More of Raina

Here is a slideshow of Raina's presentation compiled from pictures taken on several iPods.

Smile - it's Raina Telgemeier!

We had a wonderful morning with Raina Telgemeier. First a super presentation that really held the students interest, then book signings, and finally, lunch with our contest winners and Raina. I will get more photos up soon, but wanted to get a couple of slideshows at least up tonight.  I have a lot of photos and video to edit as I handed out iPod touches to some students right before the presentation.

I also need to give a really big THANK YOU here to Mrs. King, Mrs. Maney, and Mrs. Weaver for their help with the luncheon today.

Author Visit

Raina Telgemeier will visit our 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders on Monday, October 24th.  Ms. Telgemeier is the author and illustrator of the graphic novel, "Smile."  She has also adapted four of Ann M. Martin's popular Babysitter's Club books into graphic novels and co-wrote, "X-Men: Misfits," with her husband, Dave Roman.  In addition, Ms. Telgemeier is also a cartoonist and many of her cartoons can be viewed on her website, goraina.com.  For the last couple of weeks, students have been learning about Ms. Telgemeier and have also had the opportunity to create their own web comics. 

While at Brookwood, Ms. Telgemeier will have a special lunch with 12 students who will be chosen through a contest - "Why I want to have lunch with an author."  Students may write an essay, draw a cartoon, create a video, poster, poem, etc. for their entry.  All entries must be turned in to the media center by the end of the day on Monday, October 17th.  Winners will be announced no later than Friday, October 21st.

Online Book Fair

You can never have too many books! Even though our school book fair has ended, you can still purchase books online until October 20th. All online sales benefit our school. You can even invite family and friends to shop by sending them an ecard from the book fair! Students (and teachers) can also create their own personal wish lists.

The best thing is that the books you buy will be shipped to the school for FREE after the book fair ends on October 20th. This is a great way to shop for presents - there is an amazing assortment of books online - you are sure to find something for everyone!!! Orders will be delivered to students at school, so be sure to contact Mrs. Wagner (cindy.wagner@dalton.k12.ga.us) if you prefer to pick up your purchases to keep them a secret!!!

Click HERE to go to our online book fair!