Lindsey and the Jedgar
by Elizabeth Wahn
Illustrated by Ivy Steele
Il Labirinto
'What does this gorilla have to do with Shakespeare?'
Author Visits For
children aged 10 - 12 
“In Lindsey and the Jedgar, Wahn's goal was to hook children on Shakespeare. She's accomplished that and a great deal more. A former English teacher, she employs her knack for conveying serious messages through humorous stories… delightful.” Mia Rowan, The AWAR Forum.
“(Wahn is) a Shakespeare devotee intent on making Shakespeare accessible to children.”
Michael Reynolds, The American Magazine
Choice of Programs:
Children. Mysteries are a sure-fire way to get kids engaged in reading. This lively presentation captures children’s imaginations while whetting their appetite for Shakespeare. It never fails to get the kids laughing and, before they realize it, learning as well. Advance materials are provided.
"A Dream Comes True. An author coming here, during RIS book
week, to talk about her book? It seems it could be reality only in a story,
but as Walt Disney said: “All our dreams can come true, if we have
the courage to pursue them (...).”. Jacopo, Grade 6. Rome International
School. read the full review
Schools: American Overseas (the largest
English language school in Italy) Middle School Coordinator Sarah Ellyson
commented on the excitement generated by an author visit, “Literary
enthusiasm ricocheted throughout the cafeteria while Elizabeth Wahn recited
from portions of her book, Lindsey and the Jedgar. One hundred and twenty
of our sixth and seventh grade students were well-primed for the book's
theme [...] Some of the students had already obtained copies, so were
eager to ask more probing questions of the story and her thought process
for choosing the theme. "Why did people have to recite poems to enter
the Island of Elsinore?" and "What inspired her to use Shakespeare
so strongly in her book?"
Adult Organizations: Ms Wahn is an experienced speaker
whose lively but thought-provoking presentations make her ideal for adult
audiences.
“Our predominantly British Club is accustomed to high quality guest
speakers, so I was extremely pleased when Elizabeth Wahn accepted my invitation
to address the membership at one of our luncheon meetings. Her topic,
“Shakespeare for Kids” was great fun indeed. This playful
little lady had even our stodgiest members popping out of their seats
to recite Shakespeare—and when she finished, they rushed to buy
copies for their children or grandchildren.”
Mary Handley, President, Commonwealth Club
Drama Groups: What Does This Gorilla Have to Do with Shakespeare?
This short play features budding actors and is ideal for school performances.
It is also great fun for amateur groups.
About the book: Scientists predict that life expectancy will take a great leap within the next thirty years. What will society be like? Lindsey and the Jedgar provides a humorous peek. Set on a fictitious island, this fast-paced story puts together the youngest and oldest members of a thriving, close-knit community loosely based on small town U.S.A.
Twelve-year-old Lindsey is in for the adventure of her
life when she jets off to visit a rich old aunt on the tropical Isle
of Elsinore. Populated by exotic animals, quirky robots, and spry, poetry-loving
oldsters, Elsinore seems like a topsy-turvy paradise until a mysterious
Jedgar starts threatening the island. As Lindsey and her pals band together
to unlock the mystery, all clues point to Shakespeare who turns out to
be—or not to be—the key.
For more information about author vists email: lindsey@labirintolibri.com