Stephanie Bearce
Stephanie is at heart a teacher who loves to write. With 25 years of experience in both public and private education she enjoys sharing her expertise with teachers and students across the country.
Stephanie has first-hand knowledge of how to improve students' writing skills and her presentations and workshops are directly related to school curriculum and the Common Core Standards. Besides school visits and writer-in-residence programs, Stephanie also provides writing workshops for teachers' professional development conferences and in-service education. |
Qualifications
Stephanie is the author of 24 books, and a certified teacher with a BS in special education and a Masters in Behavioral studies. She also got a BS in Agricultural Economics just for fun. She holds certifications in K-5 elementary education, K-8 LD, BD, and EMH, and is a certified school counselor for grades K-8.
Workshops and Sessions
To schedule a school visit contact Stephanie at smbearce@gmail.com
Top Secret Files of History -The Classroom Experience
Grades - 4-8
Secret weapons, covert operations, and enemy spies are all a part of American history. Learn about President Washington's secret spy ring, discover the world's first submarine, and explore the ace air fighters of World War One. You can select the period of history that you want emphasized in your school's presentation.
American Revolution
American Civil War
World War One
World War II
History's Mysteries Grades 1- 5
Let your students earn their detective badges! Using an inquiry-based approach and informational texts your students will become history detectives and solve some of the strangest stories of history. Topics that may be covered are mysteries of ancient Egypt, the Civil War, space secrets, and mysteries of the monarchies.
I Can be a Writer, Too!Grades K-2
George has a BIG problem. He has to write a story for his class and he doesn't know where to start! Your students will help George learn that everyone can be an author. This class reinforces the process of writing found in Writer's Workshop and the Common Core.
Fabulous Non-fiction
Non-fiction is anything but boring! Learn how to use informational texts to light the fire of your students' imaginations. Practice using an inquiry-based approach to teach research writing and use history texts to explore the world of spies, secret agents, and special missions.
Writer's Workshop
Make your students beg for writing time! Help them learn to work just like published authors with critique time, revisions, and publishing their final draft. Have fun delving into research and working with informational texts. And learn that the internet can be your best writing buddy.
FOR TEACHERS
Teacher as Author
Have you ever dreamed of writing your own picture book? Do you have a novel that needs to be written? Teachers know children better than anyone and they make the best kidlit authors. Try your hand at writing a masterpiece and delve into the world of writing for children!
Top Secret Files of History -The Classroom Experience
Grades - 4-8
Secret weapons, covert operations, and enemy spies are all a part of American history. Learn about President Washington's secret spy ring, discover the world's first submarine, and explore the ace air fighters of World War One. You can select the period of history that you want emphasized in your school's presentation.
American Revolution
American Civil War
World War One
World War II
History's Mysteries Grades 1- 5
Let your students earn their detective badges! Using an inquiry-based approach and informational texts your students will become history detectives and solve some of the strangest stories of history. Topics that may be covered are mysteries of ancient Egypt, the Civil War, space secrets, and mysteries of the monarchies.
I Can be a Writer, Too!Grades K-2
George has a BIG problem. He has to write a story for his class and he doesn't know where to start! Your students will help George learn that everyone can be an author. This class reinforces the process of writing found in Writer's Workshop and the Common Core.
Fabulous Non-fiction
Non-fiction is anything but boring! Learn how to use informational texts to light the fire of your students' imaginations. Practice using an inquiry-based approach to teach research writing and use history texts to explore the world of spies, secret agents, and special missions.
Writer's Workshop
Make your students beg for writing time! Help them learn to work just like published authors with critique time, revisions, and publishing their final draft. Have fun delving into research and working with informational texts. And learn that the internet can be your best writing buddy.
FOR TEACHERS
Teacher as Author
Have you ever dreamed of writing your own picture book? Do you have a novel that needs to be written? Teachers know children better than anyone and they make the best kidlit authors. Try your hand at writing a masterpiece and delve into the world of writing for children!
Author Services
Stephanie is available for manuscript editing and revising. she also uses her counseling background to help prospective writers find their way into the publishing world. If you are interested in working with Stephanie email her at smbearce@gmail.com.