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The Shadowpurr-r-r Author
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Alice G. Duckett
An Educator with 31 years of teaching experience, The Shadowpurr-r-rPress Author worked mostly in Marshall County, Albertville City School Systems of Alabama, and Pensacola, Florida. I have published over 300 articles, features and columns in newspapers and magazines including The Gadsden Times, The Sand Mountain Reporter, The Tribune News, The Islander, The Island Chronicle, Transitions Abroad Travel Magazine, Alabama Wildlife Magazine, Alabama Conservation Magazine, and The Christian Advocate.
Alice has had the privilege of winning 10 writing awards in competitions around the Southeast. I have been an editor for writing organizations such as the Council of Authors and Journalists, and several professional teacher organization newsletters.
Currently she has published a workbook for kids and families, "Digging from Attics to Basements" - a how-to book on compiling Family History. This is going to accompany my programs, "Genealogy from a Christian Perspective" and "Fun with Genealogy for Kids" which I present in churches, at civic organizations, and Genealogy Society meetings.
I am also working on a series of nostalgic vignettes about growing up in rural North Georgia. I enjoy presenting stories, readings and special programs in school settings.
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Book: Digging From Attics To Basements
Author: Alice G. Duckett
Publisher: Shadowpurr-r-rPress
Published: Dec 2006
ISBN#: 0979136601
Price: $9.95ea.
"Digging from Attics to Basements" - a how-to book on compiling Family History. Why take the time to go on a search for your family history ? Well, all kids, even you, need to know Who you came from? And Where? When? Why? & How? It's a challenge to see how far back you can trace your ancestors. You'll have a great time looking "From Attics to Basements" (and even in Cemetaries) to see what you can discover to tell you more about your family. So finding out your family history, tracing your genealogy, and meeting, visiting as many relatives as you can, will create a connection for you with your family members "Then and now"...
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MOST RECENT EMPLOYMENT:
2002 Faith Christian School, Anniston, AL
2002 Cornerstone Christian Academy, Anniston,AL
2000-2001 PATS Center, (Program for Academically Talented-GT) Pensacola, FL
1996-2000 PATS Center Gr.3,5,6, & 8 Pensacola, FL
1992-1996 McCord Elementary Gr.3,5 & Gifted Program, Albertville, AL
1990-1992 Alabama Ave. Middle School, Gr.6,7,8 & Gifted Program, Albertville, AL
1985-87 Community Education Director - Albertville City School System K-12 and Community. Also directed a federal project for single parent women and taught some parenting classes. Prior to this I taught English at Albertville High, English and Gifted at Alabama Middle, gr 3 Reading-Writing-Science at Boaz Elementary, as well as English and Social Studies in several other states. I took the 25 year retirement from Alabama in 1996. I had 21 years in Marshall County and Albertville City System.
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND:
1987-89 Post Graduate University of South AL Professional Writing
1981 Ms Certification University of AL Gifted Ed.
1978 Ms Degree Jacksonville State University English Ed.
1964 BS Degree Auburn University English Ed.
PAST ENGAGEMENTS:
2005 Calhoun County Genealogical Society 2005 "Family History for Kids-A Fun Approach". Speaking
2004 Women's Ministries Parker Memorial Baptist Church Anniston "Genealogy with a Christian Perspective". Speaking
2002 Teaching Cornerstone Christian Academy Research/Writing and Study Skills for gr. 9-12 Storytime for K-3 weekly at Cornerstone.
2002 Tutoring Services for 2 Elementary & 2 High School students
2002 Jacksonville City School System- Inservice "Finding Gifted Students in Minority Populations" For teachers K-12 gr. Speaking
2001-2005 Reader for classes at Lola Roberts Elementary Pell City, AL Christmas and seasonal occasions- K-5 gr.
2000 Hoover City Schools Writer's Celebration Week "News Writing for Kids"- Plus reader for kids-K-4 gr. Presenter
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Memories - Ties to the Past & Future
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I am a former resident of Cartersville, GA, being born and raised there. In high school I was in the CHS band, a majorette, and started my interest in writing in the high school journalism class. I wrote a column in the CHS school news paper, then called "The Chipper".
In college at Auburn University I was in the Auburn band, a college majorette there and a member of Delta Delta Delta Sorority. I wrote several pieces for the Auburn newspaper, "The Plainsman". I met my husband in the Auburn band as he was the Drum Major. After college I lived a year in Cartersville while my husband was in Viet Nam as a Marine helicopter pilot.
Later we moved to Florida, Louisiana and Alabama and I continued to visit often in Cartersville seeing relatives, parents, sister, and friends. I've kept up with a number of residents through the years and always attend my CHS high school reunions. My dad, Mr. J. Hugh Gilreath, Jr. (now 93 years of age) still lives on Hillside Drive in Cartersville. He ran the Gilreath Hardware Store on Main Street for many years. My mother, the late Marion N. Gilreath (who died at 90 years of age), was librarian at Cartersville Middle School. All this is to point out that I have strong ties to Cartersville and still love coming back often...
Sincerely,
Alice Gilreath Duckett
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School and Library Programs
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"Meet the Man in the Yellow Hat"— "Miss Allie" portrays the man in the yellow hat in costume. She entertains with info on the author of the Curious George books and a reading of a Curious George story complete with a visit from—who else? her monkey puppet Curious George. (Grades K-2)
"Storyland Caravan"—Join "Miss Allie" as she reads a story from the best in children's literature. Presentation includes discussion and an art activity. Caldecott and Newberry Award winners are used. (Grades K-5)
"Digging from Attics to Basements" — Learn how to start your own search for your family history. "Miss Allie" in Victorian costume will get you started through activities, a storytelling selection and displays of old family photos and artifacts. (Grades 2-5)
"A Visit from Madame Du'Quette" (Duckett)— Conversational French and French Culture will come alive through a visit with the colorful costumed character of Madame Du'Quette. (Grades 2-5)
To schedule a visit with the author/speaker contact:
Alice G. Duckett - "Miss Allie" - Info@shadowpurr-r-rpress.com tel. 256-237-7123
"Digging from Attics to Basements" are $9.95ea. and the Gift bags containing everything you need to do the family history project including workbook range from $13.95-$25.00
Great Holiday, Birthday and Special Event gifts for kids and grandkids - The Whole Family !
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Local Book Availability
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GoodBook Parable Christian Store - Oxford, AL ...
Bishop's Pharmacy and Gifts - Albertville, AL ...
Eclectic Treasures - Cartersville, GA ...
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