Valerie Bolling
Picture books · early readers · board books · middle grade coming as of 2028

Valerie Bolling

I'm an author and educator who enjoys connecting with children and adults to discuss books and inspire them to write their own stories and poems.

K–23–56–8📍 In-person💻 VirtualTitle I ratesFree virtual Q&A✓ Published & vetted
Based in
Stamford, CT
Local zone
20 mi · no travel fee
Featured books
9
🌐 Website📷 Instagram @valeriebollingauthor👍 Facebook𝕏 @valerie_bolling

About Valerie

Valerie Bolling is an award-winning author/educator who is passionate about creating stories for children in which they can feel seen, heard, valued, and validated. She’s the author of 15 books, including SCBWI Crystal Kite Award winner, LET’S DANCE!; Kirkus Prize Finalist, TOGETHER WE SWIM; Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection, I SEE COLOR; Notable Social Studies Trade Book and Crystal Kite Honor, A FLEA FOR JUSTICE: MARIAN WRIGHT EDELMAN STANDS UP FOR CHANGE; and two books for educators. Sharing her books with young readers, their families, and educators---and inspiring children and adults to write their own stories---brings Valerie immense joy!


Books

The March for Hope
The March for Hope
Norton Young Readers, 2026
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A Flea for Justice: Marian Wright Edelman Stands Up for Change
A Flea for Justice: Marian Wright Edelman Stands Up for Change
Charlesbridge, 2025
I See Color
I See Color
Harper Kids, 2024
Together We Swim
Together We Swim
Chronicle, 2023
Together We Ride
Together We Ride
Chronicle, 2022
Bing, Bop, Bam: Time to Jam!
Bing, Bop, Bam: Time to Jam!
Abrams, 2023
Ride, Roll, Run: Time for Fun!
Ride, Roll, Run: Time for Fun!
Abrams, 2022
Let's Dance!
Let's Dance!
Astra Kids, 2020
Rainbow Days
Rainbow Days
Scholastic, 2023

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Visit formats

📍
In-person
School visit
✓ No travel fee within 20 mi of Stamford, CT. Beyond that, travel is arranged together.
💻
Virtual
Virtual visit
✓ No travel — connect from anywhere. Often the most budget-friendly option.
🎁
Free
Virtual Q&A
✓ Free for classrooms that have read at least one of Valerie's books.

What a visit includes

The best way to find out about what I offer is to visit the school visits page on my website. https://www.valeriebolling.com/school-visits.

Pricing & availability

Fees vary by format, travel, and your school's needs. Reach out directly for a quote and open dates.

✦ Discounted rates available for Title I schools
🎁 Free virtual Q&A for classes that have read a book
Grade levelsK–2, 3–5, 6–8
Local zoneNo travel fee within 20 mi
LanguagesEnglish
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