In this art workshop for elementary students, illustrator and Silver Birch Express nominee Azby Whitecalf (Sarah Ponakey, Storycatcher and Maskwa’s Tipi Tales) provides step-by-step instructions for the creation of an incredible work of art. Bring a piece of paper, pencil, eraser and pen (for outlining). Grades 4 – 6.
What does it REALLY mean to be an activist? Author Charlene Rocha (You Can Be an Activist) explores common misconceptions and examines global and local activism using the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Explore how individual strengths can make a collective impact in this timely event for teens. Bring a pencil and the My Activism Blueprint […]
During a time of mass misinformation, thinking critically about what we read online is more important than ever. In this middle school event, author Joyce Grant (Can You Believe It?) explores how to differentiate between fact and fiction when navigating the web through the interactive game “Pass or Post!”. Grades 6-8.
In this annual storytelling event, Guyanese Deaf artist and actress Gaitrie Persaud-Killings presents the incredible children’s book Patty Dreams by Jamaican Canadian authors Nadia L. Hohn and Sahle Robinson in American Sign Language (ASL). Suitable for children of all ages, this ASL storytelling event provides viewers with an opportunity to learn a few signs as they discover the art […]
Join author Briana Corr Scott (I Lost a Day) as she leads kids through an exercise to find their happy place. This event offers attendees the tools they need to explore emotional regulation through creative expression. Participants are encouraged to use the handout or a blank paper, pencil and colour pencils/crayons. Grades 5-8. Finding Your Happy Place […]
Join authors Corey Liu (He’s So Possessed with Me) and Ryan La Sala (The Dead of Summer) as they discuss their new novels, exploring queerness in the horror genre and the terrifying experience of getting published. This event will be moderated by Ameema Saeed. Enjoy this Halloween themed bonus event for Grades 9 – 12.
Author Mikaela Lucido leads kids through art and writing activities while exploring the world of her novel, Danica dela Torre, Dream Detective. Inspired by her Filipino culture, Lucido’s workshop encourages attendees to incorporate their own cultures into their creature creations. Paper, pencil and pencil crayons are recommended for this Halloween-themed bonus event.
