Angelique Monet LOVES Author Visits!
A visit from Angelique Monet is exciting, inspiring, educational and full of wonderful whimsy. It is a visit that both students and facility will not forget. Inspiring children to write, create, and most of all to believe in themselves by letting go of the fear of failure. Children are emboldened to step outside their comfort zone and bravely commit to something new.
One of a kind interactive props help students understand visually and physically that when we feed the worries that live in our minds it can actually bring them to life.
For example:
By worrying about a test…(what if I fail? What if I forget? What if I run out of time?) can cause real life physical negative effects such as: poor sleep, headaches, stomach upset, and lack of focus. Worry sets the stage for the exact things we don’t want and 99% of the things we worry about never happen.
Angelique Monet shows children how to quiet the worry. How to push past the self-defeating negative talk in order to achieve their personal goals within school, sports, art, music, self-image and self-esteem. The Bravest Worrier lives in each and every one of us and even when we worry we can still be brave. Everything we want to achieve is right on the other side of fear. Angelique Monet will show your students just how brave they can be!
Grade levels: K - 12
What to expect:
Each presentation is tailored for the grade level present in the audience. Students will learn about the fun and exciting process of being both the author and the illustrator. Angelique Monet will captivate her audience with a theatrical reading of The Bravest Worrier that includes music and sounds to play along during her reading. Engaging dialogue on how build confidence, self-worth and how to put these in motion today! Higher grade levels will have a hands on learning experience about the technology used to create The Bravest Worrier.
Time Frame:
Each presentation is 45 minutes with the exception of kindergarten which is 30 minutes.
One of a kind interactive props help students understand visually and physically that when we feed the worries that live in our minds it can actually bring them to life.
For example:
By worrying about a test…(what if I fail? What if I forget? What if I run out of time?) can cause real life physical negative effects such as: poor sleep, headaches, stomach upset, and lack of focus. Worry sets the stage for the exact things we don’t want and 99% of the things we worry about never happen.
Angelique Monet shows children how to quiet the worry. How to push past the self-defeating negative talk in order to achieve their personal goals within school, sports, art, music, self-image and self-esteem. The Bravest Worrier lives in each and every one of us and even when we worry we can still be brave. Everything we want to achieve is right on the other side of fear. Angelique Monet will show your students just how brave they can be!
Grade levels: K - 12
What to expect:
Each presentation is tailored for the grade level present in the audience. Students will learn about the fun and exciting process of being both the author and the illustrator. Angelique Monet will captivate her audience with a theatrical reading of The Bravest Worrier that includes music and sounds to play along during her reading. Engaging dialogue on how build confidence, self-worth and how to put these in motion today! Higher grade levels will have a hands on learning experience about the technology used to create The Bravest Worrier.
Time Frame:
Each presentation is 45 minutes with the exception of kindergarten which is 30 minutes.
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RAVES and REVIEWS
“One of the most meaningful and inspirational artists to present at GRACEPOINT School. Angelique was entertaining, sincere, compassionate, and inspiring as she presented “The Bravest Worrier” to our students. She creatively brought her beautifully illustrated book to LIFE and mesmerized all grade levels from 1st to 8th. Angelique captures her audience as an author and illustrator, while helping them understand they can overcome the “worries” that continually haunt them. What a gift! With our students she inspired a school-wide writing competition that was a positive learning experience for all. We are grateful for Angelique’s kindness and will invite her to come to our school every year to inspire and teach. I look forward to her next book! I highly recommend scheduling Angelique Monet to read and perform at your school or camp.”
-Joy Wood, Head of School
GRACEPOINT School, Marietta, Georgia
“Angelique Monet’s visit to Jackson Primary was energetic, inspiring and motivational! She captured our student’s attention as she brought her book to life through whimsical illustrations and warm encouraging words. She was a wonderful inspiration for young authors and illustrators as she guided students through the process of how she used carefully detailed brush strokes and rich vibrant paint to bring her illustration of an antique lantern in her book to life! To add to the fun and excitement the students were able to interact with a fabulous real life prop which was inspired and created from an illustration from her book. Motivated by her own child’s experiences, she encourages children to face their worries and reminds them that they are never too young to be brave!”
