Have you ever felt out of place? Like you don't fit in? Come hear Tony Weaver talk about his middle school experiences and how it impacted his decision to become a writer.
Instructional Technology Specialist, Newton County School System
With over twenty years of experience, Lori McGovern has been an English teacher and a library media specialist; she is now an instructional technology specialist for Newton County Schools. A passionate literacy advocate, Lori designs literacy-embedded resources and activities that... Read More →
Saturday February 1, 2025 10:00am - 2:00pm EST
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Join us for an engaging session focused on practical ways parents and teachers can support children’s literacy development. We’ll explore the importance of reading levels (Lexiles), how to match books to children’s interests, and the incredible benefits of reading aloud together. This session will include meaningful discussions, simple strategies, and valuable resources to strengthen the connection between home and school in fostering a love for reading.
Multiple literacies within cookbooks are explored in this session. Students will learn about the world of cooking right at their fingertips within digital libraries, and make a delicious treat to take home.
Instructions: Decorate pom-poms as worry characters, adding faces and gluing it to a craft stick. Students can write words of affirmation on the craft stick.
Integration: Connect the craft to the book, discuss emotional transformation, and encourage creative writing about the worry pom-poms.
Located throughout the hallways are themed stations of free books to take home! Don't miss appearances of your favorite characters for photo opportunities and special books!
What you can create? Bridges, buildings, scenes, anything you can imagine. Using legos and fiddlesticks bring your imagination alive! Take a picture of your creation and share !!!
We will have a Junie B. Jones themed table with a book giveaway and student ticket giveaway for our production of “Junie B. Jones is Not a Crook” in March.
A fun, hands-on banner-making activity! Parents, students, and community members will come together to design a vibrant banner that showcases the many reasons we love reading. Whether it’s exploring new worlds, learning something new, or just the joy of a good story—everyone’s voice matters. Let’s celebrate the power of reading and creativity as a community!
The Waterford.org table will feature information on opportunities for PreK families to increase core literacy skills. These services are provided through grant dollars so that there are no additional costs incurred.
Families will have the opportunity to hear Pete the Cat's Groovy Imagination and participate in the story by working together to build something from their own imaginations!
*Phonics on the Move* is an interactive session for students (K-2) where children engage their bodies to learn sounds and words. Instead of simply saying the sounds, they physically tap out each sound by using physical movements to represent different phonemes and syllables. This active approach helps children build stronger connections between the sounds they hear and the letters they see, reinforcing their phonics skills in a fun and kinesthetic way. As they move, they gain both physical and cognitive practice, making learning dynamic and memorable!
Are you smarter than a 5th grader?? Check your knowlege of facts on questions drawn from elementary school concepts. Patrons will compete for the top spots and win awesome prizes while munching on a small bag of popcorn. Question will include the following subjects: language arts, literature, social studies, science and math.
Come celebrate those loveable fantasy creatures called Unicorns! Listen to Betty the Unicorn tell tales about her friends. You may even get to adopt your own unicorn to take home!
Unlock the secrets of musical literacy in this interactive session! Join us as we explore the "Alphabet Trail." We will decode note names and conquer directional reading challenges while we navigate the Melody Maze. A musical adventure awaits!
Hair is a beautiful expression of one's individuality. It is an expression of one's identity, culture, and individuality. celebrating the diversity of hair is important in building a culture that promotes self- acceptance, self-empowerment and self-love. This session will begin with an uplifting reading/ video Hair Love, after which attendees will unleash their creativity in a friendly competition to style mannequin hair in unique, expressive styles.
Join us for an informative session about Georgia’s commitment to supporting early literacy and ensuring every child achieves reading success. We will explore key elements of Georgia's Early Literacy Act (HB 538), the Dyslexia Law (SB 48), and the newly updated Georgia English Language Arts (ELA) standards. This session will provide parents and teachers with a clear understanding of how these policies impact children’s education, and what resources are available to support literacy development.
Located throughout the hallways are themed stations of free books to take home! Don't miss appearances of your favorite characters for photo opportunities and special books!
This Giving Tree activity will be used with Shel Silverstein’s classic storybook. We will discuss caring for the environment and each other, emphasizing the importance of giving. Small activity take homes will be created that will focus on: · The Importance of kindness towards others · Valuing love over material things · Random acts of kindness
Join us for a deep dive into all things anime with the NHS Anime Club! Learn more about the pop culture of Japan and Korea. Share your love of manga, anime, and games! Meet others who share your interests and maybe even break out some dance moves with the hottest k-pop routines. Get the inside scoop on the upcoming Geki-Con! Newton own Anime Convention, coming to NHS on Saturday, March 22nd!
