Virtual School Visit: Howdy, I'm John Ware
Book your Virtual School Visit for Black History Month February 2022.
We do 30-mins of reading/Q&A with Author Ayesha Clough and 30-mins of draw-along with Illustrator Hugh Rookwood.
We encourage schools to consider hosting "Big Zooms" which include several classrooms in the virtual visit. Some school districts opt for two sessions: one for KG to Grade 2 and another for Grades 3-5. We adapt the presentation to suit the grade levels.
CHILDREN'S BOOK OF THE YEAR
Howdy, I’m John Ware recounts the life of Canada's legendary Black cowboy and pioneer rancher, who blazed a trail of kindness despite adversity. Ideal for ages 7-10 / Grades 2-5. It won ‘Children’s Book of the Year’ in the Alberta Book Publishing Awards and the Heritage Calgary ‘Storytelling Award’ in 2021.
HOW TO BOOK
Please contact Ayesha to book your date and time. Ayesha can be reached at ayesha@redbarnbooks.ca or 587-432-4649. Limited spots available! Please lock down a date before paying online.
FREE RESOURCES FOR EDUCATORS
We love educators and are pleased to support the work you do!
Teachers, librarians, homeschoolers and parents are free to screen the animated video, which is the top-viewed story on the Bibliovideo platform, which features many Canadian children's books for you to use in your classrooms.
You can also print off the colouring sheet included with the pictures on this page, and make as many copies as you need. Please tag us on Facebook and Twitter @RedBarnBooksCA when you share your children's artwork and projects.
BULK ORDERS
Books can be ordered through UTP Distribution, library wholesalers, local bookstores or direct from Red Barn Books (use discount code EDUCATORS).
REVIEWS
“Such an engaging and authentic way to have representation in our curriculum. One of the best Author-Illustrator workshops we've had.”
– Alicia Huculak, Rocky View Schools
"Ayesha and Hugh reached 4,000 students with two big Zooms. Ayesha was so expressive and engaging, and Hugh was a big hit with the kids!"
– Paula Huddy-Zubkowski, Calgary Catholic School District
"What a delightful and important contribution ‘Howdy, I'm John Ware’ makes to children's literature in Canada!”
– Cheryl Foggo, Calgary Author and Historian