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Characters on Parade
Meet Wild Thing, Skippyjon Jones, The Very Hungry Caterpillar and Curious George - four favorite characters from picture books - and ask them questions about their lives.
When: Saturday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Education Building - Room 353
Genre: Children/Youth
Earth Science with KOLD's Erin Jordan and Aaron Pickering presented by KOLD Channel 13
KOLD News13 Meteorologists will explore 5 fascinating earth science experiments with kids.
When: Saturday 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: Ventana Science Zone
Genre: Children/Youth
Pima County Public Library Children's Craft
When: Saturday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Nuestras Raíces Craft Area
Genre: Children/Youth
Guys Read: Inspiring Boys as Readers
Jon Scieszka, author of "The True Story of the Three Little Pigs" and the first National Ambassador for Young People's Literature, explores how boys and girls are literate in different ways, what we can do to inspire more boys to read and why this is good for all readers.
When: Saturday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Education Building - Kiva Auditorium
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Jon Scieszka
Teen Poetry
When: Saturday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Bear Down Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
TFOB Writing Awards Ceremony
Winners of the 2010 Tucson Festival of Books Writing contest will be honored.
When: Saturday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Story Telling Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Read to Your Dog presented by Pima County Public Library
Trained therapy dogs will be on hand to listen to your child read.
When: Saturday 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Where: Children's Tent - Red
Genre: Children/Youth
Kidz Cuisine presented by Cuisine Classique
Learn how to cook your favorite Tucson meals and create your own recipe.
When: Saturday 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Where: Children's Tent - Yellow
Genre: Children/Youth
Braille at Your Fingertips presented by Arizona Schools for the Deaf and the Blind
Learn how to read Braille!
When: Saturday 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Where: Children's Tent - Blue
Genre: Children/Youth
Bottlecap Art sponsored by Pima County Public Library
When: Saturday 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Where: Teen Activity Area
Genre: Children/Youth
Giant Chess and Checkers presented by 9 Queens and Pima County Public Library
When: Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Where: Teen Activity Area
Genre: Children/Youth
Audio Interviews sponsored by Pima County Public Library and University of Arizona
When: Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Where: Teen Activity Area
Genre: Children/Youth
Reading with Stamps presented by the Postal History Foundation
Make bookmarks, do an alphabet worksheet, and learn about all the fun that can be had with stamps and reading.
When: Saturday 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Where: Children's Tent - Blue
Genre: Children/Youth
Magic with Ronald McDonald
Check out Ronald McDonald and his bag of tricks!
When: Saturday 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Where: McDonald's Children's Entertainment Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Lindley Lopez Literary Circus
When: Saturday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Circus Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Axl Gonzalez
When: Saturday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: TMC Main Entertainment Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
See Your DNA!
DNA is what makes you YOU! Learn about heredity and the structure of the "molecule of life" while extracting DNA from your own cheek cells. You'll make-and-take a necklace with your own DNA. Presented by BIO5 Institute and the BIOTECH Project.
When: Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Where: Ventana Science Zone
Genre: Children/Youth
DNA Forensics: The Case of the Teenage Romance Riddle
Was our leading man at the movies with another girl or was he just out with his cousin, as he claims? Use DNA gel electrophoresis, as well as chromatography, fingerprints and hair analysis, to solve this mystery. Presented by BIO5 Institute and the Jr. BIOTECH Project.
When: Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Where: Ventana Science Zone
Genre: Children/Youth
Brain Works
Kick off Brain Awareness Week (March 15-21) and put your brain to the test. Explore the power of the human brain, and participate in experiments that illustrate how your brain sometimes plays tricks on you. See your brain learn, watch it listen, and test its powers. Check out the brain zoo - bug brains to whale and human brains. Feel like chomping on a "brain?' You can, if you can identify its parts correctly! Presented by the UA School of Mind, Brain and Behavior.
When: Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Where: Ventana Science Zone
Genre: Children/Youth
Get WET!
Go on an "incredible journey" and make a bracelet that tells the story of your life as a water molecule. Explore the movement of water above and below the Earth’s surface and learn how you can help protect Arizona’s watersheds. Presented by Arizona Project WET.
When: Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Where: Ventana Science Zone
Genre: Children/Youth
Arizona Research Labs: Biotech
Everyone’s DNA tells a story! Learn how the DNA Shoah Project combines genetics with history and social science to reunite families torn apart by the Holocaust. Watch an actual, live scientist extract DNA from real fruits and vegetables. Get hands on and make some Candy DNA!
When: Saturday 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Where: Ventana Science Zone
Genre: Children/Youth
Insect Discovery
Learn about biodiversity and adaptations as you explore the fascinating world of insects! Get up close and personal with live insects and dig into the world of decomposers. Presented by Insect Discovery.
When: Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Where: Ventana Science Zone
Genre: Children/Youth
Ick! Ouch!
Is it candy or is it medicine? Do you know what to do when snakes, scorpions, and spiders attack? The Arizona Poison and drug Information Center has helped Arizonans with all kinds 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, for 50 years. Explore “look alike” demonstrations and get up close and personal with a LIVE venomous creature! Presented by the Arizona Poison and Drug Information Center.
When: Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Where: Ventana Science Zone
Genre: Children/Youth
UA Science
From the inner workings of our brains to the outer reaches of our galaxies, the UA College of Science conducts programs spanning the biological, mathematical and physical sciences. New discoveries are shared with the community at several local venues, including Biosphere 2, Flandrau Science Center and the Mount Lemmon Sky Center. Presented by UA College of Science.
When: Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Where: Ventana Science Zone
Genre: Children/Youth
Chemistry Magic
Kick off this exciting weekend of science fun with a live show designed to make science exciting for people of all ages. With a wide array of explosions, fire, fun with liquid nitrogen, and creative hands-on activities, these talented UA undergraduates share their passion for science in a safe and entertaining environment. Presented by the Biochemistry2 Club
When: Saturday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Ventana Science Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Picture Yourself in Science
Ever wonder what it would be like to be a scientist? Try on a lab coat and safety glasses and have your picture taken in the "BIO5 Traveling Laboratory" for $5 per photo. Presented by Steve Lambesis Photography.
