Children's Alley (and beyond!)
Welcome to a magical world of reading and learning. This year, the Children’s Alley of the Miami Book Fair International proves that anything is possible when children read - from hanging out with Judy Moody and Stink to skipping down the yellow brick road to visit The Wizard of Oz. Kids of all ages will sing, dance, read and create during a weekend of fun that will highlight children’s books and the importance of reading at seven theme areas.
It’s a weekend of fun that never has to end for children - as long as they keep reading.
Event Highlights
Friday, Nov. 18 - Sunday, Nov. 20
Stories come to life on the Once Upon a Time… Stage, presented by The Children’s Trust. Out of the big tent, Once Upon a Time …. enjoys its own big outdoor Stage. Don’t miss Bits ‘N Pieces GIANT Puppet Theatre’s The Musical Tale ofPeter Rabbit. Roar like a rock star with Thaddeus Rex and his seven foot dinosaur named Rock! Black Violin will blow you away with their innovative fusion of modern hip-hop and classical violins. Look out for author presentations!
Friday, Nov. 18 - Sunday, Nov. 20
There are so many ways to define humankind—by country, continent, skin color, and culture. Sure, we’re different, but aren’t we also one big family, too? In the One World, Many Stories venue, books that celebrate our commonalities as they acknowledge our differences take center stage. Mem Fox, in Whoever You Are (a Reading Rainbow Book), writes about what we have in common and what makes us different. Learn how to say hello in ten languages! Karen Katz, in The Colors of Us, reveals the many shades and tones of our skin that defy simple categories. Todd Parr, in Reading Makes You Feel Good, finds the universal goodness in our common connection to literacy and the world. Come and emulate Parr’s bright colors and uplifting message.
Friday, Nov. 18 - Sunday, Nov. 20
Judy Moody—the third grader with moxie—the smarmy brother Stink, and award winning author Megan McDonald’s entire cast of characters make their madly moody way to the Fair! Learn about the planets in the solar system with Stink as you build a solar system mobile. “Dr. Judy is in” as bone bingo teaches the terms that go with the human skeleton. Go around the world with Judy and learn about different countries as you construct flags and puppets from many nations. Meet Stink and his amazing hamster. Create your own pet puppets. Need a hammer? How about a stethoscope? Try on a career for size! Judy wonders what she would like to be when she grows up. Create career hats and instruments used for certain work. Make your own treasure map and sail with Judy and Stink on the high seas.
Friday, Nov. 18 - Sunday, Nov. 20
Turn literature into play with activities inspired by Kai-Lan! Babies, toddlers, and preschoolers are welcomed to experience the simple joys and important lessons taught to us by our English-and-Mandarin-Chinese speaking friend. Kai-Lan is thoughtful and caring, with a gift for helping her friends when they really need her. Come join the adventurous preschooler, her grandfather Ye-Ye, and all her forest pals as everyone participates in fun activities, such as listening to authentic Chinese pipa music. Play along with your own tambourine and learn Mandarin words, too! Let’s plant a lucky bamboo, play bingo, and say “Hi” to Mr. Sun. “Ni Hau” Mr. Sun! “Ni Hau” to all our friends!
Friday, Nov. 18 - Sunday, Nov. 20
Kids! Hold on to your Munchkin Hats as we travel together through the Land of Oz! We begin our journey making Toto puppets in Kansas before moving on to Munchkinland, where we will meet Glinda the Good Witch and create our own wands. Our journey continues to the Crossroads where, with the help of Dorothy’s friends, we construct Scarecrow Hats, Tin Man Hearts, and look for the Cowardly Lion’s Courage. Finally, we arrive in Emerald City, where the ruby slippers will bring us back. There’s no place like home!
Sunday, Nov. 20
Come get snowed in with Diary of a Wimpy Kid author Jeff Kinney, as the Fair celebrates the sixth book in the series, Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Cabin Fever, with a street full of snow and fun activities. (Frozen cheese touch, you say?) In Cabin Fever, a surprise blizzard has trapped the whole Heffley family indoors. Come experience Cabin Fever, Miami Book Fair-style! You¹ll brave the snow, just like in the book!
Friday, Nov. 18 - Sunday, Nov. 20
GERMS! YIKES! On Our Teeth? YUCK! Brush Them Away! Dental hygienists and their puppets will get kids to brush right with the help of free toothbrushes, toothpaste, crayons and coloring books (while supplies last). Interested in health and wellness? You have come to the right place! Other fun activities will cover good nutrition and how to get rid of germs with just a little soap and water. Grow healthy! Grow strong!
Friday, Nov. 18 - Sunday, Nov. 20
People, animals, trees and water - they’re all connected, and they all play a significant role in our environment. Learn how at The Green Planet. Make usable paper from recycled goods; use a scale to understand energy use and your impact on the planet; learn about waste decomposition in our oceans; have a close encounter with Florida wildlife; and enjoy interactive readings and storytelling, all related to our green planet and our important connection to nature. It’s our planet; let’s learn how to keep it healthy!
Friday, Nov. 18 - Sunday, Nov. 20
From the …Happily Ever After Stage, sponsored by Bank of America, children will take off on world tours alongside storytellers performing tales from Africa, the Americas, and Europe. See firsthand the ways regional culture informs the content and the craft of storytelling. American Sign Language (ASL) storytelling debuts at the Book Fair.
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