Live, virtual, and in-person story experiences that help children feel brave, seen, and ready to belong — built for K–2 classrooms, school assemblies, and library programs.
Based in San Antonio, TX · Serving Greater San Antonio, Hill Country & South Texas · Virtual visits available nationwide
Nicky Girl brings the warmth and depth of Story Lantern's world directly to your students — creating the kind of experience children talk about for weeks.
Every visit is rooted in social-emotional learning — courage, belonging, and self-worth — aligned with CASEL frameworks.
Characters designed for children with ADHD, learning differences, and disabilities. Every child finds someone who feels like them.
Live read-alouds with expression, character Q&A, guided discussion, and drawing activities that keep K–2 fully engaged.
The same Disney/Pixar emotional depth that defines Story Lantern — now live in your classroom or library.
Children articulate what makes them unique and valuable
Students see different ways of being different celebrated
A language for big feelings — nervousness, excitement, fear
Sparks a love of books in children who have not found their story yet
ADHD/learning difference representation that normalizes different minds
Drawing and writing activities help children process and connect
Shared story experience builds community across classrooms
Story elements, character analysis, and narrative structure for ELA
All visits include a complete educator prep packet delivered 2 weeks before your event. No surprises — everything is handled.
Single classroom · PreK–Grade 2 · Up to 30 students
No travel fee within 30 miles of San Antonio
Whole school or grade level · Up to 300 students
No travel fee within 30 miles of San Antonio
Maximum impact · 2–3 sessions in one school day
Travel fee applies outside 30-mile radius
Literacy days · Book fairs · Conferences · PD events
Custom quote for full-day events
No fee within 30 miles of San Antonio. $75–$150 for Hill Country / South Texas. Hotel + per diem billed at cost for overnight visits.
10% off when 2 or more schools in the same area book on the same day.
SAISD, NISD and surrounding districts welcome. Simple booking agreement provided.
Most visits fill 6–8 weeks in advance — reach out early to secure your preferred date.
Many schools fund author visits through Reading Is Fundamental (RIF), the Texas Book Festival Authors in Schools program, and local education foundations. Ask us for our free "How to Fund an Author Visit" one-pager.
Built for busy educators. Zero prep required on your end.
Sent 2 weeks before your event — includes student warm-up activities, teacher talking points, vocabulary preview, and a day-of logistics checklist.
CASEL-aligned, TEKS-connected classroom kit with discussion questions, writing prompts, vocabulary, and SEL competency mapping — emailed after every visit.
Every attending student receives a signed bookplate from Nicky Girl — a keepsake that extends the magic of the visit beyond the day.
Three steps. No complicated contracts. Everything handled with care.
Fill out the inquiry form below or email nickygirltheauthor@gmail.com with your school name, grade levels, preferred dates, and program type.
Nicky will personally respond within 48 hours to confirm availability, answer questions, and send a simple booking agreement.
You'll receive a complete event prep packet — student activities, teacher talking points, and a day-of checklist — at least 2 weeks before your event.
"Omar and the SuperTails invites children experiencing first-day-of-school jitters to step into a comforting world where kind animal friends offer courage and support. The book beautifully highlights inclusion and diversity among children."
Fill out the form below and Nicky will personally respond within 48 hours.
Every visit leaves students feeling braver, more connected, and more confident in who they are. That is the Story Lantern promise.