Mistake and Friends Author Visits:
Bring Stories to Life with Author Visits That Inspire Confidence, Kindness & Creativity!
Meet Neta & Hagit, the creators of Mistake and Friends, for an unforgettable author visit that helps children embrace their uniqueness, express emotions, and turn mistakes into magical moments.
Our interactive author visits are more than just storytime; they are full of heart, laughter, creativity, and meaningful conversation. We bring our beloved characters to life and create safe, joyful spaces for children to explore big feelings, build confidence, and celebrate what makes them one of a kind.
Each visit includes:
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An interactive reading of one of our books: Beyond Words or Happy Campers
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Meet Mistake and his Friends: Ryangry, Dramamia, Pleasington, Perfectron, and Fearolina.
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Guided discussions about self-acceptance, kindness, growth mindset, and emotional awareness
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Creative activity inspired by the story
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Q&A time with Neta and Hagit
Perfect for:
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Schools (PreK–5th Grade)
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Libraries
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Bookstores
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Community events
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SEL Programs
Gabriella Aleman
Texas Preparatory School
Mistake and Friends is so wonderful! The students really love it! The colorful monsters instantly grab their attention, and the stories keep them engaged and entertained while teaching them important lessons in a fun and meaningful way. You can see how much they enjoy it and how connected they feel to the characters.
What I really love is that it’s not just fun, it actually sticks with them. They start to understand their emotions better, and they talk about what they’ve learned. It’s helping them grow in a real, lasting way.
As a parent or educator, it’s a relief to have something that’s both engaging and impactful. You’ve created something special that supports emotional growth and positive conversations. It’s making a big difference!
Rotem Ben Avinoam
Hebrew Teacher
I had the incredible privilege of hosting Hagit for a special session in my Hebrew class. The session was interactive, heartfelt, and empowering. Hagit skillfully guided the children through important conversations about mistakes, understanding emotions, and fostering resilience. It was remarkable to witness the students open up, share their thoughts, and feel truly seen and heard.
Mistake and Friends has a unique and powerful way of making complex emotional topics approachable and fun for children. I am so grateful to Hagit for sharing her time and talents with us, and I wholeheartedly recommend Mistake and Friends to any educator or parent looking to nurture emotional intelligence and growth mindset in young learners.
Why Mistake and Friends?
With our characters Mistake, Fearolina, Ryangry, Perfectron, Dramamia, and Pleasington, children learn to:
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Recognize and express emotions
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Understand that it’s okay to make mistakes
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Accept themselves and others just as they are
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Practice kindness and empathy
Neta and Hagit use storytelling, humor, and deep emotional insight to make each visit fun, memorable, and impactful.
MEET THE CHARACTERS
MEET THE AUTHORS
Hagit Segal
Hagit Segal is an experienced educator specializing in early childhood education. She develops educational content and programs to empower parents, educators, and children to embrace mistakes as valuable learning opportunities and emotions as part of growth. Hagit participated in a unique international program, "Myths, Fairytales, and Legends," in Scandinavia and is an expert on children's literature.
Neta Shani
Neta Shani started her journey into children's emotional health when she embarked on a career as a pediatric acupuncturist. Specializing in sensory processing and emotional regulation, Neta developed the Sensory Balancing technique. Her expertise in this field has touched the lives of many children and families, providing them with valuable tools for self-discovery and emotional growth.
Author Visit Programs
Full-Day Visit
Duration: 6 hours
Program:
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Session 1: Introducing the characters and interactive reading of the story "Happy Campers: A Trip Full of Emotions and Q&A.
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Session 2: Become a positive leader with Ryangry and Mistake.
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Session 3: Handle big emotions with Dramamia and Mistake.
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Session 4: Grow by caring for others with Pleasington and Mistake.
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Session 5: Embrace imperfections with Perfectrom and Mistake. .
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Session 6: Overcome fear with Fearolina and Mistake.
Price: $999
ABOUT THE BOOK
"Happy Campers: A Trip Full of Emotions"
This story teaches children communication, empathy, and collaboration lessons. This engaging adventure is a practical tool for sparking meaningful conversations with children about resilience.
Ryangry's grand camping plan isn't going as smoothly as he hoped. Dramamia's dancing, Pleasington's cookies, Perfectron's tent-building, and Fearolina's fears collide, leading to unexpected twists and turns.
As they face their emotions, they learn to understand each other's needs, offer support, and work together to make the trip successful. Along the way, they discover the power of kindness, empathy, and the joy of their unique talents.
Uncover activities, insightful questions, and a unique bonus guide introducing the five characters (elements within us). It's not just a book; it's a journey of learning and connection!
ABOUT THE BOOK
"Beyond Words: Friendship & Acceptance"
This story introduces the adorable mouthless monster Mistake and his curious friends: Ryangry, Dramamia, Pleasington, Perfectron, and Fearolina. With their distinct personalities, each friend tries to figure out how Mistake functions without a mouth.
Through honest and open conversations, Mistake patiently explains his needs and demonstrates how his difference allows him to "speak from the heart." Mistake patiently explains his needs and illustrates how his difference enables him to "speak from the heart."
This journey teaches valuable lessons: embracing diversity, curiosity, friendship, empathy, and self-confidence.
Beyond Words is explicitly written in easy-to-understand and straightforward language for children ages 3-6. It includes questions, a glossary, and parents guide to create meaningful conversations with your little ones.
BOOK A VISIT
To book an author visit or for more information,
please get in touch with us at:
Email: hagit@mistakeandfriends.com
Phone: 650-772-9076
We look forward to inspiring your community with the beautiful world of Mistake and friends
