
Matthew James Friday
Classroom Teacher and Literacy Consultant
Matthew is a classroom teacher, professional storyteller, writer, and literacy consultant, and he works in a public school in Oregon. He has experience teaching across all grades in elementary/primary schools in England, China, Germany, and Switzerland. He is also a published writer and professional storyteller for children. Matthew has delivered university lectures and professional development workshops to teachers on literacy and storytelling.
Matthew is a widely published poet with many poems published in journals and magazines around the world. His first poetry book, , is published by Finishing Line Press, and his second book, is published by Bottlecap Press. He also has experience writing and directing theatre plays for adults and children.