Hoppa's Big Move

Hoppa's Big Move Trailer Video!

2010-03-12T11:00:00.000-08:00

West Bloomfield Plum Market to Host Children’s Book Author, Erika Roman Saint-Pierre, for the Launch of her New Book

2010-03-02T14:19:00.000-08:00

INDIANAPOLIS, Ind., February 2010 – Author Erika Roman Saint-Pierre and Plum Market of West Bloomfield have teamed up to present the launch of Saint-Pierre’s new children’s book, “Hoppa’s Big Move,” during Spa Day on March 20, 2010, 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. at the Plum Market in the Old Orchard Plaza, 6565 Orchard Lake Rd, West Bloomfield, Mich. Saint-Pierre will be available to sign copies of the book and proceeds from its sale will be donated to Culturatti Kids, a youth-based literary arts program. Copies of “Hoppa’s Big Move” will be available for purchase at the West Bloomfield Plum Market or online at http://www.culturattiink.com/hoppa%27s_big_move.html.

“Hoppa’s Big Move” is about Hoppa’s first day of kindergarten where she learns that not everyone is the same and that some people may actually think she’s different, even weird. Hoppa leads readers on a journey to find friends, acceptance, and the understanding that the differences in race, religion, and life experiences are what make true friendships.

Saint-Pierre has been writing since she was young and wrote her first novel at age 10. She is co-author of the book, “Locked In.” “Hoppa’s Big Move” is the first in her collection of children’s books on cultural and social diversity.

All proceeds from the sale of “Hoppa’s Big Move” go to Culturatti Kids, a youth-based literary arts program providing books and other resources to schools who will be donating $4 from each book to the West Bloomfield school district. Between now and April 15, 2010, Culturatti Kids will also donate one copy of “Hoppa’s Big Move” for every copy purchased. To find out more about the “Help Get Hoppa Moving” Campaign, please check out Hoppa’s Blog at http://hoppasbigmove.blogspot.com.

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To request a media kit or review copy of “Hoppa’s Big Move,” schedule an author visit, and for any other questions, please contact Amy Shropshire, Marketing Director for Culturatti Kids at amy@culturattikids.org or +1 (888) 849-6070 ext. 3.

For more information about Plum Market, please contact Jennifer Martin, Director of Apothecary for Plum Market at Jenn.Martin@plummarket.com or +1 (248) 706-1600 ext. 115.

Hoppa's Fans Earn Free Books for Their Favorite School!

2010-02-18T15:45:00.000-08:00

Which School Will Win?
Hoppa is sending out a challenge to all of her fans. We are running a contest to see which school loves literacy the most. Everyone that becomes a fan of Hoppa's Big Move on Facebook can submit a school of their choice. The school that gets the most votes will win.

The Prize
• A collection of books published by Culturatti Ink
• A new computer
• $200 donation to the school library or media center
• Visit from the author, Erika Roman Saint-Pierre
Plus, a new surprise for the winning school to be announced April 1st.

The Deadline
April 15th.

The Scores
Visit the Hoppa's Big Move on Facebook fan page to see the up-to-date scores.

One Last Thing
For every copy of Hoppa's Big Move purchased from now through April 15th, we'll donate another copy to a child in need. How cool is that?

So, tell all your friends, your child’s teacher, everyone you can think of and let's see which school loves literacy the most!!!

Hoppa's has moved on to Facebook!

2010-02-11T09:40:00.000-08:00

Help us spread the word about Hoppa and stay up-to-date on her big campaign for literacy.

Become a fan of Hoppa on her Fan Page and don't forget your Fan Badge.

We'll see ya there!

~Team Hoppa

Join the Get Hoppa Moving Campaign

2009-12-16T12:19:00.000-08:00

Our public schools are in trouble. In tough economic times like these, budgets are being slashed everywhere and our school libraries are really feeling the crunch.

Teachers and librarians are often left with no funds for the acquisition of new books. Many library bookshelves are nearly empty or full of out-dated, tattered and torn books. With conditions like these, how do we expect to inspire kids to love reading and writing?

That's where Culturatti Kids comes in! Part of our mission is to work with teachers and librarians to make sure their libraries are fully-stocked, operational and diverse. We also provide grants to public school teachers who come up with fresh ways to get kids excited about literature.

Hoppa’s Big Move will be an important part of our fundraising efforts for 2010. All of the proceeds from this delightful children’s book are being donated to Culturatti Kids. Our goal is for Hoppa's Big Move to reach all 52 states and grow from there. Will you help us spread the word?

Be sure to leave us a comment here after you get your copy to let us know what you thought of Hoppa. We’d also like to know what’s going on in your community in the way of literary arts education.

For more information visit www.CulturatiKids.org or email us at support@culturattikids.org.

~CK Team