Author Visits

In this video clip from his author visit presentation, children’s author, Teko Bernard shares the story of what sparked the idea and inspiration for his latest children’s book, “Bronson Beaver Builds a Robot”, which is a recipient of the prestigious Mom’s Choice Award®.
Overview:
Teko’s lively, interactive presentation features a fun and inspiring message about the importance of being inventive, determined, and hard-working as a beaver. His presentation will engage students and get them excited about reading and writing. Teko will also introduce students to his creative processes of writing, developing characters, and coming up with story ideas.​

Presentations are 45 minutes:
  • Up to 3 presentations per day (maximum)
  • Suggested Grades: 3rd-5th
  • 30-minute Powerpoint with photos, graphics, and videos
  • 15 minute Q&A with students and teachers

​Elements of the presentation:
  • What Teko does as a graphic designer
  • Why he wanted to become a children’s author
  • The inspiration for "Bronson Beaver Builds a Robot"
  • Fun facts about real beavers
  • His process for writing and designing books

About the Author

Teko Bernard writes middle-grade chapter books for boys and girls that inspire, entertain, and inform while exploring themes of courage, family, friendship, imagination, and responsibility.

Teko is the author of BRONSON BEAVER BUILDS A ROBOT, BERNARD JONES IS GOING PLACES, ELITE SQUAD, and THE HOOP KID FROM ELMDALE PARK.

Teko is also a seasoned graphic designer with over 25 years of marketing and branding design experience. Before following his passion for writing and designing children’s books, he created licensed apparel, logo identities, and marketing graphics for well-known brands like ESPN, X GAMES, and dozens of NCAA sports teams and events.

Fees & Expenses

Virtual Visit

  • Cost:
    $400 per presentation.
    $1000 for full day (three presentations).
    $200 per 30-minute Q&A
  • Number of students: up to 100
  • ​Zoom or Google Meet
  • School will “hosting” the virtual visit
  • Presentation must be moderated by an adult
  • You will receive a contract and invoice prior to the scheduled visit
  • Payment is due within 1 week following the virtual visit
  • No recording of presentations

In-Person Visit

Based on driving distance from Overland Park, KS to the school building.

Within 100 miles 
  • $1000 per day
100 - 200 miles
  • $1,250 per day + Hotel for one night
200-250 miles
  • $1,500 per day + Hotel for one night
Over 250 miles (Requiring air travel)
  • $1,750 per day + Hotel for one night
  • Airfare from Kansas City, MO
  • Ground transportation
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