Linda Tagliaferro



School Talks

Linda Tagliaferro is available to speak to your students, teachers, parents or other groups of children and adults. Please contact her for more information at Linda5997@aol.com

From pre-K to middle schools and high schools, author Linda Tagliaferro presents entertaining,educational lessons on subjects ranging from animals like polar bears. ants and bees to the challenging ethical issues of genetic engineering and cloning, and the ecology of the Galapagos Islands.

Linda's background in art helps her to integrate fun, educational activities into learning about subjects like science.

Lisa Lloyd, third grade teacher at P.S. 98 in Manhattan, comments:

"In Linda's presence, my students were focused and attentive. She presented a lesson on how to draw a polar bear that enabled each child to create a successful piece of artwork that we turned into a bulletin board. The polar bear theme allowed for activities to be integrated throughout the curriculum."

Whether helping children to write and illustrate their own books or setting up friendly debates, or explaining the publishing process, Linda will customize her programs to meet your current curriculum needs.

Linda Tagliaferro has spoken at the New York Hall of Science, Liberty Science Center in New Jersey, and many schools, libraries, book stores and other venues.

She has been interviewed on radio stations including WBAI, WNYC and Fox Sports Radio.

Linda has appeared on television stations including CNBC and cable channels.

Cathleen Lyons, Manager of Public Programs for Liberty Science Center, New Jersey had this to say:
"Linda's ability to introduce a complex issue with ease and an appropriate amount of depth is inspiring. Her lecture was informative, insightful and thought-provoking."

Third grade teacher Marjorie Greenblum comments:
"Linda's visit was truly an adventure and a very meaningful experience for my class."


My books


Books on Genetic Engineering and Cloning
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Decoding Your Genes
Have fun while gaining an in-depth knowledge of today's genetic technologies.
Genetic Engineering: Progress or Peril?
A layperson's guide to understanding the ethical issues behind the new genetic technologies
For nonfiction fans
Destination New York
This book explores the fascinating story of New York's port.
Galapagos Islands
The story of the magical islands off the coast of Ecuador.
Puerto Rico
Read about the history, geology and geography of this unique Caribbean island.
My biographies
Thomas Edison: Inventor of the Age of Electricity
Read about the inventive genius who brought us vital contributions to three major industries: electric lighting, motion pictures and the phonograph/music industry.
Bruce Lee (A&E)
The life of the martial arts legend.
Young Readers
Plant Life Cycles
Six books for the very young explain how plants grow
Biomes Series
Three books for third graders on rainforests, deciduous forests and tundras
The Taj Mahal
Learn the story behind India's gleaming marble building
Therapy Dogs
Learn about trained dogs who help people with emotional problems
The Palace of Versailles
Learn the history of France's magnificent palace.
Service Dogs
Learn how trained dogs protect people with disabilities
Animals and Their Homes series
A series of 6 books about the fascinating homes that animals build
Animals and Their Babies series
a series of 4 books on the fascinating ways that animals raise their young
Polar Bears
Learn about these COOL animals in the Arctic.



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