Author
Jennifer is the author and illustrator of the beloved Little Bean book series. She is passionate about creating good clean stories that bring laughter to children and adults alike. In her words "nothing is better than a belly laugh". In addition to creating entertaining children's stories, Jennifer also loves to visits schools and libraries to talk about the importance of reading and creating. She is notorious for making some rather ridiculous faces during these events. Jennifer also provides professional development opportunities for educators. When she isn't creating stories, Jennifer works with school-aged children as a board certified occupational therapy practitioner. Jennifer lives in Arkansas with her husband William and their two children.
Check out her work here:
Interested in booking a School Visit?
Want to bring an author to your school ?
Jennifer currently offers school presentations in two styles
Meet & Greet
1-2 classes at a time (minimum of 6 classes total)
15-30 min in length per group
Assembly Size
3 or more classes at a time
30-60 min in length
These presentations are best suited for ages 5 to 10 (kindergarten through fourth grade). Both styles of presentation include a book reading and a chance for students to ask questions. Longer talks also include a highly interactive presentation about creating stories with emphasis on aspects of characters, setting, and action. Presentations to younger audiences include a book-themed song with actions.
Starting in 2024, you can also add on additional workshops for your students during school visits.
Writing Workshop
Maximum of 20 students
30 min in length
Designed for elementary age students (1-4)
Illustration Workshop
Maximum of 12 students
30 min in length
Designed for elementary age students (K-3)
For pricing information please send an email to JenniferGentryBooks@gmail.com using the subject "Author Visit". Include as many details about your event as possible including location, number of classes/students, grade level(s), and which style you are interested in. And please, if you have any special requests, do not hesitate to ask. We do our best to fit the needs of your students and your campus.
"It is one of the greatest honors to participate in school visits. Thank you for the opportunity to share my stories with your students. " - Jennifer Gentry
PD Workshops
COMING SOON!!!!!
Jennifer has presented to adult groups before, but starting in 2025, drum roll please, she will offer professional development workshops!
Jennifer is a nationally board certified, licensed, occupational therapy practitioner who would love the opportunity to share her knowledge of fine motor skill development and handwriting with your staff. These presentations are an interactive, hands-on approach to learning, best suited for elementary teachers. Participants will leave with a literal and figurative tool box of skills and supplies for their classrooms.
For pricing information please email us at JenniferGentryBooks@gmail.com using the subject
"PD Workshop". Include as many details about your event as possible including location and number of attendees.
*We are working on approval from AOTA as well to offer this course for continuing education for OT practitioners. Stay tuned.