-Marlin Larson, Teacher
Warren T. Jackson Elementary, Atlanta, Georgia
“My middle school students recently had the pleasure of an author visit from Angelique Monet as she detailed the process of writing and illustrating her book, "The Bravest Worrier". Ms. Monet described the process through which she wrote and illustrated the book and showed the students all of the different phases of the project. They were thrilled to hear from a real author and illustrator and they were amazed to learn that writing and illustrating a book is hard work, takes a lot of time, and is not something that comes easily no matter how talented you are. Ms. Monet captivated their attention with an engaging visual display, a demonstration of her illustration technique, and a book reading with flair. At the end she fielded my student's varied questions with a sense of humor and style.”
-Michelle Thrash, Teacher
Lost Mountain Middle School, Kennesaw, Georgia
“I was very interested to see the artist/author visit for the "Bravest Warrior". We'd met before the book was published and I saw several of her beautiful illustrations. I was curious to see how it turned out. The interest level of our students, a group of 4th graders, was very high. They were so very interested in how the art work was created, the visit generated a new interest in several of the drawing applications on the ipads. Lots of questions were asked. The story empowered some of our more timid students and I heard them talking about the book after the talk. They had fun discussing things that make them fearful. I love the gentle way Angelique spoke with the students, and I believe they loved having her there. The book is appropriate for multiple age levels for various reasons.”
- Carol Case, Teacher
Vaughan Elementary, Powder Springs, Georgia
“Angelique Monet recently visited our school and shared her marvelous book The Bravest Worrier. She spoke with Kindergarten, first and second graders and each presentation was catered directly to the particular grade level. Angelique held their interest by reading the story she created for one of her daughters and telling her story of becoming an author and illustrator. The students were enthralled with the illustrations and story that helped them understand that you don't have to be big to be brave!”
-Prissy Stewart, Media Specialist
Sarah Smith Elementary, Atlanta, Georgia
The Bravest Worrier is a delightful story about a little girl who worries about everything, but then realizes she is wasting too much of her time missing out on all the fun things in life due to all the worry. It is a beautifully illustrated story and a lesson for all ages. I read the story to my twin girls who are nine years old, and I know it is a story we will read over and over again. Not only is the message in the story a great lesson to learn, but the beautiful illustrations really make the book. My girls kept asking me if the author was also the illustrator because they fell in love with the pictures. I would recommend this story for any child or adult. It is not just a story for girls as my two sons also loved the book. The author, Angelique Monet, visited our elementary school where she shared the story with the students and discussed the importance of being brave and to leave worry behind. The students were so attentive and captivated by the beautifully illustrated pictures, and I am so glad I was able to bring the story home to my own children.
-Jessica Harron, Assistant Principal
Sarah Smith Elementary, Atlanta, Georgia
“Angelique Monet’s visit to Garden Hills Elementary was, captivating, inspiring, and heartfelt. She engaged the students through fun and excitement taking them into a world where she encourages children to face their worries and you are never too young to be brave. Her book is filled with encouraging words and amazing illustrations that come to life as her book is read. I loved how gentle and kind she was with our students.”
-Tracey Scott, Assistant Principal
Garden Hills Elementary, Atlanta, Georgia
“Five Stars! Engaged students well. A great presentation, appreciated multi-sensory for youngest students. The art and tone were very inspirational as Angelique Monet read the story with sound effects.”
-Phil Alexander-Cox, Art Specialist
E. Rivers Elementary, Atlanta, Georgia
“I’ve worked with these students all year and rarely seen them so enthralled and attentive. The subject of anxiety is so relevant right now. I am buying a copy of The Bravest Worrier for my 16 year old. We really enjoyed the break down of the lantern. I loved Angelique Monet’s undertaking of the challenge became a metaphor for the book subject.”