When: Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Where: Ventana Science Zone
Genre: Children/Youth
Alma Flor Ada and F. Isabel Campoy
When: Saturday 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Where: Story Blanket
Genre: Children/Youth
Mac Barnett
When: Saturday 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Teen Authors Lounge
Genre: Children/Youth
Marge Pellegrino
When: Saturday 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: Teen Authors Lounge
Genre: Children/Youth
African Drumming
When: Saturday 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: TMC Main Entertainment Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Sonoran Sounds Barbershop Quartet
When: Saturday 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: Bear Down Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
HELLO, SHAKESPEARE! performed by Waypoint Theatre Company's Youth Ensemble
Come see a comic introduction to the Bard and his plays for young audiences.
When: Saturday 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: McDonald's Children's Entertainment Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Joy Harjo
When: Saturday 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: Story Blanket
Genre: Children/Youth
Deception 101
When: Saturday 11:15 AM - 11:45 AM
Where: Circus Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
"Crafty Chica" book reading and Q & A session
When: Saturday 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Where: Nuestras Raíces Performance Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Kathy Cano-Murillo
Crossing Bok Chitto: A Choctaw Tale of Friendship and Freedom
The Mississippi Choctaws tell many long-remembered tales of aiding runaway slaves. This story depicts the friendship of a young Choctaw girl and a boy whose family lives in bondage, on the eve of the sale of his mother to faraway owners. This oral story is also available as an award-winning picture book.
When: Saturday 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Where: Story Telling Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Tim Tingle
Voices of Vail - Student Writers from the Vail School District
Students of all ages from the Vail School District display their creative writing talents while reading their stories.
When: Saturday 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Where: Modern Languages Room 350
Genre: Children/Youth
Revolution is Not a Dinner Party
Drawing from her childhood experiences, Ying Chang Compestine brings hope and humor to this painful, yet compelling story about a girl fighting to survive during the Cultural Revolution in China, one of the most profound periods in history. She will also talk briefly about her most recent children's books on Chinese ghost stories and recipes.
When: Saturday 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Where: Education Building - Kiva Auditorium
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Ying Chang Compestine
A Genre Mash-Up Writing Workshop (Ages 9-12)
In this writing workshop for ages 9-12, we'll figure out how genres work and then start combining them to create new kinds of stories.
When: Saturday 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Where: Education Building - Room 351
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Mac Barnett
Letters Take Shape: Transforming Ideas Into Picture Books
Suse talks about her inspiration for her book "Alphabet Animals" in which each animal takes the shape of a letter in the alphabet, and the steps involved in creating it. For a finale, the audience participates in the drawing process by guiding Suse as she turns letter shapes into other images.
When: Saturday 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Where: Education Building - Room 353
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Suse MacDonald
Bring Stories and Characters to Life Through Illustration: A Drawing Workshop (Ages 10 and up)
Explore ways of drawing characters to show who they are so that readers identify and care about those characters in the story.
When: Saturday 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Where: Education Building - Room 349
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Guy Porfirio
Games + Books = An Engaged Reader
Learn how to create and use board and card games based on children's books in order to support children's academic and social learning. A nationally recognized expert on these types of games will share examples of games and instructional strategies in this hands-on workshop.
When: Saturday 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Where: Education Building - Room 308
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors David Niecikowski
Sharing Cultures/Sharing Stories: Family Writing Projects
Voice reflects power and identity. This workshop for teachers and parents will focus on strategies for writing stories about our lives to share our cultural identities with children, as well as to invite them to share their own stories.
When: Saturday 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Where: Education Building - Room 333
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Alma Flor Ada
F. Isabel Campoy
Nucleation Station
Join UA chemists as they mix up a big scientific explosion of fun! Learn about the principles of nucleation using common ingredients from the grocery store.
When: Saturday 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: Ventana Science Zone
Genre: Children/Youth
Retro Rockets
When: Saturday 11:45 AM - 12:30 PM
Where: Circus Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Robin Brande
When: Saturday 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Where: Teen Authors Lounge
Genre: Children/Youth
Determined Luddites
When: Saturday 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Where: TMC Main Entertainment Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Ocotillo Poetry Slam
When: Saturday 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Where: Bear Down Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Korean Fan Dance, Jang-go Drumming, and Samulnori performed by Tucson-Sierra Vista Samulnori
Korean dancers will perform a beautiful dance using fans, which are used to represent the beauty and grace of women.
When: Saturday 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Where: McDonald's Children's Entertainment Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Lively Lizards and Superb Snakes
Meet incredible reptiles that share our Sonora Desert home. Experts display fascinating live specimens and talk about what it's like to study and observe these creatures in their natural environment. Buy copies of "Lizards of the American Southwest: A Photographic Field Guide" signed by editor Lawrence Jones.
When: Saturday 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Where: Ventana Science Zone
Genre: Children/Youth
Mark Teague
When: Saturday 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Where: Story Blanket
Genre: Children/Youth
"Crafty Chica" Workshop
When: Saturday 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Where: Nuestras Raíces Craft Area
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Kathy Cano-Murillo
Stories from the African American and African Traditions
Gloria Myers brings fun and audience participation to folktales and historic stories. Did you know that long ago people were said to have magical powers? Enjoy fantastic stories from Virginia Hamilton's two books: "The People Could Fly" and "Many Thousands Gone."
When: Saturday 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Where: Story Telling Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Gloria Myers
Ying Chang Compestine
When: Saturday 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Where: Teen Authors Lounge
Genre: Children/Youth
Mexican Folk Tales
Stella Pope Duarte presents a family friendly presentation of Mexican folk tales.
