-3
May 2011

“Thank you for visiting our library! It was a great visit and it was quite evident that the children enjoyed it… It was a pleasure meeting you and I hope to see you here at Barbara Frum once again.”

Patty Domski, Children's Librarian
Barbara Frum Branch, Toronto Public Library

Hillsdale Public School, Oshawa, ON
Family Literacy Evening
Reading & Presentation, Families of JK/SK-grade 8 students
April 2011

"Thank you for a fun evening!”

Stephanie Watson-Fischer, Teacher-Librarian
Hillsdale P.S

Thornhill Public School, Thornhill, ON
Reading & Presentation, JK/SK to grade 4
January 2011

"Thanks for your visit today. The staff had many lovely comments and I am sure there will be lots of positive feedback from the students tomorrow."

Synthia Goldfarb, Literacy/ESL/Library
Thornhill P.S.

Blessed Sacrament Catholic School, Toronto, ON
Reading & Presentation, JK/SK to grade 5
May 2010

"Thanks again for yesterday! Everyone is still buzzing about how much they enjoyed your performance."

Vania Grober, Teacher-Librarian
Blessed Sacrament C.S.

Father Serra Catholic School, Etobicoke, ON
Reading & Presentation, grade 1-4
April 2010

"The student engagement and interaction factor is a testament to your ability to hold their interest while you present."

Josie Leo-DelDuca, Vice Principal
Father Serra C.S.

Lester B. Pearson Public School, Ajax, ON
Family Literacy Evening
Reading & Presentation, Families of JK/SK-grade 8 students
January 2010

``You really brought your literacy presentation to a level that children understand. Great job!``

Involved parent
Lester B. Pearson Public School

Girl Guides of Canada, Ajax, ON
Reading & Presentation, Brownies (grades 2-3)
January 2010

``You really captured everyone`s attention and held it as you discussed the importance of reading and writing. Great presentation!``

Trish Ramenda, Brownies Leader
Girl Guides of Canada

Chapters, Ajax, ON
Author/Illustrator Book Signing
December 2009

Sir Samuel Steeles Public School, Whitby, ON
Reading & Presentation, JK/SK-grade 4
November 2009

William Dunbar Public School, Pickering, ON
Reading & Presentation, primary grades
November 2009

Mississauga Public Library, Mississauga, ON
Reading & Presentation, JK/SK-grade 1
(students from Lorne Park Elementary)
October 2009

``Hi Anita,
Thanks again for your visit to Lorne Park Library; the teachers thought the presentation was great!``

Cate Chass, Librarian
Lorne Park Branch Library

Kedron Public School, Oshawa, ON
Reading & Presentation, JK/SK-grade 4
June 2009

Parkinson Centennial Public School, Orangeville, ON
Reading & Presentation, primary grades
June 2009

Grandview Public School, Oshawa, ON
Reading & Presentation, grades 1-6
May 2009

St. Theresa Catholic School, Whitby, ON
Reading & Presentation, JK/SK-grade 5
May 2009

Village Union Public School, Oshawa, ON
Reading & Presentation, JK/SK-grade 5
May 2009

St. James Catholic School, Ajax, ON
Family Literacy Evening
Reading & Presentation, Families of JK/SK-grade 8 students
April 2009

St. Leo Catholic School, Brooklin, ON
Reading & Presentation, grades 1 and 5
April 2009

Uxbridge Public School, Uxbridge, ON
Family Literacy Evening (hosted by Uxbridge P.S. & Blue Heron Books)
Reading & Presentation, Families of JK/SK-grade 8 students
April 2009

The presentation last night was just great! The kids were engaged throughout and had a wonderful time - the parents and teachers were full of praise. The school would love to have you back for a classroom visit...

Shelley Macbeth, Owner
Blue Heron Books

St. Bernadette Catholic School, Ajax, ON
Reading & Presentation, grades 1-8
April 2009

Anita and Karen visited our school on April 14 and their presentations entertained both students and teachers alike! All students from grades 1 to 8 were invited to attend...and if scheduling had permitted I know that the JK and SK classes would truly have enjoyed it as well. The ladies adapted their presentations to meet the interest levels of all of the grades, with the motivational message that their success in this endeavor developed through co-operation and dedication to their dreams. The PowerPoint portion of the event further captivated all of the audience.

Thank you for a most enjoyable day!

Karen Fullerton, Teacher-Librarian
St. Bernadette C.S.

St. Bernard Catholic School, Whitby, ON
Reading & Presentation, primary grades
April 2009

Brother Andre Catholic School, Ajax, ON
Family Literacy Evening
Reading & Presentation, Families of primary grades
March 2009

Southwood Park Public School, Ajax, ON
Reading & Presentation, primary grades
March 2009

Fairport Beach Public School, Pickering, ON
Reading & Presentation, JK/SK-grade 6
March 2009

Carruthers Creek Public School, Ajax, ON
Reading & Presentation, primary grades
February 2009

"Karen Roy and Anita Reynolds MacArthur visited our school on February 24th to share their book A Royal Little Pest. They were great! The kids really enjoyed the presentation. They were both very engaging, entertaining and educational. They kept the students interested and involved with a reading and a visual presentation about the graphic illustrations used in the book. I would definitely recommend them!"

Sandy Taylor,Teacher/Librarian/Site Manager
Carruthers Creek P.S.

St. Bernadette's Catholic School, Ajax, ON
Presentation, Parent Council Meeting
January 2009

William Dunbar Public School, Pickering, ON
Reading & Presentation, primary grades
January 2009

Mother Teresa Catholic School, Ajax, ON
Presentation, Teacher-Librarian Meeting
January 2009

Mother Teresa Catholic School, Ajax, ON
Reading & Presentation, gr. 1 classes
January 2009

St. James Catholic School, Ajax, ON
Presentation at School Assembly
December, 2008

Chapters, Ajax, ON
Author/Illustrator Book Signing
December 2008

Indigo Book Store, Yorkdale Shopping Centre, Toronto, ON
Author/Illustrator Book Signing
December 2008

Ben McNally Books, Toronto, ON
Book Launch
November 2008