Keynote Speaker:Jeff Anderson, "The Write Guy" will offer a lively presentation on how to help students become better writers, based on his popular books, Everyday Editing: Inviting Students to Develop Skill and Craft in Writer's Workshop ; and Mechanically Inclined: Building Grammar, Usage and Style into Writer's Workshop (Stenhouse). (www.writeguy.net)

Lunch Speaker: Paul B. Janeczko is an award-winning poet and anthologist who has published over 40 children’s poetry collections (including three books illustrated by Caldecott Medalist Chris Raschka) and practical guides for poets of all ages. Paul will regale the audience with his charming wit and memorable poetry. (www.paulbjaneczko.com)

Break-out Sessions featuring local teachers, librarians, and college faculty. (Interested in presenting? Contact Judy!)
Vendors, raffles, delicious food (& coffee, coffee, coffee!), a well-stocked NFRC store, and more await you at the

NFRC Fall Conference 2009
Attendance certificates will be provided to every participant. For more information, please contact Judy Bradbury at judyreads@bluefrog.com.