Enjoy an inspiring day of thought-provoking panels for any book lover passionate about the power of inclusive, global storytelling!
Step into our colorful space to hear from children’s literature and mental health experts, and 10 amazing Barefoot Books authors as they offer insight into the different ways diverse and inclusive kids’ books affect children’s lives. These panels are perfect for educators, caregivers and all those who value the power of creative, inclusive storytelling for children. Event for ages 12+.
Take a peek below at the full schedule. Drop in for one panel, or come for the whole day. We’d love to have you either way!
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Among today’s youth, a majority of mental health disorders begin in childhood, with 50% beginning before age 14. Learn how parents, educators and community members can effectively respond, centering on the importance of social-emotional learning (SEL) in children's health, and the vital role of stories & storytelling in fostering resiliency. Panelists include:
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Enjoy a delightful hour with Barefoot Books Senior Editor Kate DePalma and Barefoot’s newest author, Bunmi Emenanjo, as they dive into the making of our brand new release I'll See You in Ijebu, and discuss the importance of global, authentic voices in children's literature. I’ll See You in Ijebu follows a Catholic girl growing up in Lagos, Nigeria who takes a trip to visit her Muslim relatives in the countryside town of Ijebu to celebrate Eid al-Adha. The Guardian says, “Her richly evoked experience, from sweltering cars and puff-puff hawkers to making pepper soup, will resonate with anyone whose family involves more than one heritage or tradition.” |
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Get an inside view from these beloved Barefoot Books authors on the stories behind the book writing process, the landscape today, and ask your questions! Attending authors:
Stick around after to shop from our shelves and get your books signed by the authors! |
Among today’s youth, a majority of mental health disorders begin in childhood, with 50% beginning before age 14. Learn how parents, educators and community members can effectively respond, centering on the importance of social-emotional learning (SEL) in children's health, and the vital role of stories & storytelling in fostering resiliency. Panelists include:
- Gene Beresin (Full professor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School, Exec. Director of the Clay Center for Young Healthy Minds at Mass. General Hospital)
- Kim Walker (SEL Educator & Advisory Board Member, ThinkGive)
- Lisa Rosinsky (Senior Editor, Barefoot Books)
Enjoy a delightful hour with Barefoot Books Senior Editor Kate DePalma and Barefoot’s newest author, Bunmi Emenanjo, as they dive into the making of our brand new release I'll See You in Ijebu, and discuss the importance of global, authentic voices in children's literature.
I’ll See You in Ijebu follows a Catholic girl growing up in Lagos, Nigeria who takes a trip to visit her Muslim relatives in the countryside town of Ijebu to celebrate Eid al-Adha. The Guardian says, “Her richly evoked experience, from sweltering cars and puff-puff hawkers to making pepper soup, will resonate with anyone whose family involves more than one heritage or tradition.”
Get an inside view from these beloved Barefoot Books authors on the stories behind the book writing process, the landscape today, and ask your questions! Attending authors:
- Bunmi Emenanjo (I'll See You in Ijebu)
- Mia Wenjen (Food for the Future)
- Anna Staniszewski (My Cousin’s Mermaid)
- Phaea Crede (Jet the Cat (Is Not a Cat))
- Jamaica Stevens (Yoga Adventure)
- Carolyn Curtis (I Took the Moon for a Walk)
- Laya Steinberg (Thesaurus Rex)
- Christy Mihaly (Barefoot Books Water)
- Skye Silver (Dump Truck Disco, Baby Play)
- Kate DePalma / Sunny Scribbens (Harvest Days, The Bread Pet and many more!)
Stick around after to shop from our shelves and get your books signed by the authors!
