"Students who had read Alicia Afterimage were able to visualize the process in a truly meaningful way.... As we commented later, “No question was left unanswered.” My students were visibly moved to meet Lulu one-on-one and to have her sign copies of her book.... We are profoundly grateful that Lulu’s presentation, planned for one hour, developed into an additional hour of unforgettable memories for our immigrant adolescents. She has touched their minds and hearts forever through her words and actions."
–Ann A. Kennedy, Ph.D., Reading Specialist, Arlington Career Center, Arlington, VA
"...our staff and students were truly touched by what you shared with them. I wish I could share with you all the comments I've heard from students, parents, and staff about our kids' reactions to your work, and Alicia Afterimage in particular. It has been genuinely heartfelt and appreciative....it will be more than just a highlight for this school year to them."
–Jerry Michel, Vice Principal, Lincoln Hall, Lincolnwood School District 74, Chicago, IL
"Lulu’s personable style, her flexibility and ability to work in two languages at any level and with various group sizes made her visit a valuable experience for our students and teachers."
Mario Chioini, Upper School Librarian, American School of Paris, France
"Thank you for bringing your work, your heart and your knowledge to the students of Edgemont. I know that homes are buzzing tonight with the joy you brought to the children."–A Regina DeNatale, Second Grade Teacher, Greenville Elementary, NY
"... Lulu Delacre presented “Celebrate with Latino Songs & Stories” to dozens of Lakewood families. While sharing her books and life experiences, she stressed the importance of keeping one’s heritage and language. Ms. Delacre invited the children to join her on stage and involved the audience with sing-along songs. The “Arroz Con Leche” game and dancing “Shake it Morena!” were a real hit!."
– Rachel Klein, Media Specialist, Clifton Avenue Grade School, Lakewood, NJ
"I would highly recommend Lulu Delacre as a guest author.... Her Salsa Stories presentation has created such an overflow of interest that we have a long waiting list in our school library and had to order additional books.... The teachers’ responses were overwhelmingly positive about the presentations, and some of them followed up the author visit with activities provided by Lulu. Planning for her visit was easy, and Lulu responded quickly to any requests. The enthusiasm Lulu generated among our students for reading and for the Latin American culture has been one of the many positive results of her visit."
Erin Smith, LMC Specialist, Terrace School, Des Plaines, Illinois
"I can report that your titles from the sessions are always checked out. In fact we have decided to use Salsa Stories as our parent/student book club selection for grades 2-3 and 4-5 when we give the title to families to read together and come to school for a one time breakfast discussion."
Lynn Rohrs, Library Media Specialist, NBCT Drew Model School, Arlington, VA
