Blacksmith's Song
Presented by Log Cabin Village
Grades: K-5
Cost: FREE
Date: March 2
Times: 10:00 a.m. or 11:00 a.m. CST
Join Log Cabin Village as we read Blacksmith's Song, by Elizabeth Van Steenwyk. This suspenseful and hopeful story follows an enslaved blacksmith and his family as they use creativity and courage to help others travel the Underground Railroad. The story will be followed by a demonstration of blacksmithing by a costumed Village interpreter.
Dear Dinosaur
Presented by Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum
Grades: PreK-3
Cost: FREE
Dates: March 2, 3, 4, or 5
Times: 8:00 a.m., 9:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., or 3:00 p.m. CST
Let's jump back in time and talk with the dinosaurs. Dear Dinosaur, by Chae Strathie is a very fun and inspiring book to read with students. Students will have the opportunity to view Dino artifacts as well as have the opportunity to listen to our book then write to our very own Ace the Allosaurus here at Panhandle-Plains Historical Museum.
Fishing with Grandma
Presented by Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
Grades: K-3
Cost: FREE
Dates: March 3, 4, or 5
Time: 8:00 a.m. CST
Celebrate Read Across America Day with Sea Center Texas! We will read the story Fishing with Grandma written by Susan Avingaq and Maren Vsetula. "Adventure begins when Grandma takes her two grandchildren out for a trip to the lake. After showing the kids how to prepare for a fishing trip, Grandma and the kids enjoy a day of jigging in the ice for fish." After the book is over, we will play a fishing game.
Fun with Fractured Fairytales
Presented by Bullock Texas State History Museum
Grades: K-5
Cost: FREE
Dates: March 2, 4, or 5
Bubba is bossed around the family ranch by his wicked step-daddy and his nasty stepbrothers. Bubba never complains, though. He is a real cowboy. What makes a story a fairytale? What are the characteristics of that genre? A Museum Educator will lead students in a discussion about the literary elements of a fairy tale. The book, Bubba the Cowboy Prince, by Helen Ketteman, will be read aloud with an opportunity for discussion afterward. During the discussion, students will evaluate the fairy tale genre and find out why this story is a fractured fairy tale.
How the Crayons Saved the Rainbow
Presented by Don Harrington Discovery Center
Grades: PreK-3
Cost: FREE
Dates: March 2 or 3
In celebration of Reading Across America Texas Style, we'll be reading How the Crayons Saved the Rainbow, by Monica Sweeney -- a story about bringing rainbows back to a black-and-white world! We'll talk about the science of color and rainbows, and then, in true DHDC fashion, we'll make our own rainbow art using science!
Reading Ranger
Presented by Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
Grades: K-3
Cost: FREE
Date: March 2
Times: 10:00 a.m. or 2:00 p.m. CST
Celebrate Read Across America Day with Ranger Elizabeth from Eisenhower State Park. Let's dive into the world of books and stories to learn more about our natural world! We will be reading Anybody Home?, written by Marianne Berkes: "Polly Possum is looking for a new home to raise her expected babies. Along the way, she meets a wide variety of diurnal and nocturnal animals. She learns how everyone builds their home differently. However, which home is right for her?"
RECORDING - Can't join us live on March 2nd? No problem! You will receive a link to access the recording 1-3 business days after the live program. NOTE: The posted date/time of a recording is for registration purposes only.
Shark Baby
Presented by Texas Parks and Wildlife Department
Grades: K-3
Cost: FREE
Date: March 2
Many different animals live in the ocean, including many different kinds of sharks. Join Sea Center Texas for a reading of Shark Baby, by Ann Downer. Then, dive deeper with us to learn more about what sharks have in common with other marine animals and what makes various shark species unique.
The Goat in the Rug
Presented by Log Cabin Village
Grades: K-5
Cost: FREE
Date: March 2
Times: 1:00 p.m. or 2:00 p.m. CST
Join Log Cabin Village as a historical interpreter reads The Goat in the Rug, by Charles L. Blood. This beautifully illustrated tale shows the reader how a Navajo weaver named Glenmae uses her goat Geraldine to weave a traditional rug. The story will be followed by a spinning and weaving demonstration by a costumed Village interpreter.
The Rainbow Fish
Presented by Amon Carter Museum of American Art
Grades: Prek-2
Cost: FREE
Date: March 2
Times: 10:00 a.m. or 11:00 a.m. CST (Spanish)
1:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., or 3:00 p.m. (English)
Join us for this classic tale of sharing and making friends. The Rainbow Fish, by Marcus Pfister focuses on our young readers and teaching them that it's not always easy making friends, but it is worth the effort. We will pair this beautiful book with a brilliant work of art from our Carter Collection. This reading will be available for our Spanish bilingual scholars at special times.
Twinkle Twinkle Little Star, I Know Exactly What You Are
Presented by McDonald Observatory
Grades: 2-6
Cost: FREE
Date: March 2
Times: 1:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., or 3:00 p.m. CST
I know exactly what you are!
Join McDonald Observatory as we read Twinkle Twinkle Little Star, I Know Exactly What You Are, by astrophysicist Julia Kregenow, Ph.D. As we sing through this classic song, you'll learn why stars twinkle, what kinds of stars there are, and so much more! Following the reading, we'll try a few little experiments to help us understand these scientific concepts and vocabulary.
Uncle Andy's Cats
Presented by Old Jail Art Center
Grades: 1-5
Cost: FREE
Date: March 2
Times: 10:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., or 2:00 p.m. CST
Meet Sam, one of the most famous felines in modern art! Following an introduction to Sam the Cat in the museum galleries, students will enjoy a reading of Uncle Andy's Cats. In this wonderfully illustrated story, author James Warhola shares his childhood memories of trips to New York City to visit his uncle, artist Andy Warhol. It tells the warm and funny tale of a house filled to the brim with dozens of cats all named Sam! Following the reading, students may enjoy a brief, coordinating activity focused on Color Theory and Feline Pop Art.
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