When: Saturday 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Where: Nuestras Raíces Performance Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Stella Pope Duarte
Mrs. LaRue vs. The Doom Machine
Award-winning author/illustrator Mark Teague will talk about his process of illustrating and writing of picture books, including "Dear Mrs. LaRue" and the "How Do Dinosaurs Say" series, as well as the writing of his first middle-grade chapter book, "The Doom Machine."
When: Saturday 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Where: Education Building - Kiva Auditorium
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Mark Teague
Seven Things to Do with a Poem: A Poetry Workshop
The more we interact with poems, the more we get to know poetry and are inspired to read and write our own poems. Discover the potential of poems in this interactive workshop for children, educators and poetry lovers of all ages.
When: Saturday 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Where: Education Building - Room 351
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Juanita Havill
Girls, Cats and Celebrations of Life Journeys
Joy Harjo, a member of the Mvskoke Creek Nation, is most well known for her award-winning adult poetry, music and film. She has also written two children's books; the most recent is "For a Girl Becoming," a poetic picture book about the joys and lessons of a girl's life journey and the celebration of family and community in support of that journey.
When: Saturday 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Where: Education Building - Room 353
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Joy Harjo
What's a Hijab: Bridging the Cultural Gaps Between Writer and Illustrator
The author and illustrator of "The Best Eid Ever" and "A Party at Ramadan" will talk about their collaborative process of working across their cultural differences. They will share their perspectives on maintaining cultural authenticity, why Google and photographs were their best friends, and the difficulties and rewards of having a non-Muslim artist illustrate the stories.
When: Saturday 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Where: Education Building - Room 349
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Laura Jacobsen
Asma Mobin-Uddin
Staying in High School Forever: How to Write the Young Adult Novel
In this workshop for ages 13 and up, award-winning teen author Janette Rallison will share the "rules" of the young adult genre and explore the basics of plotting, characterization and point of view, as well mistakes to avoid.
When: Saturday 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Where: Education Building - Room 333
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Janette Rallison
Celebrating Reading: Inspiring Your Kids to Read
The author of "Book Whisperer" will offer practical ideas for how parents and educators can inspire and motivate children to read. She will discuss the habits of lifelong readers and how to encourage children to develop these behaviors at home and at school.
When: Saturday 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Where: Education Building - Room 308
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Donalyn Miller
Stories That Soar
Stories that are written by local elementary school children are performed live by adult actors.
When: Saturday 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Where: McDonald's Children's Entertainment Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Altered Books - Flag Book Project with Alissa Johnson
When: Saturday 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Where: Teen Activity Area
Genre: Children/Youth
Rodney and Kimberlee Housley Comedy Magic Show
When: Saturday 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Where: TMC Main Entertainment Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Don Nottingham A Cappella Group
When: Saturday 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Where: Bear Down Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Lindley Lopez Literary Circus
When: Saturday 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Where: Circus Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Nucleation Station
Join UA chemists as they mix up a big scientific explosion of fun! Learn about the principles of nucleation using common ingredients from the grocery store. With thanks to Safeway and Fry's.
When: Saturday 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Where: Ventana Science Zone
Genre: Children/Youth
Chris Gall
When: Saturday 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Where: Story Blanket
Genre: Children/Youth
Tales of Magic and Wonder from the Jewish Tradition
Jordan Hill draws on Jewish oral tradition to bring to life tales that simply burst with energy, enchantment and adventure. He incites the imaginations of listeners to fly alongside of him through the telling of these stories, in turn opening their hearts to the wonder, mystery and humor that infuses the world.
When: Saturday 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Where: Story Telling Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Jordan Hill
Yoga for Every Special Child presented by Nancy Williams
Learn how to build strength, coordination, and creativity through the ancient art of yoga.
When: Saturday 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Where: Children's Tent - Red
Genre: Children/Youth
Aerodynamic Tricks presented by Pima Air & Space Museum
Build paper airplanes and rockets and learn about aerospace with the Pima Air and Space Museum.
When: Saturday 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Where: Children's Tent - Yellow
Genre: Children/Youth
Words in Your Hands presented by Arizona Schools for the Deaf and the Blind
Learn how to communicate with your hands using finger spelling and American Sign Language!
When: Saturday 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Where: Children's Tent - Blue
Genre: Children/Youth
Jillian Cantor
When: Saturday 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Where: Teen Authors Lounge
Genre: Children/Youth
Book Making Workshop
When: Saturday 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Where: Nuestras Raíces Craft Area
Genre: Children/Youth
Flowing Wells High School Drama - Alice in Wonderland
When: Saturday 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where: TMC Main Entertainment Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Bradley Sconzert
When: Saturday 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where: Bear Down Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Irish Dance Extravaganza performed by Tir Conaill Academy of Irish Dance
Watch the talented children and youth from the Tir Conaill Academy of Irish Dance celebrate this Irish tradition.
When: Saturday 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Where: McDonald's Children's Entertainment Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Guy Porfiro
When: Saturday 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Where: Story Blanket
Genre: Children/Youth
Tierra Birthmarks Teatro
Tierra Birthmarks Teatro presented by Curtis Acosta's TUSD Mexican American/Raza Studies.
When: Saturday 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Where: Nuestras Raíces Performance Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Behind the Pages of Our Books: Celebrating Latino Culture
Two Latina authors invite you to join them on a walk through the pages of their imaginations as they create bilingual picture books, poetry, songs and rhymes.
When: Saturday 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Where: Education Building - Kiva Auditorium
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Alma Flor Ada
F. Isabel Campoy
Writing Fiction From Life Events: A Writing Workshop (Ages 12-Adult)
In this interactive workshop for ages 12 to adult, Tim Tingle will demonstrate methods of writing fiction based on turning-points in our lives and lives around us. Participants will be invited to begin their own short story.
