Join Superintendent Huggins for Our Kick Off on March 2nd

K-3 10:00-10:30 AM

My Writing Process: How This Book Got Red

I’ll pull the covers back on the process I go through to write a publishable book from inspiration through polished story (for grades K-3). Then afterwards, I will read one of my books including lessons in SEL, ELA, and science if applicable. In the time remaining, I’ll answer students’ questions about my books and my writing process.

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Grades 3-5 11:10-11:40 AM

Okra Stew and Cut Paper

Telling stories through art: how art helps tell stories beyond words

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Grades PK-4 1:10-1:40 PM

Legends of Poetry: Dr. Seuss

On the birthday of the most well-known American children’s author, you’ll learn all about who Dr. Seuss was and how he changed children’s books forever. 

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Grades K-4 9:00-9:30 AM

Dragons and Drawings

Author David LaRochelle will share his book 100 Mighty Dragons All Named Broccoli, do some quick sketching and storytelling, and help viewers create their own dragon. Have your pencils and paper handy and be ready to draw! 

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Grades 3-5 10:00-10:30 AM

Write What You Know; But Make Up Stuff, Too!

Award-winning author Steve Bramucci shares how real life experiences influenced all three of his novels, particularly his recent book, Race for the Ruby Turtle. But rather than putting life experiences into the book verbatim, he shares with young authors how to remix their lived experiences and turn them into something thrilling and cohesive.

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Grades K-2 12:10-12:40 PM 

How Does a Book Get Made

Nonfiction science author Ginjer Clarke explains the steps of creating a nonfiction book using examples from her own books, as well as detailing the roles of the various team members (author, illustrator, editor, etc.) involved in creating a book.

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GradesK-4 9:00-9:30 AM

Make a Difference

Join Miranda Pauld for a special read aloud of her beloved ONE PLASTIC BAG and a sneak peek of the not-yet-released KALEIDOSCOPE OF HOPE: How Butterfly Life Cycles Reflect  Our World. Then, ask questions about the research behind the stories and hower how YOU can make a difference in your community and beyond this year.

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Grades 6-8 10:00-10:30 AM

Grow Your Creativity

Every student may not dream of being an author, but all students have the potential to be incredibly creative. In this presentation, I share several ways to grow the creativity that already exists inside each of us and help students see that the world really does need their creativity. When we cultivate that creativity and find the confidence to let it grow, we truly can change lives--starting with our own.

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Grades 2-5 9:00-9:30 AM

From an Idea to a Book

How author Christine Evans took a small idea and turned it into her picture book, Dear Mr. G. Christine will also cover revision, the illustration process, and lead an interactive “Mad-Libs” style activity, before reading Dear Mr. G.

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Grades 3-6 10:00-10:30 AM

Moon Shot

An interactive virtual visit focused on my book Farther Than the Moon that incorporates disability inclusion, space trivia, and the power of perseverance.

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Grades 2-4 9:00-9:30 AM

The Story Behind The Story of Nubby

The author will begin with an introduction of himself and his family followed by a reading of NUBBY. He will then tell the backstory about where the idea came from, why the story has personal meaning, and what he hopes readers take away from the story. The author will spend the last few minutes answering questions from the audience.

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Grades 3-6 10:00-10:30 AM

The Inspiration Behind My Books

The author shares her journey from a flashlight kid to a published author, the inspiration behind her popular novels like The Cursed Moon, and provides exclusive insights into her upcoming projects. Followed with a Q&A session.

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