“...The students loved you and are still fighting over who can check out your books.”
-Roslyn Beitler, Library Media Specialist, Kate Waller Barrett Elementary School

"You were marvelous at St. Luke's - The best author/illustrator I've seen."
-Ellen Lewis, St. Luke's Elementary School, VA

“...It was a pleasure to watch the faces of the kindergarten, first and second graders as they listened intently to your presentation.”
-Joan Griffin McCabe, Principal, St Mark The Evangelist Catholic School

“...you were an inspiration to our kids!”
-Gretchen Aerui, Retreat Co-Chair, Selective Mutism Group-Childhood Anxiety Network

“Your warm, spontaneous “illustrator talks” were a treat for all of us! ...the immediate responses were wonder, delight, pleasure and even surprise!”
-Flo Tannenbaum, Librarian, Green Acres School, MD

“I believe that I want to be an artist when I grow up, so I was greatly influenced by what you had to say. ...I loved your presentation, and I would go back any day.”
-Sarah, student , Bradley Hills Elementary School, MD

“Thanks for bringing the baby blue whale. It was cool and big. I almost fainted. It was awesome.”
-Mark, student

"Jennifer O'Connell offers lively and informative programs for all ages. Enthusiastic and knowledgeable, she has excellent rapport with her audience. Children readily respond to her interactive program style. Those with aspirations to illustrate or write find her receptive and encouraging. Her inspirational programs highlight the wonders of the illustrated book for young and old alike."
-Joe Ann Stenstrom, Senior Librarian for Children's and Adult Services, Rockville Library, MD