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Young Authors League Earth Day Book Launch
April 10th, 2010 | 
Author: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Young Authors Premier Book on Earth Day
about Making the World a Better Place
DENVER, CO (April 2010) – Last April, fourth and fifth grade students of the Cherry Creek School District in Denver, CO were invited to participate in a writing and art competition sponsored by the Colorado Independent Publisher Association’s Young Authors League for a book to be published using the theme, “making the world a better place.” Several hundred students participated, and over the course of the year, almost 50 winning authors and artists were selected to be published in the book titled, Making the World a Better Place: Student Stories about Making a Difference. The premier of this book will be launched on Earth Day, Thursday, April 22, at the Southlands Mall Barnes & Noble Store, from 4:00-8:00 PM. Featured young authors and artists will be on hand to autograph books and discuss their individual perspective of making a difference in the world, as well as their experience of being published.
From the recycling efforts of the Fearless Foam Fighters to demonstrating the power of a smile, this is a collection of inspirational stories and art by the students themselves. Proceeds from the sale of this book benefit the CIPA Education and Literacy Foundation, a non-profit 501-C organization dedicated to increasing awareness and excitement for reading and writing in school-age children in Colorado.
Debra Gano, Young Authors League Director and President of the CIPA Education and Literacy Foundation, created the competition last year as a way for students to not only have a opportunity to be published, but also to make children aware that they can play a role in making a difference in the world. “It’s important for kids today to know that every little contribution makes a difference, and that they can each do their part,” states Gano, award-winning author of the Heartlight Girls self-esteem series for girls.“It’s been so fun to see the great ideas these kids have had, and to watch their excitement build throughout the publication process.”
The programs of the Young Authors League (YAL) are just one of the activities of the CIPA Education and Literacy Foundation (ELF). CIPA ELF also recently teamed with several Rotary Clubs in Colorado to donate over $6000 worth of books to local libraries and schools throughout the area.
Copies of Making the World a Better Place: Student Stories about Making a Difference are available for $14.00 at www.cipabooks.com/YAL, as well as on Amazon and at area Barnes & Noble stores. Additional YAL activities and autographings will be posted at www.DebraGano.com/Young-Authors-League1.
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Young Authors League
Debra Gano is the Director for the Young Authors League (YAL) and the President of the CIPA Education and Literacy Foundation (ELF), a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering and inspiring school-age children to read and write.
This past year, YAL organized a Student Short Story Writing Competition titled, “Making the World a Better Place,” in which fourth and fifth grade students of the Cherry Creek School District in the Denver area were invited to submit a short story or artwork expressing this inspiring theme.
It is with great pleasure that we announce the publication of the Young Authors League book, Making the World a Better Place: Student Stories about Making a Difference!
Please be sure to leave a comment below, love to hear from you!!!
Last summer, YAL finalists, parents, and teachers, were brought together for a writing workshop conducted by Debra Gano, author Penny Holguin, and editor Faye Quam Heimerl. The goal of the workshop was to fine-tune the stories and give writing tips to the students prior to submitting their final entries. “The enthusiasm for writing from these students is amazing…and their passion for the theme is so inspiring!” says Gano, author of the award-winning children’s book series, the Heartlight Girls. “You can’t believe some of the great topics!”
CONGRATULATIONS STORY & ART WINNERS!
Buffalo Trail Elementary School
STORY: Elizabeth Berrington
ART: Lindsay Stolting, Sarah Nicholas, Natalie Schauls, Matison Music, Bailey Mattice, Ashley Dale, Maddie Martinez, Bridget Mann, Elizabeth Berrington, Sonoma Olson, Olivia Pare
Canyon Creek Elementary School
STORY: Emily Eads
ART: Jessica Tan
Challenge School
STORY: Stephanie Bang, Calista Bowen, Tessakiree Garber, Jewell Humphrey
ART: Kathleen Sullivan, Kai Smith
Cimarron Elementary School
STORY: Duaa Qamar
Coyote Hills Elementary School
STORY: Makenzie Hendon, Jessica Kantra, Jaime Paterson
Dry Creek Elementary School
STORY: Avery Blackman, Edwin Bosch, Morgan Jenney, Hailey Natvig, Arianne Pusey, Kayla Rondinelli, Emily Webb, Madison Weber
ART: Hailey Natvig, Kira Kirkendell, Kayla Rondinelli
Heritage Elementary School
STORY & ART: Libby Geraghty
Indian Ridge Elementary School
STORY: Sophie Goodwin
ART: Cole Johnson
Peakview Elementary School
STORY: Jane Higa, Lizzie Hoelscher
Sagebrush Elementary School
STORY: Leah Gibson, Josiah Kim, Alyssa King, Samuel Roces
Sunrise Elementary School
STORY: Raeshonique Luarks
ART: Taylor Pinson
Village East Elementary School
STORY: Helen Lee, Tanzilla Purnota, Gavin Woldu
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we would love to hear from you!
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Tags: authors, Cherry Creek Schools, CIPA, Colorado, Debra Gano, Denver, education, ELF, literacy, publishing, Self Esteem, writing contest, Young Authors League | 
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Debra Gano at 3to5Club!
Who Is 3to5Club For?
Are you busy making money or are you focused on BUILDING A BUSINESS that makes money for you when you’re on vacation?
How intentional are you about building a business that will do that? 3to5Club is for those who want to tackle the issue of building a mature business and getting off the treadmill. Cool River (I-25/Belleview) has given us a private bar room to meet in each month – allowing us to have happy hour but with a real focus and intentionality.
Date: 2nd Thursday of every month
Time: 3to5pm
Cost: Just buy your own drinks/appetizers.
Location: Cool River Restaurant
I-25 – Exit at Belleview – go East 0.1 of a mile. Right into parking lot at Cool River sign.
There is no sales presentation. These workshops are sponsored by Team Nimbus and are provided for the benefit of small business owners and sales professionals to help them strengthen their businesses and strategic partnerships, and to meet others with whom they might be able to do business.
Self-Esteem Workshop – Arizona
"IT’S WHAT’S INSIDE THAT COUNTS!"
Self-Esteem Empowerment Workshop
Presented by Bestselling Author & Model/Actress
Debra Gano
Learn to overcome your negative self-talk and the need for external approval, and instead move into positive self-love and acceptance to see your true worth!
Debra Gano comes to Arizona to deliver this empowering and interactive workshop, teaching self-esteem principles "from the inside out." Adults & girls appreciate Debra’s open and amusing style as she discusses unhealthy media, critical peers, inner beauty, and the importance of connecting to your true essence. You will walk away with a greater sense of self-worth and confidence, feeling more empowered and resilient to withstand life’s challenges.
"Debra’s workshop really made me think about how destructive my own negative thoughts can be."
-Nikki, age 10"Being together with other woman and girls was amazing…seeing the light in the eyes of the girls, and realizing the beautiful light of the girl within me, gave me a new perspective of how I value myself." -Barbara, age 54
Perfect for women of all ages, grab your girlfriends!
WHERE: New Vision Center
Phone:
| 480-391-1126 |
TICKETS:
$12 Adults/$8 Youth Ages 8-18
Don’t miss your opportunity to attend Debra’s
they won’t want to miss it either!
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Tags: Arizona, bullying, Empowerment, Girls, Parenting, Phoenix, preteens, Scottsdale, Self Esteem, Workshop |
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Author Event – CIPA Open House & Book Sale
