speaking and workshops
speaking
and workshops

Got ideas? Let’s set them in motion. Catherine Thimmesh’s author visits bring energy, imagination, and hands-on learning to your school through presentations that inspire students to think differently and critically, build confidently and creatively — and have fun doing it.
- Perfect for K–8 (optimal: K–6)
- In-person visits preferred (virtual available)
Catherine also speaks at conferences, offering keynotes and workshops that spark fresh ideas for educators, librarians, and writers. Her sessions blend hands-on creativity, science, and storytelling — giving grownups a chance to play, reflect, and reimagine how we teach and learn.

Creativity Workshops for Kids with award-winning children’s author, Catherine, who’s also a go-to creativity expert and delivered a popular TEDx talk on creativity in the classroom. Fun, hands-on, interactive, creative problem-solving and critical thinking workshops. (K‑8) Common core friendly. Contact ahaacademy4u@gmail.com or through the contact page on this site to book workshops or for additional information.
Catherine’s author visit descriptions (downloadable PDF)
Please contact me to inquire about programs, fees, and availability.