-Karen Tort, Guidance Counselor
E. Rivers Elementary, Atlanta, Georgia
"The Bravest Worrier addresses a common theme for children of all ages, worrying. With clever rhymes and beautiful illustrations she takes control of her worry and decides to be brave and take chances. “Be on your way WORRY! I no longer take advice from you! From now on I will be BRAVE and take a chance or two!” As the Librarian at a children’s hospital, we see patients everyday worrying about a myriad of issues. This book is a boundless, fun and engaging resource for our children. We have had the pleasure of having the author, Angelique Monet, do a reading for our patients. She brings with her beautifully crafted and appealing props that the kids love! Angelique is very engaged and involved when she reads and keeps the children entertained and interested. Overall, this book offers a wonderful opportunity to share with our little worriers that they can overcome their fears and become The Bravest Worrier too!"
-Zoe Griffin, Family Experience Supervisor
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta
“This book is a terrific tool for talking with children about anxiety. The illustrations are as metaphorical as they are whimsical, fostering a wonderfully rich conversation. This book will most certainly become a permanent addition to my library!”
-Joe Wilson - LCSW-C
Family, Adult and Child Enrichment Services, PA
“After reading The Bravest Worrier I felt hopeful and free. This story definitely brings awareness to some of the obstacles kids worry about throughout the day. It also gives a solution for all their worrying. My favorite part of the book was definitely the illustrations. Each page so detailed and vibrant captivating my attention so much so I didn't want the story to end. I applaud Angelique Monet for sharing a piece of her world with us. I would love to see The Bravest Worrier on the shelves of every public library. I know it will be a great addition to our collection.”
Clarice Dodd Library Specialist DeKalb County Public Library
“We appreciate you coming out to see us with your very pertinent message for not only our youth but for all of us.”
Eric Mitchell – Principal
Woodward Academy
“All I can say is wow! You were amazing. The students and staff have been raving about you and your book all day. We were truly honored to have had you speak to our students and feel blessed by your message.”
-Amy Walker - Media Specialist
Woodward Academy
“Love the props from the story and the sounds in the presentation! The symbolism in the book is amazing! Will definitely add this book to my classroom library.”
-Audrey Baugh – Teacher
Woodward Academy
“Loved the interaction with the audience. The kids really shared so much of how they feel about worry. A great time and important message”
-Darby Todd – Teacher
Woodward Academy
“Great discussion about editing, writing, and how long it takes to write one story. I loved that Angelique Monet commented about making mistakes.”
-Anna Mathis – Teacher
Woodward Academy
“Gave the students lots of opportunity to join in. I loved that she talked about not only writing but illustrating. The kids loved seeing the props in front of them and in the book.”
-Tucker Griffin – Teacher
Woodward Academy
“Such a great topic and interactive presentation. Every school should address worry in today’s children.”
-Brook Wheelock – Teacher Assistant
Woodward Academy
"Our author visit from Angelique Monet was incredible! She discussed how worrying affects our lives, and how we can overcome worry! She also shared how she writes and personally illustrates her books. It was an unforgettable experience for everyone."
-Sherry Gary - Counselor
Woodward Academy
"The visit from Angelique Monet was exciting, inspiring, educational and full of "wonderful whimsy." It is a visit that both students and faculty will not soon forget. She inspired our students to write, create, and most of all to believe in themselves by letting go of the fear of failure. Her goal was to embolden the children to step outside their comfort zone and bravely commit to something new.
She used unique interactive props to help students understand visually and physically that when we feed the worries that live in our minds it can actually bring them to life."
-Betsy Box - Director of Admissions
The Bedford School
“We definitely enjoyed your visit so much. The kids in particular loved you hearing you read the book aloud along with the PowerPoint sound effects, and getting to explore the sensory table. Thanks for coming out and sharing your work with us!”
