French Author Visits & Creative Literacy Workshops

Invite francophone author and illustrator Lise Boullard, creator of the Real Life Pets and Urban Animals children's books series, to your school, library, preschool, or community organization for an engaging and interactive literacy experience. 

Students will enjoy a lively storytime, learn about the creative process behind children's books, and participate in a guided drawing activity inspired by the story.

Invitez l'autrice et illustratrice francophone Lise Boullard, créatrice des séries de livres jeunesse Animaux de compagnie réels et Animaux urbains, dans votre école, bibliothèque, garderie ou organisme communautaire pour une expérience de littératie interactive et captivante.

What Students Will Experience

• Interactive reading of one or more French or English children's books
• Discussion and questions with the author
• Guided drawing activity inspired by the story
• Encouragement of creativity, imagination, and storytelling
• Opportunity to share their artwork with classmates

Recent School Visit

Recently, Lise visited a school in Tsawwassen, where she read two of her French children's books to elementary students and led a drawing workshop following each reading.

Students were highly engaged throughout the session and were excited to present their drawings to the entire class at the end of the 45-minute workshop.

Ideal For

• French-language schools
• Immersion programs
• Preschools and daycares
• Libraries
• Community organizations
• Literacy events and festivals

About Lise

Lise Boullard is a French and Canadian author, illustrator, journalist, and educator. Her interactive workshops combine storytelling, creativity, and hands-on learning to inspire young readers and budding artists/writers.

Booking Information

Email joiebylise@gmail.com with details about your request. Workshops can be adapted for different age groups and formats.

Contact Lise to discuss your school, classroom, library, or community event.