Author & Speaker

Hi, my name is Mindy Dickman. For almost 10 years, I wrote the wonderful book, Life in the Everglades: A Young Naturalist’s Manual and Field Guide, my love letter to the natural world. I decided to write Life in the Everglades when three meaningful coincidences happened simultaneously. First, I had just finished reading Omnivore’s Dilemma and felt a strong need to help animals in some way. At the same time, I was taking a teacher recertification class about the Everglades and created a book for children as my class project. Then while buying kids nature books for our family’s RV trip to Yosemite National Park, I thought I would see if there were similar books about Everglades National Park’s plants and animals. In my quest, I quickly realized the book I wanted didn’t exist, and so, eureka, I decided to write the book myself.

I am a certified teacher and reading coach with degrees in Chemistry Education and Reading and Learning Disabilities. I also have ten years of experience teaching in classrooms. I enjoy being in nature, reading, dancing, and spending time with my family and friends.

Book talks are tailored for any age group and focus on the native habitats, wildlife, and conservation efforts related to the Greater Everglades Ecosystem. My book talk fee of $750 is greatly reduced with the presale of books, including books that may be purchased as a class set for the school. Below is a sample promotional flyer.