Debra Kempf Shumaker
Author of fiction and nonfiction picture books that are full of awe, wonder, and heart.
About Debra
Debra Kempf Shumaker loves to excite kids about reading, writing, and science. As a former corporate trainer, she knows the importance of bringing energy to a presentation, especially to an elementary school audience. Debra is the author of both fiction and nonfiction picture books including Sunday Scaries, Freaky, Funky Fish; Peculiar Primates; Tell Someone; and Wind Is a Dance—an NCTE 2025 Notable Book of Poetry. She offers presentations connected to STEM, big emotions, and writing.
Books
Bookshop.org supports independent bookstores. Find an Author earns a small commission on books bought through these links, at no extra cost to you, and it goes directly back to funding findanauthor.org.
What educators say
“Debra's presentation was so engaging! My students loved acting out the different animal adaptations and even the teachers were buzzing with comments on the particularly odd ones.”
Visit formats
What a visit includes
A typical full day is three interactive, assembly style sessions for grades often grouped K-1, 2-3, 4-5. Each session is about 45 - 50 minutes, a bit less for the younger grades. I also offer a lunch bunch with a few students and/or a brief simple story time for PreK and K. I can adapt as needed.
Fees vary by format, travel, and your school's needs. Reach out directly for a quote and open dates.
Are you a published children's book author?
Create your author profile →