Here are more letters from children and teachers who have listened, written with, and enjoyed Marsha's teaching and storytelling firsthand.

Dear Ms. Wilson Chall,

Thank you for coming to John Ireland School and sharing all your wonderful books and memories with us. I'm glad to know that some adults still have a good imagination and sense of humor like you. I think Rupa Raises the Sun sends out a good message. Sometimes I think I'm more important than I really am, just like Rupa.

—Erik S.

Dear Marsha Chall,

Thank you for helping me make my story bloom like a flower. My parents have read my story and they love it. Whenever your name was on our schedule, I would tell everybody you were coming. You were always very joyful and always had something to be excited about. You always made sure everybody had a chance in the spotlight.

Sincerely,
Nathalie, 4th grade, Tanglen Elementary

Dear Marsha Chall,

Thank you for coming and teaching us how to write stories. It was a lot of fun learning how. I'm continuing to write my story. I'm almost done. Before you came, I didn't really care about writing stories, but when you came, I learned writing stories is a lot of fun. I think you do a nice job teaching kids how to write stories.

Sincerely,
Ryan W., 4th grade, Tanglen Elementary

Dear Ms. Wilson Chall,

I love your book Up North at the Cabin. I thought it was so real and I have that exact same feeling when I go to my cabin up north!

From,
Emily V.H., 4th grade, Scenic Heights

Dear Marsha,

I just can't thank you enough for jumping in at my late request and being a fabulous closing for our year-long study of authors. I could have listened for at least another hour! Sometimes it's hard to make things interesting, entertaining, and educational at the same time, but you have definitely got the magic formula. Our kids were spellbound! I think you truly had a strong impact on them. You truly have a gift—thank you for letting us share in that gift.

Sincerely,
Mary Buechler, Glen Lake Elementary

Dear Marsha,

Thank you so much for coming to my Children's Lit class. I waited 'til I saw them again to drop you this note with their comments. You received overwhelming rave reviews. They enjoyed all aspects of your presentation.

Thanks for sharing with us.

Denise

Dear Marsha,

Thank you for coming to our classroom and spending your time with us. When you were with us I learned to plan out a wonderful story. You made me want to be a writer!

Thanks a bunch,
Greta, 4th grade, Tanglen Elementary