Here are what people are saying about Mrs. Irwin's books and speaking engagements:
"Sage's Big Adventure: Living with Blindness teaches children several things, including respect, acceptance of differences,and overcoming challenges. This book shows children how one can face difficulties in life and overcome them." Debbie LaChance, 4th grade teacher, Oregon Trail Elementary - Casper, Wyoming
"It is an awesome book! I truly enjoyed reading it." Terianne Bowser, 2nd grade teacher, Henry Elementary School - Rialto, California
"Anyone who has an elderly or disabled dog will relate to Sage’s story; those who are simply dog owners with little pet medical challenges will also positively respond to the message and depth of Irwin’s story." Tom Barnes, Dog Guardian and Rescue Volunteer - LaVerne, California
"My grandchildren love both of your books! So do I!" Pat Decker, Grandmother and Appreciator of Pets, Laramie, Wyoming
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Mrs. Irwin's school presentations are a delight to the senses for children of all ages in learning how to overcome and to accept others for who they are. Students participate in her wonderful story renditions, incorporating her story about her blind dog. Through her program and story about Sage, our emotions are engaged and our understanding heightened of those that might appear different from us. It is a truly heart-warming experience that can be built upon by educators in the classroom to respect the difficulties and challenges that we all face. Randall Harris, Principal, Oregon Trail Elementary School - Casper, Wyoming
Dear Mrs. Irwin: This has been a great experience for my class! I've seen their eyes light up as they learn not only history but also some great writing ideas. I loved seeing their creativity! Kristin Wilshire, 4th grade teacher, Henry Elementary School - Rialto, California, regarding Trail Tales, a history and writing project
Dear Mrs. Irwin: Thank you so much for taking the time to share your story with our second graders. Your book has a special message which we try to instill in our students at Apache School. Thank you again! Ms. Peyman, Ms. Dezember, and Ms. Knapp, 2nd grade teachers, Apache Elementary School - Peoria, Arizona
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Dear Mrs. Irwin: Thank you for coming to our school and teaching us about your special dog Sage. I learned that just because you have a disability does not mean you can't do anything at all, it just means you do it in a diffrent way than other people do it. I love your book! Madison, 2nd grader, Arizona
Thank you for coming to our school. You inspired me to write a book. I loved hearing about Sage and how she inspired you to write about her. I never thought I’d want to write a book until you came to our class. Thank you so much! Tristen, 9th Grader – Wyoming
Thank you for coming (to the school).I love your book you wrote. I like Sage and you. I want to have a blind dog some day. Lauren, 1st Grader – Wyoming
I think Sage taught me some things yesterday. Even though she can’t see things, she hears and knows you are there. She trusts Mrs. Irwin. She can love just the same. She can still do great things. Rebecca, 3rd Grader - Wyoming
Sage's eyes are blind, but her heart is all love! Carissa, 3rd Grader - Wyoming
Dear Mrs. Irwin: Thank you for telling us things about the California Trail I never knew.Daisy, 4th grader - California
Dear Mrs. Irwin: Thank you for the fun activities! I learned about a lot of great (historical) heroes! Brianna, 4th grader, California
Dear Mrs. Irwin: Thank you for helping us be an author! Pedro, 4th grader, California
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