Interactive readings that make kids light up
Author Julia Frankel brings the Silly Daddy series to life with warm, funny, get-everyone-involved read-alouds — a favorite in elementary classrooms, temples, libraries, churches, and bookshops.
Request a visit →Ways to bring Julia in
School visits
Julia comes to your school for interactive read-alouds, a Q&A, and a book signing — a favorite for K–2 classrooms.
Libraries, bookshops & churches
Story-time readings that get young readers giggling and engaged at libraries, bookstores, and churches.
Temples, JCCs & story time
Community readings and art-class story times for temples, JCCs, cafés, and family events.
Best for
Ages 4–8 (Pre-K–2nd)
Typical visit
Half-day, ~25 min per class
In person
Schools, libraries & events
Keepsakes
Signed, personalized books
We are the ones who are so thankful for your visit. You were fantastic with the students, and they greatly enjoyed your books. Thank you so much for donating your time to enrich our students’ experiences with literature. We look forward to reading more of your books.
Dr. Sasha Slocum, Principal
William J. McGinn Elementary School · Scotch Plains, NJ
What to expect
Every visit includes
- ✔A lively, interactive reading from the Silly Daddy series and friends
- ✔Fun call-and-response that keeps every child laughing and engaged
- ✔A peek at how a story becomes a finished picture book
- ✔A book signing — with personalized inscriptions for the kids
- ✔Free printable coloring pages for the class to take home
Books to keep
Families can pre-order signed, personalized copies through a simple order form Julia provides — a treasured keepsake for every young reader.
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Where Julia has read
…plus temples, churches, libraries, and elementary schools across New Jersey, New York, Nebraska, and Texas.
Request a visit
Tell Julia about your school and what you have in mind — dates, grade levels, and group size — and she'll be in touch with availability.