- Bethany Venable - Library Media Specialist
Mount Olive Primary School
-Joy Wood, Head of School
GRACEPOINT School, Marietta, Georgia
“Angelique Monet’s visit to Jackson Primary was energetic, inspiring and motivational! She captured our student’s attention as she brought her book to life through whimsical illustrations and warm encouraging words. She was a wonderful inspiration for young authors and illustrators as she guided students through the process of how she used carefully detailed brush strokes and rich vibrant paint to bring her illustration of an antique lantern in her book to life! To add to the fun and excitement the students were able to interact with a fabulous real life prop which was inspired and created from an illustration from her book. Motivated by her own child’s experiences, she encourages children to face their worries and reminds them that they are never too young to be brave!”
-Marlin Larson, Teacher
Warren T. Jackson Elementary, Atlanta, Georgia
“My middle school students recently had the pleasure of an author visit from Angelique Monet as she detailed the process of writing and illustrating her book, "The Bravest Worrier". Ms. Monet described the process through which she wrote and illustrated the book and showed the students all of the different phases of the project. They were thrilled to hear from a real author and illustrator and they were amazed to learn that writing and illustrating a book is hard work, takes a lot of time, and is not something that comes easily no matter how talented you are. Ms. Monet captivated their attention with an engaging visual display, a demonstration of her illustration technique, and a book reading with flair. At the end she fielded my student's varied questions with a sense of humor and style.”
-Michelle Thrash, Teacher
Lost Mountain Middle School, Kennesaw, Georgia
“I was very interested to see the artist/author visit for the "Bravest Warrior". We'd met before the book was published and I saw several of her beautiful illustrations. I was curious to see how it turned out. The interest level of our students, a group of 4th graders, was very high. They were so very interested in how the art work was created, the visit generated a new interest in several of the drawing applications on the ipads. Lots of questions were asked. The story empowered some of our more timid students and I heard them talking about the book after the talk. They had fun discussing things that make them fearful. I love the gentle way Angelique spoke with the students, and I believe they loved having her there. The book is appropriate for multiple age levels for various reasons.”
- Carol Case, Teacher
Vaughan Elementary, Powder Springs, Georgia
“Angelique Monet recently visited our school and shared her marvelous book The Bravest Worrier. She spoke with Kindergarten, first and second graders and each presentation was catered directly to the particular grade level. Angelique held their interest by reading the story she created for one of her daughters and telling her story of becoming an author and illustrator. The students were enthralled with the illustrations and story that helped them understand that you don't have to be big to be brave!”
-Prissy Stewart, Media Specialist
Sarah Smith Elementary, Atlanta, Georgia
The Bravest Worrier is a delightful story about a little girl who worries about everything, but then realizes she is wasting too much of her time missing out on all the fun things in life due to all the worry. It is a beautifully illustrated story and a lesson for all ages. I read the story to my twin girls who are nine years old, and I know it is a story we will read over and over again. Not only is the message in the story a great lesson to learn, but the beautiful illustrations really make the book. My girls kept asking me if the author was also the illustrator because they fell in love with the pictures. I would recommend this story for any child or adult. It is not just a story for girls as my two sons also loved the book. The author, Angelique Monet, visited our elementary school where she shared the story with the students and discussed the importance of being brave and to leave worry behind. The students were so attentive and captivated by the beautifully illustrated pictures, and I am so glad I was able to bring the story home to my own children.
-Jessica Harron, Assistant Principal
Sarah Smith Elementary, Atlanta, Georgia
“Angelique Monet’s visit to Garden Hills Elementary was, captivating, inspiring, and heartfelt. She engaged the students through fun and excitement taking them into a world where she encourages children to face their worries and you are never too young to be brave. Her book is filled with encouraging words and amazing illustrations that come to life as her book is read. I loved how gentle and kind she was with our students.”
-Tracey Scott, Assistant Principal
Garden Hills Elementary, Atlanta, Georgia
“Five Stars! Engaged students well. A great presentation, appreciated multi-sensory for youngest students. The art and tone were very inspirational as Angelique Monet read the story with sound effects.”
-Phil Alexander-Cox, Art Specialist
E. Rivers Elementary, Atlanta, Georgia
“I’ve worked with these students all year and rarely seen them so enthralled and attentive. The subject of anxiety is so relevant right now. I am buying a copy of The Bravest Worrier for my 16 year old. We really enjoyed the break down of the lantern. I loved Angelique Monet’s undertaking of the challenge became a metaphor for the book subject.”
