Michael Anthony Steele

I just had my last author visit for the school year, spending the day at Schell Elementary–home of the Coyotes!

All the students were friendly, enthusiastic, and as welcoming as the school sign out front!

So many great questions–from all grade levels! Wonderful way to spend the day!

I was also thrilled to run into an old friend!

Thanks to Mrs. Montoya for inviting me, the excellent prep (for her very first author visit, no less), and for the use of her formally-quiet library. Thanks to the Schell Elementary PTA for having me and the tasty lunch. And the biggest thanks of all goes to each and every one of the Coyotes themselves. You made for quite a memorable last visit of the school year!

Today I spent the day at Canyon Ranch Elementary in Irving, TX!

I enjoyed meeting some very creative students as I hosted three writing workshops with all the 5th graders!

And during lunch I got to meet three of the library Shelf Scouts: Aanya, Pranavi, and Talia!

I hope everyone had as much fun as I did. You were all wonderful audience members with great questions!

Thanks to Mrs. Grijalva and the Canyon Ranch PTO for having me out! Thanks to Mr. and Mrs. Sharief for the tasty lunch. Thanks to Shivaani for drawings from my workshop (she can draw fez monkeys much better than I can). And the biggest thanks of all goes to all the Canyon Ranch 5th graders! Keep reading, keep writing, and I hope some of my writing tips help you in the future!

Today I spent time at Saigling Elementary—home of the Stallions! During breaks between presentations, I enjoyed touring the halls and admiring the creative art hung everywhere! There are some talented students here!

Unfortunately, I didn’t get to meet the official mascot, Waffle (proudly named by the first graders), but I did meet a bunch of amazing students. One of which was fellow performer, Ben, who stuck around for an autographed bookmark!

Everyone else will have to settle for two of my autographed books that they can check out in the library immediately!

Thanks to Mrs. Manfre for being a great host and the use of the library. Thanks to Mrs. Bailey and the Saigling PTA for having me out!

And the biggest thanks of all goes to the young writers and future screenwriters at Saigling Elementary! Remember the four words and don’t stop reading!

This morning, I had the honor of being one of the speakers for Region One ESC Battle of the Books!

My audience was very special indeed, being the winning teams from each school district in Region One!

I got to meet so many great teams and even got to see fellow author, Diana López! I never get to watch another author’s presentation, so seeing her was a real treat!

After our presentations, Diana and I had signings and even took some photos with some of the teams.

I was especially thrilled to see Mrs. Rios and her team from Santos Livas Elementary–one of my former, very special school visits!

Thanks to all the event sponsors, including Libraria and Literacy for Texas. Thanks to Mrs. Garcia for inviting me and for the tasty lunch. And the biggest thanks of all goes to all the Battle of the Books teams themselves! I know you made your districts proud!

Today I had an exciting morning at Sullivan Elementary in Sugar Land, TX—home of the Dalmatians!

It was a whirlwind of a morning, presenting to all of 3rd, 4th, and 5th grades! The Dalmatians were polite, attentive, and had wonderful questions. I’m sorry I couldn’t call on everyone, but be sure to email me any questions I missed!

Thanks to Coaches Chauvin and Link for the use of their gym. Thanks to Mrs. Moore for inviting me and the wonderful gift bag. And a big thanks to all the wonderful Dalmatians themselves! Thanks for the great morning! Keep writing and keep reading!

When I got back to the ranch, I found a nice Sullivan Elementary T-shirt in my gift bag. Very cool and thanks again!

Today I made a triumphant return to McLaughlin Strickland Elementary – sort of! I had visited nine years ago when they were in another building and simply McLaughlin Elementary. But this new group of Tigers were just as welcoming! Note the cool banner above!

It was a fun-filled morning where I presented to 1st through 5th grades. There were so many great questions, that I almost ran out of time during the last show!

Between shows, I met fellow hat-wearers, Austin and Brandon.

And let’s not forget music teacher extraordinaire, Mr. Jackson!

I even had a pizza party with eleven special Tigers with even MORE great questions. Great to meet you: Anahy, Brianna, Dana, Daniel, Gonzalo, John Luca, Leah, Mary, Olivia, Ruben, and Zevi!

Thanks to Mrs. Davis for inviting me, for the use of her library, and for being the perfect host!

Thanks to Mary and Elora for the creative stickers. I look forward to seeing your animation some time soon!

And the biggest thanks of all goes to all of the McStrick Tigers! I had a roaring good time!

Today I spent a fun-filled morning at Frisco ISD‘s amazing Comstock Elementary! I gave three presentations, signed a few books, and met tons of excited, yet well-mannered students, including Beckham and Brooks!

Everyone had wonderful questions–in every single grade! And once back at the ranch, I received my first Comstock email from Carter. Incidentally, Carter wants me to give a shout out to his friend and Scooby-Doo fan, Jack! Well, shout out to both of you, Carter and Jack!

Thanks to Mrs. Leeper for all the help and for letting us take over her library for the morning. Hope you had fun with the afternoon spelling bee! Thanks to Mrs. Walvoord and the Comstock PTA for inviting me and all the tasty snacks. And a big thanks to all the wonderful Comstock students! Just like Carter, you can email me any question you want!

Today I navigated my way back to Missouri City, Texas, particularly Sienna Crossing Elementary–home of the Navigators!

My second time to SCE, I was thrilled to meet an entire new and energetic group of Navigators!

Today was especially exciting since my visit fell on Decades Day for the teachers (where they dressed in different decades’ fashions) and Career Day for the students (where many dressed as some of their favorite careers). Hey! Usually I’M the only guy in school in the crazy outfit!

Thanks to Mrs. Cooper and the PTO for having me out. Thanks to Mrs. Humphrey for all the wonderful help and tech support. And the biggest thanks of all goes to the Navigators themselves! Be sure to see Mr. Kenny about checking out the books I signed for you!

Today I finished my Klein ISD tour at Lemm Elementary–home of the Lions!

I gave four presentations to four very spirited audiences. Each one was chocked full of young writers and future screenwriters!

I even enjoyed a brief writer’s summit with seven 5th graders who had some amazing questions–some I’d never received before! Great to meet you: Adalynn, Camilla, Chloe, Lily, Mason, Nicholas, and Rylan!

I signed a few books during my last stop. I hope you enjoy reading them, Raylon, Rose, Talon, and Teddy!

Thanks to Mrs. Eikenberg for having me out, for the nice lunch, the chocolates, and for the young milkweed from the school’s garden. It’s already planted on our ranch and will hopefully feed future migrating Monarch butterflies.

But the biggest thanks goes to all the Lemm Lions! Keep reading! Keep writing! And remember those four words!

A new hat, a new crazy shirt, and a new exciting day at Metzler Elementary!

Today I finally got to meet the 1st, 4th, and 5th grade Huskies!

I met many young writers and future screenwriters, all of whom had great questions–especially the 5th graders!

I even signed more books. Fantastic to meet you: Albert, Bennett, Colton, Hope, Jessica, and Rose Marie!

Thanks to all the Huskies for another great day! Thanks again to the Metzler PTO for having me out and for another nice lunch. Another huge thanks to Mrs. Sonnier for the use of her library and for coordinating my visit to Klein ISD. And my sincerest apologies to Mrs. Perregrino for having so much fun during our last barrage of silly animal sounds that she nearly choked! Great! NOW I’ll have to make people sign a release before the next performance!