When: Saturday 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Where: Education Building - Room 351
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Tim Tingle
Great Techniques for Illustrating Picture Books
Join two award-winning illustrators of children's books to learn about the wide range of strategies and techniques they use to illustrate their picture books which include concept books, realistic stories and fantasy.
When: Saturday 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Where: Education Building - Room 353
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Mark Teague
Suse MacDonald
Writing for Teens: Creating Characters, Conflicts, and Complications to Keep Your Audience Reading
Three young-adult authors discuss how they research, write, develop and refine their novels for teens.
When: Saturday 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Where: Education Building - Room 349
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Robin Brande
Ying Chang Compestine
Marge Pellegrino
What I Wish People Knew About Muslims
This interactive presentation will focus on the basic beliefs of Islam, dress and modesty issues, gender relations, prayers, diet, fasting and holidays. The purpose of this session is to create understanding about common religious practices often observed by Muslim classmates and colleagues.
When: Saturday 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Where: Education Building - Room 333
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Asma Mobin-Uddin
Sharing the Experience: Talking with Kids About Books
Talking with children about what they have read is an important part of teaching them to comprehend text. Frank Serafini, author of several books on comprehension, will share strategies for expanding discussions with young readers and helping develop their repertories for more effectively comprehending what they read.
When: Saturday 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Where: Education Building - Room 308
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Frank Serafini
Animal Crackers
Oh, the tricks that animals play on one another! If you have ever wondered why armadillos are funny, you won't want to miss hearing this story. Listen and participate as this mix of folktales and trickster tales are energetically told with a drum, gourd masks and response chants.
When: Saturday 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Where: Story Telling Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Jean Baxter
The El Camino Royales
When: Saturday 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Where: Circus Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Adam Rex
When: Saturday 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Where: Teen Authors Lounge
Genre: Children/Youth
Youth Mariachi Contest
When: Saturday 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Where: TMC Main Entertainment Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Tucson String Quartet
When: Saturday 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Where: Bear Down Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Street Jazz performed by CHISPA Hip Hop Dance Team
Performers ranging from five years old up to high school showcase an energetic performance of street jazz and hip hop dances.
When: Saturday 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Where: McDonald's Children's Entertainment Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Judi Moreillon
When: Saturday 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Where: Story Blanket
Genre: Children/Youth
Tucson Tellers of Tales: Story Fun with Folk Tales and Folklore
Storytellers in the Tucson area will provide a story sampler of multicultural tales for families to enjoy. What a great way to meet and hear the delightful voices and styles of the talented folks who share their love of books through the ancient art of storytelling. With Ron Lancaster as MC, join Ray Hyde, Gail Payette, Anne Lee and Pearl Zimmerman for storytelling magic.
When: Saturday 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Where: Story Telling Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Ray Hyde
Gil Payette
Anne Lee
Pearl Zimmerman
Sharon Takerer
When: Saturday 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Where: Story Blanket
Genre: Children/Youth
Janette Rallison
When: Saturday 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Where: Teen Authors Lounge
Genre: Children/Youth
Four Funny Guys: Humor in Children's Books
A panel of authors and illustrators will discuss the importance of humor in kids' literature, explore the reasons why the chicken crossed the road, and debate just how many Book Festival goers it takes to change a light bulb.
When: Saturday 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Where: Education Building - Kiva Auditorium
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Jon Scieszka
Mac Barnett
Adam Rex
Chris Gall
Your Life in Pictures: A Drawing Workshop (ages 9-12)
Learn how to illustrate a children's book from an illustrator of picture books. You will begin illustrations for your own books about a special event in your life or that of your family.
When: Saturday 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Where: Education Building - Room 351
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Laura Jacobsen
Awakening the Heart: Adversity, Love and Loss in Writing for Teens
Three well-known authors will discuss the role of adversity, love, and loss in contemporary young adult fiction, and how as authors, they translate emotion onto the page.
When: Saturday 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Where: Education Building - Room 353
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Jillian Cantor
Sheri Sinykin
Alice Hoffman
What's the Plan? Organizing a Reading Program
Donalyn Miller, author of "The Book Whisperer," will discuss the classroom conditions and instructional methods that encourage children to read more and those that make them read less. She will share the classroom practices that encourage her students to read many books each year in her classroom and that develop love for books and reading.
When: Saturday 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Where: Education Building - Room 333
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Donalyn Miller
Traditional Mexican Dance performed by Ballet Folklórico San Juan
Ballet Folklórico San Juan, Tucson's Official Folklórico Dance Group, performs traditional folk dances from Mexico wearing colorful authentic costumes of several regions of Mexico.
When: Saturday 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Where: McDonald's Children's Entertainment Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Lindley Lopez Literary Circus
When: Saturday 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Where: Circus Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Science Stories with Jordan Hill
For kids of all ages! Professional storyteller Jordan Hill opens windows into science with stories that delight and charm.
When: Saturday 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Where: Ventana Science Zone
Genre: Children/Youth
Youth Mariachi Awards Ceremony and Reception
When: Saturday 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Where: Nuestras Raíces Tent
Genre: Children/Youth
Bobbi McKean: Stories on Stage - Words and Other Voices/Palabras y otras voces
Stories on Stage will perform selected bilingual poems by Francisco X. Alarcon. Stories on Stage is a project of the School of Theatre Arts at the University of Arizona that focuses on theatre for young audiences based on children's literature. Bobbi McKean is the faculty director for this program.
When: Saturday 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Where: Story Telling Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Bobbi McKean
Saturday Night Movie - Charlie and the Chocolate Factory starring Johnny Depp
Where: Main Gate Square On Tyndall Avenue South of University Boulevard John August, screenwriter who adapted Roald Dahl's classic children's book Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, will introduce the movie.