-Karen Tort, Guidance Counselor
E. Rivers Elementary, Atlanta, Georgia
"The Bravest Worrier addresses a common theme for children of all ages, worrying. With clever rhymes and beautiful illustrations she takes control of her worry and decides to be brave and take chances. “Be on your way WORRY! I no longer take advice from you! From now on I will be BRAVE and take a chance or two!” As the Librarian at a children’s hospital, we see patients everyday worrying about a myriad of issues. This book is a boundless, fun and engaging resource for our children. We have had the pleasure of having the author, Angelique Monet, do a reading for our patients. She brings with her beautifully crafted and appealing props that the kids love! Angelique is very engaged and involved when she reads and keeps the children entertained and interested. Overall, this book offers a wonderful opportunity to share with our little worriers that they can overcome their fears and become The Bravest Worrier too!"
-Zoe Griffin, Family Experience Supervisor
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta
“This book is a terrific tool for talking with children about anxiety. The illustrations are as metaphorical as they are whimsical, fostering a wonderfully rich conversation. This book will most certainly become a permanent addition to my library!”
-Joe Wilson - LCSW-C
Family, Adult and Child Enrichment Services, PA
“After reading The Bravest Worrier I felt hopeful and free. This story definitely brings awareness to some of the obstacles kids worry about throughout the day. It also gives a solution for all their worrying. My favorite part of the book was definitely the illustrations. Each page so detailed and vibrant captivating my attention so much so I didn't want the story to end. I applaud Angelique Monet for sharing a piece of her world with us. I would love to see The Bravest Worrier on the shelves of every public library. I know it will be a great addition to our collection.”
Clarice Dodd Library Specialist DeKalb County Public Library
“We appreciate you coming out to see us with your very pertinent message for not only our youth but for all of us.”
Eric Mitchell – Principal
Woodward Academy
“All I can say is wow! You were amazing. The students and staff have been raving about you and your book all day. We were truly honored to have had you speak to our students and feel blessed by your message.”
-Amy Walker - Media Specialist
Woodward Academy
“Love the props from the story and the sounds in the presentation! The symbolism in the book is amazing! Will definitely add this book to my classroom library.”
-Audrey Baugh – Teacher
Woodward Academy
“Loved the interaction with the audience. The kids really shared so much of how they feel about worry. A great time and important message”
-Darby Todd – Teacher
Woodward Academy
“Great discussion about editing, writing, and how long it takes to write one story. I loved that Angelique Monet commented about making mistakes.”
-Anna Mathis – Teacher
Woodward Academy
“Gave the students lots of opportunity to join in. I loved that she talked about not only writing but illustrating. The kids loved seeing the props in front of them and in the book.”
-Tucker Griffin – Teacher
Woodward Academy
“Such a great topic and interactive presentation. Every school should address worry in today’s children.”
-Brook Wheelock – Teacher Assistant
Woodward Academy
"Our author visit from Angelique Monet was incredible! She discussed how worrying affects our lives, and how we can overcome worry! She also shared how she writes and personally illustrates her books. It was an unforgettable experience for everyone."
-Sherry Gary - Counselor
Woodward Academy
"The visit from Angelique Monet was exciting, inspiring, educational and full of "wonderful whimsy." It is a visit that both students and faculty will not soon forget. She inspired our students to write, create, and most of all to believe in themselves by letting go of the fear of failure. Her goal was to embolden the children to step outside their comfort zone and bravely commit to something new.
She used unique interactive props to help students understand visually and physically that when we feed the worries that live in our minds it can actually bring them to life."
-Betsy Box - Director of Admissions
The Bedford School
“We definitely enjoyed your visit so much. The kids in particular loved you hearing you read the book aloud along with the PowerPoint sound effects, and getting to explore the sensory table. Thanks for coming out and sharing your work with us!”
- Bethany Venable - Library Media Specialist
Mount Olive Primary School
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