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Books & Storytelling Virtual

Superheroes, Spirits & Wildfire: A Conversation about Middle-Grade Fiction

October 25, 2020 - October 25, 2020 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Location

Virtual

Chicago, IL

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Description

Kids ages 8 and older and their grown ups can listen to Chicago-based authors Lindsay Currie (Scritch Scratch), Keir Graff (The Tiny Mansion) and Kate Hannigan (Mask) as they talk about writing, contemporary kid-lit and their new books. This fast-paced conversation will introduce kids, parents, and educators to new books and give everyone advice from the experts on the art and craft of making stories.

Event Cost: Free, preregistration required

Event Times: 2 p.m.

Additional Information

Website: https://www.crowdcast.io/e/superheros-spirits-and/register

Age recommendation: Late Elementary (4-5), Tweens

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