A Selection of Simon's Books
Videos:
Simon Lamb
Type of Artist:
Author talk. Poetry reading. Q&A. Writing workshop.
For Junior Schools (or equivalent):
- Author Talk, Poetry Reading, Q&A (to be delivered assembly-style) // Join Simon Lamb on the journey of his debut poetry collection – A Passing On of Shells – from before the first words were written to eventual publication and beyond. Using the book as a platform, Simon aims to to entertain, ignite and inspire in his warm and epic, effervescent way.
- Writing Workshop (to be delivered in a classroom setting) // Follow-up on the assembly input with writing workshops aimed at upper-stage classes. Inspired by poems from his book, Simon will help students discover the magic of poetry and how to pin it to the page, resulting in the creation of their own poems.
For High Schools (or equivalent):
Author Talk, Poetry Reading, Writing Workshop (to be delivered in a classroom setting) // Join Simon Lamb on the journey of his debut poetry collection – A Passing On of Shells – from before the first words were written to eventual publication and beyond. Simon will explore the magic of poetry and how to pin it to the page, resulting in the creation of students’ own poems. Using the book as a platform, he aims to to entertain, ignite and inspire in his warm and epic, effervescent way.
For Libraries and Festivals:
A bespoke event with Simon Lamb, designed on a case by case basis, comprising any/all of the following elements: author talk; poetry reading; Q&A; writing workshop; other, by arrangement.
Details
Preferred age range:Schools: ages 7–11 for assemblies; ages 9–18 for workshops.
Libraries and festivals: audiences of all ages.
Maximum number in any one session:
Schools: up to 33 in a workshop; no limit for an assembly. Libraries: no more than reasonably comfortable in venue. Festivals: no limit.
No of sessions per day:
Schools: max. 5 inputs.
Libraries and festivals: case by case.
Session Length:
Schools: 45min for assemblies; 50min for workshops.
Libraries and festivals: events of no more than 90min.
Areas prepared to travel to:
Anywhere, as long as expenses (including overnight expenses where appropriate) are met.
Transport:
Car @ 45p/mile or train
Fees:
DBS/CRB:
Disclosure Scotland
Hold PLI (public liability insurance):
Yes
Website:
Twitter:
@approx21words
Titles include:
A Passing On of Shells: 50 Fifty-Word Poems (published by Scallywag Press and illustrated by Chris Riddell)
Testimonials:
"Simon Lamb’s workshops are guaranteed to unleash the Poet in every child and teacher. His approach is both professional and inspirational. Simon has a natural ability to engage and bring out the very best in participants. Pupils and staff begin to see poems as “time-machines, world-catchers and life-shifters”. He has changed the face of how we teach poetry in our schools."
Angela Noble, former Literacy and English Coordinator for North Ayrshire
"Simon’s live events are dynamic and full of fun. He has created a perfect balance between performance and workshop, presenting his poetry and then working with the audience to develop their own pieces of writing in response. His approach is so warm and encouraging that all involved quickly feel confident about both writing but also reading aloud what they have done. He is skilled at engaging all ages from the youngest of children to grown-ups and an audience leaves his events smiling and with a sense of connection to his writing but, importantly, a confidence in their own creative abilities."
Janet Smyth, Boswell Book Festival
"Simply stunning! And hilarious! The inimitable Simon Lamb."
Beeston Hall School, Norfolk
"Absolutely outstanding. The way he got our children to write was utterly engaging."
Ellen Wilkinson School, London
"As soon as Simon opened his mouth, I knew he was going to be amazing. I was right. Get this poet in your school."
Dalmilling Primary School, Ayr
"Our students were absolutely mesmerised during Simon’s visit, and he definitely sparked their imaginations with his work and enthusiasm for his craft. He brought poetry to life in a way that really captured their attention, and he had them laughing and joining in almost immediately. It was an experience our children will never forget. Thank you for adding a bit of magic to poetry in our school."
St Bridget’s Primary School, Kilbirnie