April 30, 2011 marks the nationwide Hispanic celebration Dia de los Ninos/Dia de los Libros (Children’s Day/Book Day).
Children’s Day is celebrated in many countries throughout the world at different times during the year. On the North American continent, Dia de los Ninos grew from the annual celebration started in 1925 in Mexico.
This year marks the 15th anniversary of the American Libraries Association’s annual commemoration, along with the National Association to Promote Library Information and Services to Latinos and the Spanish-speaking (REFORMA), which emphasizes advocating literacy for children of all linguistic and cultural backgrounds.
Designed for children pre-school age through fifth grade, many libraries will feature such activities as storytelling, crafts, games, music and dance, piñatas, prizes and snacks.
This week I will meet with several classes on Thursday, April 29th. The first graders will listen to Book Fiesta!: Celebrate Children's Day/Book Day = Celebremos El dia de los Ninos/El dia de los Libros written by Pat Mora and illustrated by Rafael Lopez. This book was the 2010 winner of the Pura Belpre Award. Mrs. Hildman's class will review decimal placement in the Dewey Decimal System. Mrs. Bruns's class will start work on their book mobiles.
Next week I will meet with K-Geelan and 2-Glawe on Tuesday, May 3rd and 3-Zuehl on Thursday, May 5th.
Mrs. T. Reiter, K-12 Teacher Librarian
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