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Vision Works Expand the universe of your students, and enrich their educational development. Invite a dynamic author/poet/publisher to engage them in a journey of discovery and inspiration. Vision Works conducts leadership and character building workshops/residencies for students on all grade levels, including special education. A consultation insures all activities are age appropriate, and cater to the needs of your students/event. Workshops are 45 minutes, and a minimum booking of two consecutive 45 minute sessions is required.

Mutiya Vision is an extraordinary woman encompassing author/poet, workshop facilitator, entrepreneur, motivational speaker, wife and mother. She is the co-author of ten children's books that focus on developing positive self-image and decision making skills for students in grades K-5. These titles published by Vision Works Publishing are a unique line of hard cover "character development" picture books. They contain storylines that feature engaging characters, who relate to the experiences of children in today's culturally diverse communities. Ms. Vision teaches students in an interactive learning environment that engages them into establishing connections to their real life experiences and those of the characters in each title. Ms. Vision's Author Study Program is designed to incorporate teachers, administrators, parents and students across the selected grade level with an interactive learning experience. Growing up she used writing to work out issues and turn emotional pain into poems and stories of inspiration. With the challenges faced from birth, she never wavered from believing "she could" when others suggested she could not! Her courage, warmth, energy and positive example are a source of inspiration to many.

Author Presentation
This student-centered introduction to author study workshops can be conducted in the classroom, library or auditorium. This presentation introduces the school community to the literary works of Mutiya Vision and her inspirational story of success. Students, grade level teachers, and parents can meet the author and receive an overview of educational materials with an engaging presentation that can be followed up by additional hands-on classroom sessions. This author presentation can also be presented as a keynote speaker for a graduation ceremony or educational conference, and adapted to children K-12 as well as adult audiences.

Hands-on Classroom Sessions
Ms. Vision creates a hands-on interactive learning experience with students in the classroom. After the students have read literature written by Mutiya Vision, they will participate in a number of exercises that will stimulate critical thinking skills and enhance the creative writing process. Student's activities include an author research questionnaire that leads to an in-person meet the author experience. Schools can elect to videotape the interviewing session.

Meet the Author Reading and Book Signing Presentation
Children will have the extraordinary opportunity to meet Mutiya Vision. She will share her stories with students in a dramatic reading that will bring the books to life in the classroom or library setting. After the reading and motivational presentation, Ms Vision will personally autograph her books for students, educators and parents.

Author Study Workshop Options

• One (45 minute) Author Study Introduction PresentationWorkshop or Motivational Speaking Engagement
• One (45 minute) Hands-on Classroom Session
Author Study Interview with Student Q & A (The Hot Seat Segment)
• One (45 minute) Meet the Author Reading and Book Signing Presentation. Author reading in an setting of less than 75 students with a personalized autographing presentation

Poet/Author Study Program Series

• One (45 minute) Author Study Introduction Presentation
• One (45 minute) Hands- on Classroom Sessions
• One (45 minute) Meet the Author Interactive Reading and Book Signing Presentation

To schedule an author study program with Mutiya Vision, or customized motivational workshops and/or public speaking presentation contact Vision Works Publishing at 1-888-789-6757. Please allow three months advance notice on requests for author presentations to ensure availability for your special event.

Workshop Testimonials

Children's book author David Vision participated in our Literacy Carnival for children in our program.
He was phenomenal. He commanded a room packed with children from very young to upper teens
and had everyone engaged, participating and eager for more. Adults who were present commented on the
positive impact of his powerfully packed presentation. I would strongly recommend his presentation for children,
parents and organizations that advocate for empowering children. Thank you so much for recommending him to us.
Maybe we can have the both of you next time around.

- Caitlin M. Galliker, LCSW - Asst. Social Work Supervisor
Legal Aid Society, Juvenile Rights Practice

The workshop "Master of Your Universe" was very uplifting and inspirational because it helped prepare students to think about their future. When students are armed with positive strategies at an early age they are better able to navigate through life. I liked the way Mrs. Vision shared examples of how her real life experiences helped her to become a stronger person. It was wonderful to see the interest and pleasure on the faces of the students during her presentation. Keep up the good work!

- Linda Pearson
KAPPA V Librarian

Mutiya Vision's workshop "My Choices Make Me Who I Am" was so meaningful and relevant to me and my students. I loved the redefinition of "disability" to "differently abled". This definition alone transformed the manner in which we view ourselves and others. The message was uplifting and spiritually based. I will sing through the rest of the day.

-Sharon L. Williams
Educational Psychologist- P140k

Vision Works is a marvelous creation. I enjoyed the "Master of My Universe" workshop. I will tell everyone I know about Mutiya Vision and her work. She has a great view of the world. She is a shinning star. She is a great writer. She taught me that even with disabilities you can be great!

-Marquis Greggs, Age 11

I had a great time meeting Mrs. Mutiya Vision at the "Master of My Universe" workshop. She is my inspiration of the year. She taught me if you put your mind to something you can do it. I look forward to meeting her again.

-Latisha Millard, Age 11

I think the workshop "Master of My Universe" was great because at the end I changed my mind about myself. I will choose to be a positive force of light. I think the books are great because it can help children live a better life. I had fun with the pictures.

-Christopher Bundy, Age 12

I think that Mrs. Vision is a truly amazing author. I am a positive force of light just like her. I enjoyed her workshop "Master of My Universe" and thank her for visiting my school.

-Oriane Welch, Age 12

I thought the workshop "Master of Your Universe was very wonderful because I learned a lot about the author Mrs. Mutiya Vision. I even loved how we answered questions. It was a great workshop because it will probably change somebody's life and their future.

-Khadijah Sayers, Age 12

The workshop "Master of My Universe" taught us what makes our life successful and how we could reach our goals in life. I think it was a wonderful lesson because it taught me a lot about how to live a positive, successful life.

-Arian Monkhouse, Age 11

I had a great time with you at the "Master of Your Universe" workshop. I now know I'm a positive force of light and not a negative force of darkness. I loved your books and your poem "Connectivity". I look forward to reading more of your work.

-Sierra Allen, Age 12