JEFF SAVAGE Author
JEFF SAVAGE Author
Jeff's interest in writing was sparked by a curious incident in sixth grade that he reveals to students at schools he visits, the story of which recently appeared in Chicken Soup for the Teacher's Soul. In school he earned good grades, received an academic scholarship to UCLA, and earned dual degrees at UC San Diego. He worked as a sportswriter for eight years with the San Diego Union-Tribune, during which time all the greatest athletes dripped sweat on him.
Jeff is a member of the Book-of-the-Month Club (he writes a book a month) and he visits more than 100 schools each year. (He also plays with his family, practices karate, flies airplanes, and takes naps.) With his high-energy, educational, all-day school visits, Jeff inspires nearly half-a-million students every year to read and write.
Barry Bonds: Record Breaker by Jeff Savage Reading level: Ages 9-12, 80 pages
Publisher: First Avenue Editions; 2nd edition (April 2002) Reading level: Ages 9-12
Edition: Paperback ISBN: 0822504723 
Edition: Library Binding Publisher: Bt Bound;
(August 2002) ISBN: 0613461185 
Julie Foudy: Soccer Superstar (Sports Achievers) by Jeff Savage
Reading level: Ages 4-8 80 pages;
Publisher: Lerner Publications Company; (September 1999)
Edition: Library Binding, ISBN: 0822536625 
Edition Paperback:
(March 1999) ASIN: 0822598264
Go-Karts (Wild Rides)
by Jeff Savage
Reading level: Ages 9-12
Edition: School & Library Binding 32 pages
Sammy Sosa, Home Run Hero 
California
Jeff Gordon: Racing's Superstar by Jeff Savage
Reading level: Ages 9-12 64 pages Publisher: Bt Bound;
(October 2001) ISBN: 061339478X
Paperback: 80 pages Publisher: First Avenue Editions;
(April 2000) ISBN: 0822598590
Library Binding: 80 pages, Publisher: Lerner Publications Company;
(May 2000) ISBN: 082253679X
Julie Krone, Unstoppable Jockey
(Achievers) by Jeff Savage Reading level: Ages 9-12
Edition: Library Binding 56 pages
Publisher: Lerner Publications Company
(June 1996) ASIN: 0822528886
Editorial Reviews From Booklist ... this account of Julie Krone, a top jockey in the almost exclusively male racing world, will be inspiring to horse lovers and athletes alike. Color and black-and-white photos range from Krone's early days as a five-year-old county-fair competitor to her victory in the 1993 Belmont Stakes, which made her the first female jockey to win a Triple Crown race. The author also mentions the prejudice and discouragement Krone experienced from male trainers, owners, and other jockeys, making her success all the more admirable. Laura Tillotson
Pioneering Women of the Wild West
Sports Great Brett Favre (Sports Great Books)
by Jeff Savage
Reading level: Ages 9-12
Edition: Library Binding 64 pages
Publisher: Enslow Publishers, Inc.
(February 1998) ISBN: 0766010007
Top 10 Physically Challenged Athletes
(Sports Top 10) by Jeff Savage 48 pages
Publisher: Enslow Publishers, Inc
(February 2000) ISBN: 0766012727
Editorial Reviews From School Library Journal 
Physically Challenged Athletes covers individuals who
have overcome adversity to achieve their goals.
Jim Abbott and Wilma Rudolph are among those included.
Barb Lawler, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh, PA
Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Rebecca Lobo
(Sports Great Books)
by Jeff Savage
Reading level: Ages 9-12
Edition: Library Binding 64 pages
Publisher: Enslow Publishers, Inc.
(August 2001) ISBN: 0766014665
School Presentations
Educators call Jeff Savage's school visits incomparable. He is at the school site the entire day. His high-energy assemblies are inspiring and educational and tailored to different grade levels. His classroom visits are fun and informative. He gets reluctant readers excited about books. He demonstrates real values to writing.
Jeff provides his own books for purchase by students and staff, so that schools don't have to deal with Jeff's 10 publishing companies. What's more, Jeff sells the books at his author discount, which is much less than the school library price.
