Award-winning children's book authors EB and CK Mackie school visit program cover featuring author and illustrator team with A Is for Abstract book and QR code
EB and CK Mackie love story from British Paratrooper and single mom to award-winning children's book authors, explaining why schools choose their collaborative approach
EB Mackie personal story about finding sanctuary in school libraries after losing brother, featuring photos with grandmother librarian and mission statement for young readers
CK Mackie abstract art education philosophy showing colorblind artist creating with unconventional materials and collaborative teaching methods for children
Special book sales program for schools showing 10% gives back to library funds with A Is for Abstract award-winning books and mobile RV studio information
Three-time award-winning children's books A Is for Abstract, coloring book, and Arty the Aardvark featuring IBPA Benjamin Franklin Gold Award and hand-painted illustrations
Professional reviews from Kirkus and Readers Favorite with IBPA Benjamin Franklin Gold Award and Next Generation Indie Book Awards recognition for A Is for Abstract
Author visit scheduling information showing EB and CK Mackie RV travel route across America with 2-year booking cycle and early reservation requirements
School visit programs for grades Pre-K through 6 including Arty's Abstract Art Adventure and Multi-Day Library collaboration with Common Core standards alignment
Advanced school programs including PBIS-focused collaborative skills, intensive 4-day creative workshops, and virtual live events for all grade levels with standards alignment
Elementary school programs overview showing Creative Story-time Foundations and Wildlife Adventure Play & Learn for grades Pre-K through 3 with Common Core standards

Two Professionals, One School Visit

🎨 When you book the Mackies for your school author visits, you're getting both a professional author AND professional illustrator for the price of a single visit. Students experience:

  • Live writing demonstration and poetry workshop with EB
  • Live illustration and painting demonstration with CK
  • Real-time collaboration between author and illustrator
  • Complete creative process from concept to finished page
  • Dual expertise in both literary and visual arts

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  • Detailed program descriptions and curriculum standards
  • Pricing and booking information for author illustrator school programs
  • Educator testimonials and student feedback
  • Our inspiring personal story and mission
  • Technical requirements and setup details

 

Because when creativity becomes the language of learning, every child discovers they have a story worth telling—and a safe place to tell it.

Author visits available nationwide | Currently booking educational author presentations | Virtual school visits available worldwide