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Watch VA Rivera's Live Interview at Frankfurt, Germany's 2025 Book Fair!

VA Rivera School Author Visits

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Readings, Poetry Workshops, Q & A Sessions, Book Signings, Book Sales, Grades K - 12 Classrooms 

Free Giveaway to Every child attending a Poetry workshop

Puppy and I send wishes of peace and joy, and lots of treats

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VA Rivera's School Visits, Workshops & Books: Finding Joy in Word Play!

    Saturday, December 20, Lawrenceville, New Jersey at the Quaker Bridge Mall, I was at the Reading Glass Bookstore Reading Glass Books meeting interesting people, adorable kids, and fun families. Had a great time conversing, sharing laughs, and signing my books! Thanks to the management and staff.

    Book Signing @ The Reading Glass Bookstore Dec 20, 2025

    CHILDREN'S AUTHOR, VA RIVERA

    Next Live Signing: LA Times Book Fair, April 2026 

                                See You There!

    Book Your visiting author Preferred Dates now!

    I'm excited to help you meet the literary needs of your students!

    Let's work together to bring books and poetry to life!

    VA Rivera Poetry Workshops

    631 520-1724 va_rivera@varivera.com

    MY books:

    KIDS READ AND WRITE JAPANESE HAIKU

    A fun, beginner-friendly guide to Haiku for ages 6–11, this charming book by retired educator VA Rivera introduces kids to Japanese poetry while sparking creativity through vivid themes, sensory language, and imaginative expression.

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    SOY CACHORRO

    Soy Cachorro es una cuento encantadora y llena de imaginación. Con aventuras sencillas y hermosas ilustraciones de Brooklyn Liu, introduce a los pequeños lectores al mundo de Cachorro: un mundo de asombro, sorpresa y descubrimientos lúdicos.

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    I AM PUPPY

    I Am Puppy is a charming story full of imagination. With simple adventures and beautiful illustrations by Brooklyn Liu, it introduces young readers to Puppy’s world—one of wonder, surprise, and playful discovery.


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    KIDS READ AND WRITE JAPANESE TANKA

    Perfect for ages 8 and up, this engaging book introduces kids to Japanese Tanka poetry. With fun themes and student examples, it encourages creativity, emotional expression, and a love of writing

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    I AM PUPPY BEGINNER READER AGES 0- 4

    Introduce your youngest ones to Puppy's fun neighborhood journey. Give the gift of books and written language to your sweet Littles! It's never too early!


     

    Click HERE to Watch Puppy in Action!

    Poetry nurtures Hearts & minds while boosting literacy!

                 All Children Can Benefit from 

             Learning to Read and Write Poetry

                   Whether it’s a rhythmic rap          

                   or heartfelt haiku, poetry               

                        is just right for you!                                                                           

    Contact Valerie Rivera

    va_rivera@varivera.com 

    631 520-1724 M-F 9-4pm EST                                     

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