Young Readers Book Festival – Oct 16

Posted by School District of Philadelphia on October 5, 2021

October is Family Engagement Month and the FACE Office is excited to celebrate with you at our Young Readers Book Festival! Join us from 10 AM to 1 PM on Saturday, October 16, 2021, at the Northeast High School Football Field Supersite (1601 Cottman Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19111) for a day of family fun and activities.

The FACE Office is excited to partner with Read by 4th to make our Reading Promise by providing FREE BOOKS* in multiple languages and amazing early literacy resources to elementary school students and their families*. Families can also receive Philadelphia-centric posters, board games, and books (while supplies last) and will be able to enjoy them together while social distancing.

Other activities include:

  • Read alouds
  • Community Resource Tables
  • Family Literacy Games*
  • Face painting and balloon making
  • Winter Coat Distribution*
  • School Selection Support
  • Parent & Family Portal Sign Up
  • Pre-K Registration
  • Takeaway snacks*
  • and more!

*While supplies last.

For more information click here or call 215-400-4000.


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