Finding Gobi's range of children's books has been widely read and loved throughout the world and now Dion and Gobi are visiting schools (together and in person) across the United States.

New York Times Bestselling Author Dion Leonard and his dog Gobi share their amazing true story and incredible journey of Finding Gobi to children of all ages.

From pre-k to elementary picture book reads and chapter book events to middle and high school presentations the story of Finding Gobi is a heartwarming read and inspiring event for all students.

Dion and Gobi's visit to your school is fun, engaging, motivational and will have your children laughing, learning and loving reading.

 Whether it's a group of 20, 200 or 1,000 students, Dion and Gobi have spoken to children of all ages, groups and locations around the United States.

The story of Finding Gobi shares friendship, kindness, hope and dedication. The students are taken on a journey that include learnings about deserts, countries, culture, language, animals, travel, exercise and health to compassion, kindness and teamwork.

To book Dion and Gobi to visit your school email info@findinggobi.com for more details.

Dion and Gobi are touring schools across the United States in 2025 & 2026 and we would be thrilled to visit your school as well.

If your town, city, or state isn’t listed, please don’t hesitate to contact us and express your interest in having us come. We will do our best to arrange a visit to your school!

We also offer fun and engaging virtual visits for schools all around the world. 

WHAT THEY SAY:

'Todays author talk was one to remember. The Finding Gobi presentation was so inspiring, the students didn't want it to end. Dion's ability to read the Picture Book to Grade 1/2/3 then switch to Grade 5/6 with the Chapter Book version was fantastic'

'We read Finding Gobi as our school read, what a fantastic book it was and what a delight to have Dion and Gobi visit us to share more on their wonderful story. The children learnt so much and it was so much fun'

'Still the best author visit to this day. Students still love reading about Gobi's story'

'Students, teachers and administrators all LOVED the presentation. Nothing but wonderful comments. I love that there are 3 different reading levels of ‘Finding Gobi’, a book for everyone, a great message that can reach all'

'The story of challenges yet being resilient and still kind was powerful. There was so many messages that the kids learnt from and have taken home with them'

'Dion (and Gobi) kept the students attention, the presentation was really informative and the Q&A was great. We're still talking about it 3 months later'