Tuesday, September 24, 2019

The Benefits of Author Visits

Vermont author, Ann Braden, came to visit and work with Charlotte 5th and 6th graders yesterday. She highlighted her process of writing and collecting ideas for her stories. She helped the students analyze the strengths and obstacles the main character, Zoey, experienced. She then gave each student an individual octopus temporary tattoo to remind them to always look for their own internal strengths and the strengths of others.

From her website: Ann's debut middle grade novel The Benefits of Being an Octopus was listed as one of NPR’s Best Books of 2018, received a starred review from School Library Journal, and was described by Newbery award-winner Karen Hesse as “a compassionate look at poverty, hard choices, and defending one’s right to be treated humanely.”

We thank Ann for visiting the Charlotte Central School and for inspiring students in many ways.


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