Lilja Lions

Dear Families,

Thank you all for your support of our Board Game Bonanza! This was an even better event than anticipated, with successful, respectful, and FUN game play across classrooms!

• Everyone is invited to wear pajamas, fuzzy slippers, or cozy robes to school to create a comfortable and accepting atmosphere.

• At a designated time, the whole school will pause to “Drop Everything and Read” together, surrounded by cozy visuals like glowing fireplaces and twinkling stars.

• Classrooms and common areas become storybook settings where everyone reads in whichever manner allows them to best access a good story—showing that every person and every story matters.

• Through shared reading and fun activities, we celebrate that inclusivity means making sure everyone feels safe, welcome, and valued.

• Do your own “drop everything and read” time together as a family

• Talk about how being yourself and accepting others makes everyone feel happy and included.

• Read stories from different cultures and perspectives to learn about diverse experiences.

• Encourage your child to share their favorite stories and listen to others’ stories with kindness.

• Play reading games or do creative activities like acting out characters or imagining new story endings together.

• Celebrate the idea that everyone’s ideas and feelings are important and help build a caring community.

We hope Read Across Lilja inspires a love of reading and a deeper appreciation for inclusivity in our school community and at home. Thank you for supporting your child’s growth in kindness, understanding, and respect for all.

Best,