What Educators Say
| Totally captivating. That is what I think of, when I think of Jeff Savage. - Carole Morse, Media Tech Alvina Elementary School, Caruthers, CA Jeff Savage is the most enthusiastic and inspiring author that we have ever had present at our school! - Susan Healy, Reading Specialist Creekside Elementary School, Poway, CA Our school has had a visiting author every year of its 11-year existence, and Jeff Savage is the overwhelming favorite of the staff and students. He will be our visiting author again next year. - Mary Westendorf, Principal, Discovery Elementary School, Bakersfield, CA The students listened in awe as Jeff Savage captured their heart and soul. His gift of passion will leave an everlasting impression. - Kathleen Portugal, Media Services Aide, Martin Luther King Elementary School, Hanford, CA Tremendously motivational and inspirational! Jeff brings home the important message about writing, about dedication, about quality, and about life. I cannot say enough positive things about Mr. Jeff Savage. - David J. Peters, Ed.D, Principal, St. Stephen the Martyr School, Omaha, NE One year after Jeff Savage's visit, the students at our school are still asking for his books and talking about him. - Susan Conger, Librarian, Castle Elementary School, Bakersfield, CA Jeff Savage may have left the building, but his visit continues to live on in the hearts and minds of both students and staff!!! What a dynamic and enlightening presentation! - Diane Munguia, Library Technician, Madison Elementary School, Sanger, CA Wow! Jeff Savage enthralled our students with his vivacious, charismatic, and humorous presentations of his career as an author. I've already booked him for a return visit! - Heather Williams, Ed.D., Principal, Dickson Elementary School, Chino, CA Jeff Savage has been the most wonderful author ever to come to Gold Ridge. - Karen Gomez, Librarian, Gold Ridge Elementary School, Rohnert Park, CA Jeff Savage's presentation at our school was superb. The impact of his visit will continue on for months and even years. - Kristi Hanelt, Media Specialist, Longfellow Elementary School, Alameda, CA Jeff Savage is an absolute KID MAGNET! My 7th and 8th graders mobbed him all day! - Darla Brown, Librarian, Compton Junior High School, Bakersfield, CA Captivating! If you want to get your students motivated to read and write non-fiction, Jeff Savage is the man for your school! - Kelli Sunderland, Literary Specialist, Vintage Hills Elementary School, Temecula, CA Wonderful. Our K-6 students loved Jeff. We haven't been this excited over an author in a very long time. - Kris Kobb, Teacher and Author Committee Chair, Riverdale Elementary School, St. Joe, IN Motivating! We have had several outstanding authors come to our school to speak, but none like Jeff Savage. - Debbie Maghanoy, Reading Specialist. Vail Elementary School, Temecula, CA Absolutely fantastic! Jeff's presentation was the best we have ever had - as voted by the teachers and staff! Wow! - Kimberly Bitter, PTA Vice President, Martin Luther King, Jr. Middle School, Madera, CA What a hit! Thank you, Jeff, for bringing your energy and positive messages. The students and teachers are jazzed! - Amy A. Thomas, PTA Assembly Coordinator, =A0 Strawberry Point School, Mill Valley, CA Thank you, Jeff, for the terrific job being a positive role model for kids - and going the step further. Teachers and students are still raving! - Tedra Hemingway, Teacher/Author Coordinator, J.R. Watson, Auburn, IN Jeff Savage has the gift of engaging ALL kids of ALL ages and abilities! - Stacey Carr, Manager of Recreation & Athletics, Devereux School, Santa Barbara, CA With humor and excitement, Jeff Savage delivers a powerful message. What a great motivator! Thank you, Jeff, for a wonderfully exciting and meaningful Author Day! - Linda Dismukes, Principal, Sunrise Elementary School, Citrus Heights, CA A great success! Students are now expressing an interest in pursuing a career in writing! - Ellen Dambrosio, Library Media Teacher, Teel Middle School, Empire, CA Jeff is a 'regular' guy, and he establishes an instant rapport with everyone. Jeff's message to students - that they have the power to create the life they wish - is extremely motivating! - Nelson Togerson, Principal, Oak Park Elementary School, Fontana, CA Jeff captivates the audience with his sparkle and magic. The inspiration and encouragement that he imparts is extremely powerful. - Julie Herdell, Principal, West Park Elementary School, Napa, CA Very impressive! Even the kindergarten students sat with rapt attention for a 50-minute presentation. Now, that says a lot! - Terri Swanson, Teacher/Reading Specialist, Oak Hill Elementary School, Antelope, CA Jeff's humor, wit, and striking personality captured everyone in the room. He inspired every child, even those most reluctant, to read and write. - Sue DeVinny, Author's Fair Coordinator, Sun Valley Elementary School, San Rafael, CA |
When you book Jeff for a visit, he will send you a prep packet, which includes several library-bound hardcover books for the school, a list of books that Jeff will have with him, and a suggested itinerary for the day. You may follow any or all parts of the itinerary or make your own schedule. Jeff will motivate your students to read and write in every way.
The Professional Speaking Fee: $900 for the day, plus travel expenses, no limit to number of sessions.
Jeff Savage
2740 Aberdeen Lane
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762
Phone: 916-939-8200
Fax: 916-939-8886
 Website http://www.JeffSavage.com |
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