When: Saturday 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Where: Main Gate Square
Genre: Children/Youth
Mapping the Imagination: A Writing Workshop (Ages Teen-Adult)
Author and Illustrator James Owen will share his methods for creating stories in novels, graphic novels and other media. These methods work for experienced writers as well as for novices and can be used to plan almost any kind of creative work. A writing workshop for ages 12 and up.
When: Sunday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Education Building - Room 351
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors James A. Owen
Arizona Research Labs: Biotech
Everyone’s DNA tells a story! Learn how the DNA Shoah Project combines genetics with history and social science to reunite families torn apart by the Holocaust. Watch an actual, live scientist extract DNA from real fruits and vegetables. Get hands on and make some Candy DNA!
When: Sunday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Where: Ventana Science Zone
Genre: Children/Youth
Pima County Public Library Children's Program
When: Sunday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Nuestras Raíces Performance Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Charms Project: Gear for Guys & Girls
When: Sunday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Nuestras Raíces Craft Area
Genre: Children/Youth
Flowing Wells High School Chamber Ensemble
When: Sunday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: TMC Main Entertainment Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Make a Mini Book with The Mini Time Machine Museum of Miniatures
Create a mini-house-shaped book and learn about one of Tucson's newest museums for children.
When: Sunday 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Where: Children's Tent - Red
Genre: Children/Youth
The Peace Book presented by Tucson Children's Museum
Create your own "All About Me" book and participate in the "Planting a Rainbow" garden craft.
When: Sunday 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Where: Children's Tent - Yellow
Genre: Children/Youth
Words in Your Hands presented by Arizona Schools for the Deaf and the Blind
Learn how to communicate with your hands using finger spelling and American Sign Language!
When: Sunday 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Where: Children's Tent - Blue
Genre: Children/Youth
Haiku Poetry with Author Marge Pellegrino
When: Sunday 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Where: Teen Activity Area
Genre: Children/Youth
Giant Chess and Checkers presented by 9 Queens and Pima County Public Library
When: Sunday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Where: Teen Activity Area
Genre: Children/Youth
Audio Interviews sponsored by Pima County Public Library and University of Arizona
When: Sunday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Where: Teen Activity Area
Genre: Children/Youth
Magic with Ronald McDonald
Check out Ronald McDonald and his bag of tricks!
When: Sunday 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Where: McDonald's Children's Entertainment Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Chimerical Caxi
When: Sunday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Bear Down Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Lindley Lopez Literary Circus
When: Sunday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Circus Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
See Your DNA!
DNA is what makes you YOU! Learn about heredity and the structure of the ‘molecule of life’ while extracting DNA from your own cheek cells! Guests will make-and-take a necklace with their own DNA. Presented by BIO5 Institute and the BIOTECH Project.
When: Sunday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Where: Ventana Science Zone
Genre: Children/Youth
DNA Forensics: The Case of the Teenage Romance Riddle
Was our leading man at the movies with another girl or was he just out with his cousin, as he claims? Use DNA gel electrophoresis, as well as chromatography, fingerprints and hair analysis, to solve this mystery. Presented by BIO5 Institute and the Jr. BIOTECH Project.
When: Sunday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Where: Ventana Science Zone
Genre: Children/Youth
Brain Works
Presented by the UA School of Mind, Brain and Behavior Kick off Brain Awareness Week (March 15-21) and put your brain to the test. Explore the power of the human brain, and participate in experiments that illustrate how your brain sometimes plays tricks on you. See your brain learn, watch it listen, and test its powers. Check out the brain zoo – bug brains to whale and human brains. Feel like chomping on a “brain?’ You can, if you can identify its parts correctly!
When: Sunday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Where: Ventana Science Zone
Genre: Children/Youth
Get WET!
Presented by Arizona Project WET Go on an ‘Incredible Journey’ and make a bracelet that tells the story of your life as a water molecule. Explore the movement of water above and below the Earth’s surface and learn how you can help protect Arizona’s watersheds.
When: Sunday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Where: Ventana Science Zone
Genre: Children/Youth
Insect Discovery
Learn about biodiversity and adaptations as you explore the fascinating world of insects! Get up close and personal with live insects and dig into the world of decomposers. Presented by Insect Discovery.
When: Sunday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Where: Ventana Science Zone
Genre: Children/Youth
Ick! Ouch!
Is it candy or is it medicine? Do you know what to do when snakes, scorpions, and spiders attack? The Arizona Poison and drug Information Center has helped Arizonans with all kinds 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, for 50 years. Explore “look alike” demonstrations and get up close and personal with a LIVE venomous creature! Presented by the Arizona Poison and Drug Information Center.
When: Sunday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Where: Ventana Science Zone
Genre: Children/Youth
UA Science
From the inner workings of our brains to the outer reaches of our galaxies, the UA College of Science conducts programs spanning the biological, mathematical and physical sciences. New discoveries are shared with the community at several local venues, including Biosphere 2, Flandrau Science Center and the Mount Lemmon Sky Center. Presented by UA College of Science.
When: Sunday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Where: Ventana Science Zone
Genre: Children/Youth
The Great Galileoscope Giveaway
Enter to win your very own Galileoscope! The Galileoscope is a high-quality, low-cost telescope designed in part by UA/NOAO astronomers. Use your Galileoscope to explore how optics work and see celestial wonders first glimpsed by Galileo 400 years ago! A total of 10 Galileoscopes will be given away to children 17 and under. Presented by NOAO, with many thanks to their sponsors!
When: Sunday 10:00 AM - 10:15 AM
Where: Ventana Science Zone
Genre: Children/Youth
Physics Fun with the Physics Factory
Come see (and hear!) physics as you never have before! Physics is an exciting process of discovery and invention. Join in on the fun as the Physics Factory presents dazzling displays and eye-popping demonstrations that demonstrate a variety of physics concepts. Moderated by Bruce Bayly, UA assistant professor in mathematics
When: Sunday 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Ventana Science Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Picture Yourself in Science
Every wonder what it would be like to be a scientist? Try on a lab coat and safety glasses and have your picture taken in the "BIO5 Traveling Laboratory" for $5 per photo. Presented by Steve Lambesis Photography.
