An Interactive Author Event for Grades K-3
Teaching Artist: Bob Holt
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Join award-winning author and illustrator Bob Holt for an interactive read-aloud and illustration event featuring his book, The Red Scarf!
BE WELL “RED” is a fun, interactive, and engaging reading and presentation for your kiddos, with drawing exercises and a thought-provoking kindness exercise they will always remember. This popular event will spark creativity and inspire a lifelong interest in reading for your students. Chock-full of relatable yet subtle messages about overcoming difficulties and the importance of kindness in the world today, BE WELL “RED” is a great way to help kids embrace differences and a pay-it-forward approach to life while building confidence at the same time. Combining English Language Arts, visual arts, and social-emotional learning, this program engages students in reading, creative expression, and meaningful reflection on kindness and empathy.
Requirements:
Access to WiFi and a way to project the book (projector and screen or large monitor with HDMI port or casting/mirroring capability)
Large, open area
Crayons for all students participating
Teachers must be present at all times during performance.
To schedule this program, use the scheduling button below or:
Phone: 816-531-4022
Email: booknow@kcya.org
Creative Discipline: Visual Arts
Maximum Audience Size: 250 students
Program Length: 45 minutes
Availability: Year-round
Location: At Your School
Fees: $525 single, $925 for 2 on the same day
The break between performances must not exceed 90 minutes to receive the reduced rate
Title 1 Schools may qualify for funding assistance Learn More
Curriculum Connection: Language Arts, Fine Arts
Photo Credit: Vanessa Bucceri from Unsplash
