AUTHOR & SPEAKER

Stories that inspire
and educate.

Lou Claus is a children's author, storyteller and speaker who helps young audiences and the adults who guide them discover the power of kindness, caring and gratitude.

PROGRAMS

Ways to bring Lou
to your audience

School author visits

Assembly or classroom format, K-6. A story, a conversation, and a challenge the children take home.

Library reading programs

Family story hours with a read-aloud, Q&A and signing.

Educational programs

Multi-session kindness curricula for schools and youth organizations.

Keynotes & conferences

For educators, nonprofits and corporate audiences on building a contributing culture.

Podcasts & interviews

A warm, quotable guest with a genuinely different story to tell.

Corporate speaking

Leadership, morale and the measurable business case for gratitude.

SPEAKING TOPICS

What Lou talks about and why it lands.

Each talk is adapted to the room: a gymnasium of second graders, a library of families, or a conference hall of executives. The through-line never changes.

The Science of Kindness, Caring and Gratitude

Every Child Has a Superpower

Raising Children with a Contributing Mindset

Why Santa Still Matters

Building Cultures Where People Leave Happier Than They Arrived

Storytelling as a Tool for Teaching Character

HOW IT WORKS

The author & speaker
booking journey

A different audience needs a different process. Speaking engagements are planned, not just scheduled.

01

Program inquiry

Tell us your audience, dates and goals.

02

Discovery call

We align on outcomes and format.

03

Program proposal

Session plan, materials and book options.

04

Custom quote

Transparent pricing including travel.

05

Agreement

Dates confirmed and logistics locked.

06

Program delivered

Plus follow-up resources for your team.

WHERE WOULD YOU LIKE TO BEGIN?

Bring Lou Claus to your audience.