Turn words into art by creating something new by upcycling old book pages. In this make and take session, participants will be able to follow simple step-by-step tutorials to create art from books that have been well-loved.
Students will be planting their very own plant while following specific "sequence of events." While planting their own plants, the students will learn about plant care and the important parts of a plant.
In this creative and hands-on session, kids will learn the basics of stitching by creating their own fabric rendition of their favorite book cover! Guided by a friendly instructor, participants will explore different types of stitches and how to transfer their chosen book cover design onto fabric. Whether it’s the magical world of Harry Potter or the adventurous landscapes of The Hobbit, each child will bring their favorite story to life through colorful threads and fabric.
School got you stressed? Come learn about the super stress free way to journal your worries away. Make your own journal to take home and learn helpful tips and tricks to get your thoughts down on paper and out of your mind!
Do you have trouble finding things with your name on them at the store, or have you ever been made fun of because your name is different or unique? Those are exactly the problems that Anjali has in Always Anjali by Sheetal Sheth. After reading Anjali's story, we'll have a quick chat about identity, the importance of names, and ways that we can celebrate our differences and the things that make us US. Then, we'll make our own personalized keychains like the nameplate that Anjali gets to remind us of how special our names are and how special we are.
Channel your inner creative monster while "secretly" following technical directions! As students create an origami corner bookmark, parents will learn how engaging "art" activities can foster the development of reading skills. High-interest read alouds pair with the activity, students leave with a personalized origami bookmark, and parents leave with new insight on incorporating reading strategies at home.
Cicely Lewis is a school librarian with a passion for creating lovers of reading. She'll share her inspiration to become an author and why Her Hair Magic series celebrates believing in yourself.
Join us for an engaging session focused on practical ways parents and teachers can support children’s literacy development. We’ll explore the importance of reading levels (Lexiles), how to match books to children’s interests, and the incredible benefits of reading aloud together. This session will include meaningful discussions, simple strategies, and valuable resources to strengthen the connection between home and school in fostering a love for reading.
Located throughout the hallways are themed stations of free books to take home! Don't miss appearances of your favorite characters for photo opportunities and special books!
Do you have trouble finding things with your name on them at the store, or have you ever been made fun of because your name is different or unique? Those are exactly the problems that Anjali has in Always Anjali by Sheetal Sheth. After reading Anjali's story, we'll have a quick chat about identity, the importance of names, and ways that we can celebrate our differences and the things that make us US. Then, we'll make our own personalized keychains like the nameplate that Anjali gets to remind us of how special our names are and how special we are.
McCall Hoyle loves reading and dogs, so of course she became an author of books where dogs play a main role! Come hear her speak about how life influences her writing.
Multiple literacies within cookbooks are explored in this session. Students will learn about the world of cooking right at their fingertips within digital libraries, and make a delicious treat to take home.
Hair is a beautiful expression of one's individuality. It is an expression of one's identity, culture, and individuality. celebrating the diversity of hair is important in building a culture that promotes self- acceptance, self-empowerment and self-love. This session will begin with an uplifting reading/ video Hair Love, after which attendees will unleash their creativity in a friendly competition to style mannequin hair in unique, expressive styles.
Channel your inner creative monster while "secretly" following technical directions! As students create an origami corner bookmark, parents will learn how engaging "art" activities can foster the development of reading skills. High-interest read alouds pair with the activity, students leave with a personalized origami bookmark, and parents leave with new insight on incorporating reading strategies at home.
Instructions: Decorate pom-poms as worry characters, adding faces and gluing it to a craft stick. Students can write words of affirmation on the craft stick.
Integration: Connect the craft to the book, discuss emotional transformation, and encourage creative writing about the worry pom-poms.
Have you ever felt out of place? Like you don't fit in? Come hear Tony Weaver talk about his middle school experiences and how it impacted his decision to become a writer.
Join us for an informative session about Georgia’s commitment to supporting early literacy and ensuring every child achieves reading success. We will explore key elements of Georgia's Early Literacy Act (HB 538), the Dyslexia Law (SB 48), and the newly updated Georgia English Language Arts (ELA) standards. This session will provide parents and teachers with a clear understanding of how these policies impact children’s education, and what resources are available to support literacy development.
Located throughout the hallways are themed stations of free books to take home! Don't miss appearances of your favorite characters for photo opportunities and special books!
