Kelly Wilson

Kelly has been a dynamic Primary School Educator & Literacy Specialist for 30 years. Her varied roles have seen her teach all subject areas from Prep to year 12. She now works as an Author and Educational & Wellbeing Consultant in her own business, Wings for Grace, and in schools. She is a regular Public Speaker and workshop provider in areas such as Literacy, Wellbeing, Mental Health and Life Coaching. Kelly’s passion as an author is guaranteed to inspire young minds to write and read.

In 2024 Kelly qualified alongside her fury companion Zahli, as a Therapy Dog and Handler team. You now have the option to book not only Kelly, but Zahli as well to engage and thrill your young audience. Zahli and Kelly are well versed in presenting to both large and small audiences, workshopping and providing a personal and memorable experience for all.

Her energy and positive nature combined with her expert teaching skills and rapport with all people, will provide your school with a fantastic experience which children will remember, well into the future.

Kelly is a master at engaging and captivating groups, and inspiring audiences of all ages with her entertaining and motivating sessions. Kelly’s kind and friendly demeanour, ensures students learn and develop skills at any level.

During her varied career, Kelly has facilitated numerous workshops educating parents & teachers on the strategies, skills & values of literacy. She has also worked with Cardinia Shire Council in Victoria on various literacy projects. Kelly has also filmed literacy education videos for the Department of Education that have been distributed worldwide.

Kelly continues to be a successful children’s and YA author. Kelly has two picture story books titled Lady Lulu (nominated for the Children’s Book Council of Australia Awards 2023) and Hudson Houdini Escapologist Extraordinaire. Her Young Adult novels titled Breathe Grace (Nominated for the Miles Franklin 2023 award and two NSW Premier’s Literacy awards 2023). The shadows in my mind, Where the Driftwood meets the Sand, and Fragmented, continue to attract very positive reviews.