School Visits & Events
School Visits
School Visits
& Events
Interactive read-alouds, conservation curriculum, and author workshops — available in-person and virtually, nationwide. In partnership with the Plastic Ocean Project.
Schedule a School Visit
Resources for educators
↓ Download Flyer
↓ Download Coloring Sheet
Free downloads
School Visit Flyer
Download and take to your school for approval. Includes visit formats, grade levels, and everything your administrator needs.
Coral Bleaching Coloring Sheet
Free continued learning resource for the classroom. Perfect for K–5 science lessons on ocean conservation and coral reef health.
What to expect
Every visit is an adventure
Interactive Read-Aloud
Live Q&A and immersive storytelling for every grade. Students meet the ocean through the page.
Conservation Curriculum
Aligned to science and literacy standards for grades K–5. Coral reefs, ocean plastics, and why it all matters.
Author Workshop
Students discover the writing process and begin crafting their own stories. The ocean is just the beginning.
Available in-person and virtually — schools, libraries, and book festivals nationwide.
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Speaking & appearances
2026 Events
Earlier this year
Feb 4
World Read Aloud Day
Virtual
Feb 5–8
Creative Writing Workshop
Tucson, AZ
Feb 16
Publishing Webinar
Virtual
March
Book Signing
Sarasota, FL
Mar 18
Podcast — Grounded in Maine
Virtual
Mar 20
March on With Mentor Texts
Virtual
Apr 1
Children's Book Intl Awards
+ Green Earth Short List · KidLit Grove Feature
Apr 15
Creative Learning Center Visit
Richmond, VA
Apr 22
Barnes & Noble Storytime
Short Pump, VA
April
Plastic Ocean Project Gala
Wilmington, NC
Coming up
May 12
Podcast — Grounded in Maine
Airs · Virtual
May 13
Go Nuts for Reading
Flying Squirrels · CarMax Park, Richmond, VA
May 18
Speaking to Seniors
Collegiate School, Richmond, VA
Jul 2
Keynote — 250th Celebration of the USA
Historical Society of Topsail Island, NC
Jul 6
Guest Author
Figure 8 Island Yacht Club, Wilmington, NC
Sep 16
Book Party
Richmond, VA
Nov 19–22
NCTE with Plastic Ocean Project
Philadelphia, PA
Past visits & keynotes
Schools, festivals & organizations
Collegiate School
Richmond, VA
St. Catherine's School
Richmond, VA
Zervas Elementary
Newton, MA
The Buckley School
New York City, NY
Good Shepherd Episcopal
Richmond, VA
St. Mary's School
Richmond, VA
Girl Scouts of Virginia
Virginia
Richmond Book Festival
Richmond, VA
NCTE National Convention
Denver, CO
John B. Cary Elementary
Richmond, VA
Tuckahoe Elementary
Richmond, VA
Creative Learning Center
Richmond, VA
Saxon Shoes
Richmond, VA
The Very Airy Library
Atlanta, GA
Tuckahoe Library
Henrico, VA
AALA
New York City, NY
ALA
National
SCBWI
National
Writing Workshops
Kona, Hawaii
BBGB Bookstore
Richmond, VA
Barnes & Noble
Short Pump, VA
Parnassus Books
Nashville, TN
Book1
Sarasota, FL
Maritime Museum
Annapolis, MD
Figure 8 Island Yacht Club
Wilmington, NC
Palmetto State Literary Assoc.
Hilton Head, SC
Richmond Water
Richmond, VA
+ many more schools, libraries, and community organizations across the US.
What educators say
From the classroom
"Blair's enthusiasm naturally created a fun atmosphere where students felt safe to challenge themselves and learn new skills. I have had the joy of watching students from across the world be inspired by Blair to follow their passions."
Pippa Howarth
Technical Advisor · ITOPF | Board of Governors, Canford School
"Blair's books open up real conversations in the classroom about the ocean, plastic pollution, and what kids can actually do. The read-aloud keeps everyone engaged — and the kids want to take action when it's over."
Elementary Educator
K–3 Teacher · Virginia
"Our students were completely captivated. Blair connects with kids in a way that feels genuine — she makes them feel like their voice matters. The conservation message landed beautifully and the questions afterward were incredible."
School Librarian
Elementary School · North Carolina
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