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Authors Visit with Elementary Students

A grant from the Elementary Enrichment Committee along with the work of the District’s Library Media Specialists, brought the Visiting Author program to Parsons, Preston, Purchase, and Harrison Avenue Elementary Schools. Tad Hill, best known for his Duck and Goose Books, spoke with students in grades 2-5. Nina Crews, whose parents also author children's books, explained to  3rd-5th grade students how to combine words and images in telling a story. Library media specialists collaborated to develop instruction aligned with curriculum to prepare students for the author visits. The program provides a common, enriching experience for students at all four elementary schools. Students were excited to meet professional writers and learn about the writing process.