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Carrie

Carrie Sokolowski Wehunt

Children’s authorEducatorSpeaker
Mooresville, North Carolina

Carrie Sokolowski Wehunt is a children’s author, teacher, and lifelong believer in the power of books to change lives. Through her dragonfly-themed stories, she shares messages of hope, courage, and faith, reminding readers that even in life’s hardest moments, there is always light ahead.

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About Carrie

Carrie Sokolowski Wehunt is a children’s author, teacher, and lifelong believer in the power of books to change lives. Through her dragonfly-themed stories, she shares messages of hope, courage, and faith, reminding readers that even in life’s hardest moments, there is always light ahead.

As a school librarian and educator, Carrie is passionate about creating spaces where children feel seen, valued, and inspired. Her books encourage kindness, resilience, and the belief that small moments — like a dragonfly’s gentle appearance — can carry big meaning.

Grade levels: Pre-K, K–2, 3–5

Visits & topics

  • Courage & resilience
  • Hope & faith
  • Kindness & friendship
  • Overcoming challenges
  • The power of books
  • Social-emotional learning

Speaking topics

Finding hope in hard times
How a book is made, from idea to printed page
Writing your own story: a hands-on workshop

What a visit looks like

A typical visit is a 45-minute assembly followed by classroom workshops. Virtual visits are available. I bring books for a signing and a free discussion guide for teachers.
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A message from Carrie

Reviews

My second graders asked for this one three days in a row. The discussion questions at the end were perfect for our morning meeting.

Lake Norman PTA · on Diddle the Dragonfly Goes to Camp

Lovely read-aloud with a clear message about courage. Our library copy is always checked out.

Lake Norman PTA · on The Dragonfly Angel