REVIEWS/COMMENTS & SPECIAL MOMENTS

“It was a pleasure having the opportunity to meet you at the recent Family Reading Event sponsored by the Southern Colorado Reading Council. Thanks ever so much for the exceptional presentation. I’m very impressed with the message that your books leave with each reader.” Lynn Hardesty, Executive Coordinator, Colorado Council International Reading Association

“You really give an awesome presentation! The kids are still talking about it 5 days later!” Beth Washburn, Grand Junction

“I just wanted to take a moment to thank you again for referring Peggy Sundberg to us. She was absolutely fabulous! Never before have we had someone who could relate their story on the level of the audience. Her message was clear, purposeful, and right on target! The students were equally impressed!. She was so real, so genuine, that they all thought “Hey, that could be me if I follow my dreams!” I would encourage any school to invite her to speak.” Literacy Coordinator, North Spencer Schools, Indiana

“Peggy-thought you'd enjoy the pictures from Bonner School,Stewartville.  As I had a moment to reflect on the week, I had such good feelings.  It was a real joy planning for you and working together.  I feel blessed to have met you.  Your story is a real inspiration  to children but also single women.  Life is what we want to make it.   Dreams are important and so is taking initiative to bring dreams to reality.  I will be sending you additional feedback over the next few weeks.   May you have safe travels and continued success.  Blessings to you,  Constance Anderson, Counselor, Stewartville Schools, MN”

“Hi, Peggy…I just finished reading your book Lonesome the Little Horse and was blown away! Not only have you written a wonderful story, but you have managed to include topics such as bullying and drugs in it. …Jennifer N., Teacher, Canon City, CO

“I have had wonderful feedback from kids and adults alike regarding your presentation at our school. The kids who came in for the after-school program were still talking about it… “Teacher, Eastern Green Elementary, Bloomfield, IN

“Peggy, It was truly a pleasure to have you in Stewartville. The children are still talking about your visitI wish you continued success with your book sales.” Dave Nystuen, Principal Stewartville Schools, MN

“Peggy Sundberg came to visit our students at Whittier Elementary in January, 2003. She read her book which captivated the students from start to finish. She then went on to explain how she was inspired to write the story and answered students’ questions at their level of understanding. Peggy was animated during the entire lesson. Her rapport with the students was excellent and she was able to adapt her lessons according to grade level. I would strongly recommend Peggy Sundberg to any school or program.” Chris-Anne Giordano, Whittier Elementary School, Denver, CO

“This is a very good book. This book reminds me of when my friends were picking on me and makes me feel better. I would really love for you to come back to Northport School and read us that book again.”

Student, Northport Elementary, Minneapolis, MN

Dear Peggy: Thank you for coming to our school. I think “Lonesome” will teach kids not to drink or do drugs, listen to older people and do not bully. I like the pictures and admire your work.” Michael K., Student, Columbus, Indiana School

A very special moment for the author: While visiting a school in East Texas, a wheel-chair bound student was brought into the library for the presentation. Later, after signing books, I asked a teacher to find out what his name was and where he might be. His name was “Austin” and she said he was in the cafeteria. I signed a book especially for him from “his Colorado Friends, Cowgirl Peg and Lonesome”, went quietly into the cafeteria, then knelt by his wheelchair. I said “Austin, Lonesome would really like you to have a copy of this book.” Austin was so excited and his eyes just lit up, almost bringing tears to mine. It was, and still is, a high point of my school experiences.

After presenting in a Texas school, a teacher for emotionally-challenged students told me he had never seen the kids so attentive as they were while I was speaking. Then after returning to the classroom, one young boy who has been constantly uncooperative had actually gotten on the computer and was writing stories for the first time. I’m not sure what I said to inspire him, but hearing this was a great way to end the day.