When: Sunday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Where: Ventana Science Zone
Genre: Children/Youth
Matthew Holm
When: Sunday 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Story Blanket
Genre: Children/Youth
An Exciting Tale of Island Adventure
Captain Jeff's character was created as a means to teach reading to beginning readers. The Captain's book, "A Captain Without a Ship," develops letter sound awareness, comprehension, and imagination for early readers, and is the basis for a reading program titled Read-A-Way.
When: Sunday 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: Story Telling Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Jeff Coleman
Chris Eboch
When: Sunday 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Where: Teen Authors Lounge
Genre: Children/Youth
Joan Sandin
When: Sunday 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: Story Blanket
Genre: Children/Youth
Janni Lee Simner
When: Sunday 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: Teen Authors Lounge
Genre: Children/Youth
"Crafty Chica" workshop
When: Sunday 11:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Where: Nuestras Raíces Craft Area
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Kathy Cano-Murillo
Capoeira for Kids performed by Capoeira Mandinga Tucson
Watch a demonstration of the beautiful Brazilian martial art called Capoeira.
When: Sunday 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Where: McDonald's Children's Entertainment Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Catalina Foothills Flute Group
When: Sunday 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: Bear Down Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Shaddai
When: Sunday 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Where: TMC Main Entertainment Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Wedgie
When: Sunday 11:15 AM - 11:45 AM
Where: Circus Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Bringing Stories to Life: Puppets and Literature
Puppets provide a way to invite children into a story and capture their attention as well as to explore another way to express what they are thinking and feeling.
When: Sunday 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Where: Education Building - Room 331
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Marge Eldeen
Saltypie: Family Stories of Struggle and Hope
Choctaw storyteller and author Tim Tingle will tell stories about his own family, particularly stories of his grandmother and the hardships she encountered as well as the joy of overcoming.
When: Sunday 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Where: Story Telling Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Tim Tingle
Q&A Session with Luis Alberto Urrea
When: Sunday 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Where: Nuestras Raíces Performance Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Moderators Luis Alberto Urrea
Ernesto Portillo
It's a Tough Audience: A Workshop for Adults on Writing for Children
Can you write poetry for preschoolers, middle grade mysteries, clever crafts or simple science articles? Learn about the many opportunities in writing for children and teens and how to get started in this writing workshop for adults.
When: Sunday 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Where: Education Building - Room 333
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Chris Eboch
The Great Galileoscope Giveaway
Kids, enter to win your very own Galileoscope! The Galileoscope is a high-quality, low-cost telescope designed in part by UA/NOAO astronomers. Use your Galileoscope to explore how optics work and see celestial wonders first glimpsed by Galileo 400 years ago! A total of 10 Galileoscopes will be given away to children 17 and under. (Presented by NOAO, with many thanks to their sponsors.)
When: Sunday 11:30 AM - 11:45 AM
Where: Ventana Science Zone
Genre: Children/Youth
Claiming My Space: The Gritty Reality of Living in Two Cultures
The award-winning author of "Mexican White Boys" and "Balls Don't Lie" talks about how, as a former reluctant reader, he became a writer and how his life experiences are woven into his writing for teens.
When: Sunday 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Where: Education Building - Kiva Auditorium
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Matt de la Peña
Join the Quest: Journey to Imagined Worlds
Two author/illustrators will share the ways in which they use words and images to create imagined worlds for children and teens. James Owen will focus on his Chronicles of the Imaginarium Geographica series "Here there be Dragons" and David Christiana will talk about the fantasy worlds he has created for the Fairy series with author Gail Carson Levine.
When: Sunday 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Where: Education Building - Room 351
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors James A. Owen
David Christiana
Alyss, Babymouse and The Flying Beavers: Writing Graphic Novels
Three authors/illustrators will talk about creating graphic novels for children and teens. They will share their process of writing and illustrating graphic novels and the appeal of these novels for kids.
When: Sunday 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Where: Education Building - Room 353
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Matthew Holm
Frank Beddor
Maxwell Eaton III
Researching and Writing True Stories: A Writing Workshop (Ages 10-15)
Learn how to research and write a nonfiction or informational story from an award-winning author of nonfiction. Participants in this workshop will define a subject area that interests them, narrow the topic, discover ways of tracking down information and learn the techniques for writing nonfiction.
When: Sunday 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Where: Education Building - Room 349
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors James Deem
Deceptively Innocent
When: Sunday 11:45 AM - 12:30 PM
Where: Circus Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Lynne Avril
When: Sunday 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Where: Story Blanket
Genre: Children/Youth
Michael Buckley
When: Sunday 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Where: Teen Authors Lounge
Genre: Children/Youth
Tucson Junior Strings
When: Sunday 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Where: Bear Down Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Black Man Clay and One Heart Beat Arts Group
Come and listen to the creative musician, Black Man Clay, sing and play interactive songs with irresistible rhythms.
When: Sunday 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM
Where: McDonald's Children's Entertainment Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
4Christ Gospel Group
When: Sunday 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Where: TMC Main Entertainment Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Once Upon an Arizona Time
Arizona has been teeming with stories of heroism, daring, recklessness, and acts of great kindness and caring from ancient times to present day. Sandy will take you on a ride through some of Arizona's amazing history: stories that sound so crazy they seem made-up and some created stories using historical facts that will have you thinking . . . that's just the way it must have been.
When: Sunday 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Where: Story Telling Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Sandy Oglesby
Electrify Your Read-Alouds: Making a Story Come Alive for Children
Learn how to read aloud dramatically to children. Parents, grandparents, teachers and librarians can learn how to make words come alive for listeners and capture the mood and feel of a story through acting and voice techniques.
