SUPER exciting New Books!

Super Cities! Indianapolis

As a proud Indy native, I’m excited to share my newest book that is all about our Hoosier state and its capital city!
Super Cities! – Indianapolis (Arcadia Publishing, Feb. 2023) is a new book that uncovers treasures just around the corner, unearths hidden history, and celebrates being a Hoosier! There’s 96 pages of the history, people, sports, and culture of the Circle City – something for everyone!



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Book A super WRiters Event!

Kindred Spirits - J Whit and and Poetry Slam

Kindred Spirits – J Whit and the Poetry Slam  (Amazon Publishing Pros Dec. 2022) is inspired by the true story of a random connection between James Whitcomb Riley and Paul Laurence Dunbar more than 100 years ago. This historical fiction novel for grades 5-9 is the real story they don’t tell you. It’s my third independently published book. I’m looking for teachers, community members, and fellow writers to write reviews for Kindred Spirits and participate in a planned education program starting this fall. Email donna.griffin@griffinmediaandpublishing.com for a review copy.

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What's Next?

Donna has several other books in the works! Get on the list to hear about upcoming releases and to receive fun resources for students, parents, and teachers.

Beyond just books

Programs to connect students to the world + people around them

In my virtual programs, K-12 students develop 21st Century skills in project-based programs that connect them to their communities and empower them to raise their voices for positive change.

These programs engage students through Media Literacy and Multimedia Storytelling.

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Step by Step: how interactive programs work

  • Choose a theme, like sports, current events, or environmental awareness.
  • Work with Donna to create a program tailored for your group
  • Enjoy the event(s) with your students! Students often get a book or other materials along with the program.
  • Donna & students create media to document the event (such as a magazine or video)

Example Programs (Based on books)

It’s Gameday! Sports Media Camp

Engaging students, athletes, and journalists, these fast-paced events help young people explore many facets of sports!

These are unique literacy events for youth sports organizations and summer camps.

Participating in the behind-the-scenes world of sports inspires students to consider careers in journalism.

Partner Book: Ultimate Sibling Showdown

Speak Your Truth Community Town Halls

Bringing together students, community leaders, and journalists, these events focus on freedom of speech and what that means for the modern student.

Students will be answering as well as asking the questions and sharing from their diverse perspectives. Everyone will have a chance to exercise their First Amendment rights and create media that matters.

Partner Book: The Birth of the First Amendment

Eco Lessons & PopUp Outdoor Fun Events

Activities to inspire children to enjoy nature and caring for our world.

Topics include:

  • Recess Bug Hunts
  • Dig It Dino Fun
  • Watch Us Grow!
  • Butterflies Upclose
and more!

Eco Lessons fit perfectly into a school day for teachers, and pop-up events are loved at festivals and community events.

Partner Books: Dani & the Beans and The Adventures of Ralph Sean Green

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Are you ready to help kids & teens learn by doing?

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