Author Visits with Angela Pinckney
Angela Pinckney is a children’s author who loves inspiring young readers through storytelling, creativity, and imagination.
Angela Pinckney is the founder of RockThaCradle Press and author of engaging children’s stories that promote kindness, confidence, creativity, and imagination.
Her engaging school presentations encourage children to believe in themselves, practice kindness, and discover the joy of reading.
What Students Will Experience
• A lively reading from one of Angela's children's books
• A behind-the-scenes look at how stories are created
• Interactive discussion about kindness, friendship, and imagination
• Student Q&A with the author
• Encouragement for young writers and readers
Through storytelling and discussion, students discover how ideas can grow into stories and how their own voices and creativity matter.
Programs are designed for Grades K–3.
Interested in scheduling an author visit?
Angela is available for:
• Classroom readings
• Library events
• Literacy days
• Book fairs
• Community reading programs
Use the Contact page to request availability.
Author Visit Program Options
Single Presentation
30–40 minute interactive reading and discussion.
Grade-Level Assembly
Engaging reading and storytelling session for multiple classes.
Full Literacy Day
Multiple sessions with different grade levels.
Programs can be customized for your school’s literacy goals.
Experience Working with Children
Angela has experience working with children through:
• Sunday School teaching (ages 6–9)
• Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools After School Teacher
• Charleston County Parks Volunteer Programs (background check completed)
Grant & Program Funding Angela Pinckney and RockThaCradle are registered in the U.S. Government System for Award Management (SAM.gov), allowing schools and organizations to use eligible federal or grant-funded programs to support author visits and literacy events.