When: Sunday 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Where: Education Building - Room 333
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Bobbi McKean
Maxwell Eaton
When: Sunday 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Where: Story Blanket
Genre: Children/Youth
James A. Owen
When: Sunday 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Where: Teen Authors Lounge
Genre: Children/Youth
Fun Fest with Feathered Friends
Meet the stars of the children's book "Two Arizona Black Birds." David Fitzsimmons, illustrator of the book and editorial cartoonist for the Arizona Daily Star, will read the book and demonstrate how to illustrate blackbirds. Marilyn Heins will share how the book came to be and ways families might engage with the book.
When: Sunday 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Where: Modern Languages Room 350
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Moderators David Fitzsimmons
Marilyn Heins
Jeff Miller
Teen Interviews with Matt de la Peña
When: Sunday 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Where: Audio Interview Tent
Genre: Children/Youth
Bilingual Open Mic Poetry Slam
When: Sunday 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Where: Nuestras Raíces Performance Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Grupo Folklorico La Paloma
When: Sunday 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Where: Bear Down Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
HELLO, SHAKESPEARE! performed by Waypoint Theatre Company's Youth Ensemble
Come see a comic introduction to the Bard and his plays for young audiences.
When: Sunday 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Where: McDonald's Children's Entertainment Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Iris Folded Cards Sponsored by Pima County Public Library
When: Sunday 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Where: Teen Activity Area
Genre: Children/Youth
Lindley Lopez Literary Circus
When: Sunday 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Where: Circus Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
The Great Galileoscope Giveaway
Kids, enter to win your very own Galileoscope! The Galileoscope is a high-quality, low-cost telescope designed in part by UA/NOAO astronomers. Use your Galileoscope to explore how optics work and see celestial wonders first glimpsed by Galileo 400 years ago! A total of 10 Galileoscopes will be given away to children 17 and under. (Presented by NOAO, with many thanks to their sponsors.)
When: Sunday 1:00 PM - 1:15 PM
Where: Ventana Science Zone
Genre: Children/Youth
Meet "Katie of the Sonoran Desert" author Dr. Kate Jackson
Dr. Jackson tells the true story of Katie, a meter-long western diamondback rattlesnake, and her adventures as she struggles to make a life for herself in the harsh Sonora Desert. Moderated by Robert Villa, Vice President, Tucson Herpetological Society
When: Sunday 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Where: Ventana Science Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Stitchin' and Pullin': Piecing Together African American Stories in Quilts
Discover history through the eyes of women who lived it. Patricia McKissack will talk about her process of creating a picture book about the women quilters of Gee's Bend, Ala. She will share her research for the book, the personalities of the women, the civil-rights connections and the historical significance of Gee's Bend.
When: Sunday 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Where: Education Building - Kiva Auditorium
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Patricia McKissack
A Thousand Words Made Easy: A Workshop on Cartooning
In this workshop for children ages 9-12, the author of the popular comic series on Babymouse will show how he creates his cartoons for these books and will invite kids to try their hand at illustrating a special event through cartoons.
When: Sunday 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Where: Education Building - Room 351
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Matthew Holm
Boy Humor vs. Girl Humor in Children's Novels
Two popular authors of middle-grade novels will share their strategies for creating humor in their writing and inviting both boys and girls into reading through laughter. Be prepared to laugh!
When: Sunday 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Where: Education Building - Room 353
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Lisa Yee
Michael Buckley
Culture, Color and Illustration: Painted Horses and Lakota Symbols
An illustrator draws upon color and visual images to convey cultural connections. S.D. Nelson will show how he used bold colors, pictographic symbols, and painted horses to reflect a Lakota world view in his new book, "Black Elk’s Vision."
When: Sunday 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Where: Education Building - Room 349
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors S.D. Nelson
Tap-ing-ly Ever After
Don't miss this exciting young tap dancing performer as he skillfully tells stories with his feet! Dustin magically transports the audience into the wonderful world of imagination where anything is possible.
When: Sunday 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Where: Story Telling Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Dustin Loehr
Everyone's an Artist presented by Tucson Museum of Art
Enjoy a fun art project that shows off your creativity and talent!
When: Sunday 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Where: Children's Tent - Yellow
Genre: Children/Youth
Braille at Your Fingertips presented by Arizona Schools for the Deaf and the Blind
Learn how to read Braille!
When: Sunday 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Where: Children's Tent - Blue
Genre: Children/Youth
Sonoran Supermarket presented by the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum
Check out a demonstration of native plants and their uses for food, fibers, and medicine by the native peoples of the Sonoran Desert.
When: Sunday 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Where: Children's Tent - Red
Genre: Children/Youth
Marge Eldeen
When: Sunday 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Where: Story Blanket
Genre: Children/Youth
Frank Beddor
When: Sunday 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Where: Teen Authors Lounge
Genre: Children/Youth
Vanessa Lundon
Vanessa Lundon, acoustic musician
When: Sunday 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where: Bear Down Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Retablos Workshop
When: Sunday 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Where: Nuestras Raíces Craft Area
Genre: Children/Youth
Ha:san Prep School
When: Sunday 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Where: TMC Main Entertainment Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
The Three Little Javelinas performed by Susan Lowell and Company
Author Susan Lowell, winner of the ONEBOOKAZ for Kids Award, narrates her book while actors bring it to life.
When: Sunday 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM
Where: McDonald's Children's Entertainment Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Gertie & the TO Boys
When: Sunday 2:15 PM - 2:45 PM
Where: Circus Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Capturing the Audience: A Storytelling Workshop for Educators
Tim Tingle, a renowned Choctaw storyteller who has performed in festivals throughout the U.S. and the world, will lead a workshop for educators on how to tell stories to children and to invite children into their own storytelling. Tim will also share how he tells historical and traditional stories, accompanying himself on the flute and singing Choctaw songs to the rhythm of a drum.
