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 ookPALS is a unique all-volunteer literacy program. Professional actors visit public elementary schools in local neighborhoods to read aloud to children every week. The world of literacy and literature is then opened to these children by the very people who can make books come alive through their talent and training.
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Tuesday, May 06 2008 @ 03:30 PM
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BookPAL Bill Cordell will be performing wonderful stories at the Orlando Musuem of Art on Saturday, May 17th, in honor of the members opening of this summer's picture book exhibit, The World of William Joyce.
"The World of William Joyce features the work of one of the most dynamic and talented picture book artists working today. William Joyce has won two Emmys for his popular children’s show that airs on the Disney Channel, William Joyce’s Rolie Polie Olie, an animated series based on his Rolie Polie Olie picture books. In addition, his award-winning picture book “George Shrinks” has been made into a cartoon series on PBS and a feature film, Meet the Robinsons, based on his book “A Day with Wilbur Robinson” was released in 2007.
The exhibition also includes an inviting reading area where children and families can discover the stories behind the colorful illustrations. The World of William Joyce is organized by the National Center for Children’s Illustrated Literature, Abilene, Texas."
The exhibit runs from May 18-August 31, 2008. Don't miss the fun!
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Thursday, May 01 2008 @ 01:13 PM
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I'd like to personally thank each and every volunteer who participated in our programs this year. You have had a positive and profound impact on so many children's lives.
Sincere thanks also go to all the teachers and educators who support our volunteers in their classrooms, schools and other venues. Thank you for believing in the work that we do and for inviting us to share our love of reading and learning.
Together, we are making a difference! Here are some of this year's testimonials:
From the Teachers:
The students really enjoyed having BookPAL Nan Leeseberg come into our class. It is good for them to hear stories read by someone other than their regular teacher. They get more excited about it. This is a great program. Mrs. Leeseberg not only reads, she discusses what she has read and gives the children a chance to respond to what they have heard.
~Ms. Nicole Colabella Dunham, 1st Grade, Thacker Avenue Elementary, Kissimmee.
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Wednesday, April 30 2008 @ 09:20 AM
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Compiled by Melissa Brandt, National BookPALS
Book Reviewer
Help Me, Mr. Mutt!
Written by Janet Stevens and Susan Stevens Crummel
Illustrated by Janet Stevens
Distressed canines ask Mr. Mutt for help! He responds with just as much zeal… Mr. Mutt lives with a cat named The Queen. She also writes him letters. However, her letters try to convey her superior intellect. (K-4)
A Visitor for Bear
Written by Bonny Becker
Illustrated by Kady MacDonald Denton
Bear is visited by a persistent mouse…. Seemingly simple, but the story evolves nicely. (K-2)
If you want to discuss movie-making with children, start here:
Amelia Makes a Movie
Written and Illustrated by David Milgrim
Amelia writes, directs, and stars in a movie.
Glossary included!
Ages 5-9
Corky and Fuzz: The Collectors (Beginning-Chapter Book)
Written by Dori Chaconas
Illustrated by Lisa McCue
Spend the day with a muskrat and possum-- two friends. They both like to collect things. Try to guess what they find…(Grades 1-3)
* I think “Corky and Fuzz” may be a series.
Pizza, Pigs, and Poetry: How to Write a Poem
Written by Jack Prelutsky
Oysters
“Oysters
are creatures
without
any features.”
(Guess the Tip…)
Although these tips reference poetry, they can also be used as springboards for other forms of writing.
Ages: 7 - 10
Come And Play: Children of Our World Having Fun
Poems by children
Edited by Ayana Lowe
STRING TALES
“Looking at Grandpa’s hands.
Different strings shapes.
Cat whiskers.
Good job.
You are learning.” (Anaktuvuk, Alaska, 1953)
Beautiful photographs
All ages
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Monday, April 28 2008 @ 04:18 PM
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Read Across America (Dr. Seuss' birthday)celebrated in schools all over New York City.
Will Swenson reads to students at PS 178 in Washington Heights
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Wednesday, April 16 2008 @ 12:04 PM
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Thanks to Walt Disney World’s Helping Kids Shine Grant, seventy-two extraordinary 4th and 5th grade students from Rolling Hills Elementary, Riverdale Elementary, and DeSoto Elementary have written and illustrated their autobiographies and dreams for the future. The project, We the Children, is a Screen Actors Guild Foundation program that teaches children the value of books and the importance of their own lives. Under the direction of dedicated classroom teachers, community supporters, and professional literary and visual artists, children researched and created a magnificent book filled with their memories and dreams. Each child’s story was professionally published in a bound hard cover, gold embossed book. While enhancing reading and writing proficiency, every child who completed this project also built their self confidence, pride, and a greater understanding of family, place and community. Each project was a memorable experience for the child and their family. The program culminated in an honorary celebration in which each young author had the opportunity to share their story with classmates, family, friends and community members.
We the Children students from Ms. Gorman's class at Rolling Hills Elementary
We the Children students from Mrs. Filosof's class at Riverdale Elementary
We the Children students from Miss Saadi's class at DeSoto Elementary
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