Program Description
Event Details
The National Book Festival, presented by the Library of Congress, takes place online September 25 - 27. Of the 120 authors presenting, many are children's authors. You are invited to "Investigate an Author" with a read aloud, video, suggested activity and coloring sheet. Enjoy 21 days of new books and old favorites this month.
READ ALOUD: Be You! by Peter Reynolds. Also, check out Hoopla and Tumble Book Library on the Library's website for other books to enjoy.
VIDEO: Sesame Street: Believe in Yourself Song (Michael Bublé & Elmo)
ACTIVITY: Make an “All About Me” book by cutting pictures from magazines and pasting them on pages with the following headings:
*Food I like
*People I like
*Toys I play with
Draw your self-portrait on the cover.
COLORING PAGE: Print the attachment and decorate with crayons, paint, stickers or whatever inspires you!
Win free copies of Be You! by Peter Reynolds and New Kid by Jerry Craft, two of the authors speaking at the National Book Festival! To enter, CLICK HERE to fill out the prize drawing form between September 14-20. One entry per person. The winner will be contacted with pickup details.