When: Sunday 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Where: Education Building - Room 333
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Tim Tingle
Imago Dei Middle School: International Story Box Project
The International Story Box Project is a traveling celebration of stories shared community to community around the globe, and we are delighted to have the Story Box here in Tucson during the Tucson Festival of Books. Since early January, students at Imago Dei Middle School have been creating stories to place in the Story Box before it moves to another location in the world. During their time on the festival stage, each school will present a story or stories for everyone to enjoy. To follow the adventures of the Story Box, visit www.thestoryboxproject.ning.com
When: Sunday 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Where: Story Telling Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Tierra Birthmarks Teatro
Tierra Birthmarks Teatro presented by Curtis Acosta's TUSD Mexican American/Raza Studies
When: Sunday 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Where: Nuestras Raíces Performance Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
The Hard Job of Writing Easy Readers
Three successful authors and illustrators of easy readers for children will share their experiences in writing and illustrating these books. They will offer suggestions for authors and illustrators who are interested in creating fiction and nonfiction series books for young readers and adults who use these books with children.
When: Sunday 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Where: Education Building - Room 331
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Lucille Penner
Lynne Avril
Joan Sandin
The Great Galileoscope Giveaway
Kids, enter to win your very own Galileoscope! The Galileoscope is a high-quality, low-cost telescope designed in part by UA/NOAO astronomers. Use your Galileoscope to explore how optics work and see celestial wonders first glimpsed by Galileo 400 years ago! A total of 10 Galileoscopes will be given away to children 17 and under. Presented by NOAO, with many thanks to their sponsors.
When: Sunday 2:30 PM - 2:45 PM
Where: Ventana Science Zone
Genre: Children/Youth
Underdogs, Detectives, Spies, Fairy Tales, Female Heroes and Nerds
A reluctant writer invites reluctant readers to enter his humorous world of nerds and detectives in his two popular middle-grade series, The Sisters Grimm and Nerds.
When: Sunday 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Where: Education Building - Kiva Auditorium
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Michael Buckley
Drawing a Polar Bear in a Blizzard: A Drawing Workshop with Max and Pinky (Ages 3-7)
In this drawing workshop for ages 3-7, author and illustrator Maxwell Eaton III will show how easy it is to draw cartoon animals including chickens, bears, sheep and the always technically demanding "polar bear in a blizzard."
When: Sunday 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Where: Education Building - Room 351
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Maxwell Eaton III
The Story Behind the Story: Authors Kids Love
Come and see a lively presentation in which author Michelle Parker-Rock reveals how her biography of Patricia and Fredrick McKissack was written. Hear the "stories-behind-the-story" and learn about a special relationship that developed in the process.
When: Sunday 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Where: Education Building - Room 353
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Patricia McKissack
Michelle Parker-Rock
The Weird, Wacky and Wonderful World of Being an Author
Lisa Yee spills her guts about what it took (and what it takes) to write bestselling books for children and teens, including her Millicent Minn and Stanford Wong series and her most recent book, "Bobby vs. Girls (Accidentally)."
When: Sunday 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Where: Education Building - Room 349
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Lisa Yee
Be-Geiled
When: Sunday 2:45 PM - 3:30 PM
Where: Circus Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Matt de la Peña
When: Sunday 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Where: Teen Authors Lounge
Genre: Children/Youth
Winston Jazz Duo
When: Sunday 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Where: Bear Down Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Motown Classics performed by Kids Unlimited
Listen to Motown favorites performed by talented kids from all over Tucson.
When: Sunday 3:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Where: McDonald's Children's Entertainment Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Van Horne Elementary School: International Story Box Project
The International Story Box Project is a traveling celebration of stories shared community to community around the globe, and we are delighted to have the Story Box here in Tucson during the Tucson Festival of Books. Since early January students at Van Horne Elementary School have been creating stories to place in the Story Box before it moves to another location in the world. During their time on the festival stage, each school will present a story or stories for everyone to enjoy. To follow the adventures of the Story Box, visit www.thestoryboxproject.ning.com.
When: Sunday 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Where: Story Telling Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Murals, Stenciling and Art in Tucson
Social Justice Education Project presents Graffiti, Stenciling and Art in Tucson, followed by a hands-on art activity.
When: Sunday 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Where: Nuestras Raíces Performance Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Social Justice Education Project Art Activity
When: Sunday 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Where: Nuestras Raíces Craft Area
Genre: Children/Youth
Soñar
When: Sunday 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Where: TMC Main Entertainment Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Flowing Wells High School Choralaires
When: Sunday 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Where: Bear Down Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Competitive Jump Roping performed by Tucson Twist-Its
These kids jump rope in competitions and workshops across Arizona. You won't want to miss this performance!
When: Sunday 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Where: McDonald's Children's Entertainment Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
Lindley Lopez Literary Circus
When: Sunday 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Where: Circus Stage
Genre: Children/Youth
The Great Galileoscope Giveaway
Kids, enter to win your very own Galileoscope! The Galileoscope is a high-quality, low-cost telescope designed in part by UA/NOAO astronomers. Use your Galileoscope to explore how optics work and see celestial wonders first glimpsed by Galileo 400 years ago! A total of 10 Galileoscopes will be given away to children 17 and under. (Presented by NOAO, with many thanks to their sponsors!)
When: Sunday 4:00 PM - 4:15 PM
Where: Ventana Science Zone
Genre: Children/Youth
Screen Writing: From Teen Novels to Movies
Three successful writers of novels for teens will share their experiences of creating screenplays from their books that are being made into movies.
When: Sunday 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Where: Education Building - Kiva Auditorium
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Frank Beddor
Matt de la Peña
James A. Owen
Great Cartooning: All You Need is the Web
In this panel discussion by the members of Dreamco, webcomic artists and programmers will share how you can use free online software to create your own webcomics.
When: Sunday 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Where: Education Building - Room 349
Genre: Children/Youth
Authors Greg Loumeau
Bryan Bozzi
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