PRIMARY SCHOOL BOOK FAIR
MEET THE PRIMARY SCHOOL VISITING AUTHORS
LUCILLE COLANDRO
LUCILLE COLANDRO
There Was an Old Lady...series
TAMI CHARLES & CHRISTOPHER CHARLES
TAMI CHARLES & CHRISTOPHER CHARLES
That Beautiful Mind
Lucille Colandro has written many books for children, including the bestselling There Was an Old Lady series illustrated by Jared Lee.
Tami Charles is the New York Times bestselling author of more than twenty books for young readers, including the acclaimed picture books All Because You Matter, We Are Here, Together, United, and acclaimed novels Muted and Like Vanessa. Her work has earned multiple starred reviews, Junior Library Guild selections, and national recognition in Essence Magazine, Entertainment Weekly, Buzzfeed’s Top 40, and The New York Times Book Review. She has also appeared on Good Morning America, The Morning Blend, and CBS Mornings. Tami worked as an educator for thirteen years before pursuing her childhood dream of becoming an author. She now visits schools across the country and abroad, sharing stories that affirm and inspire. For more information on Tami, visit tamiwrites.com.
Christopher Charles makes his picture book debut with That Beautiful Mind, a story he co-authored with his mother, Tami Charles, inspired by his own experiences and desire to celebrate the diverse ways we all think and learn. He is a high school honor roll student, a Varsity basketball player, a delicious brownie baker, and a talented writer with a passion for science and storytelling. Chris was the inspiration for Tami Charles’ New York Times bestselling picture book, All Because You Matter, brought to life by award-winning illustrator Bryan Collier.
PJ NIGHT
Friday, November 6
6:30 - 8:00 p.m. | Primary School
Join us for a giant PJ party! Primary School students and their parents/caregivers are invited to enjoy a giant PJ party and Book Fair shopping from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.! Please note that this event is open only to Primary School students and their parents/caregivers only.
Students must be chaperoned by a caregiver at all times. RSVP required.
Using your student account is the preferred method of payment at PJ Night. And, don't forget to bring your own shopping bag!
Questions? Contact Angie Tekriwal, or Michelle Willford.
CLASS SHOPPING SCHEDULES
Parents are encouraged to shop with their child(ren) during the below class shopping hours. Volunteers are welcome to sign up for slots while their children are shopping, but it is not necessary to volunteer during your child's shopping time in order to join them during that time.
8:30–9:00 · 3O'N
8:30–9:00 · Green Jr-K
8:30–9:00 · 1Co
10:15–10:45 · 1G/C
9:00–9:30 · 2P
9:00–9:30 · 3V
11:45–12:15 · 1N
10:30–11:00 · 2Mc
9:45–10:15 · 3W
1:00–1:30 · Green K
1:30–2:00 · Blue K
10:30–11:00 · Blue Jr-K
1:30–2:00 · 2T
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Set Spending Guidance for Your Primary School Student
Every Primary School student will visit the Book Fair with their class during school hours. This form lets Parent Volunteers help students choose within their budget.
Parents are strongly encouraged to talk with their children about your family’s expectations for Book Fair purchases. Parents are also welcome to chaperone their student(s) during their class’s designated shopping time.
Please do not email MKA faculty or staff about Spending Guidance for your child.
This guidance does not include any purchases made during Pajama Night, Book Fair: Evening Edition, or any other visits to the MKA Book Fair. It only applies to when students shop with their class during school hours. The deadline for this form is Thursday, October 29, at midnight.
Questions? Contact Catherine Weiss.
PRE-ORDER VISITING AUTHOR BOOKS
Don’t miss the opportunity to secure signed copies of exclusive titles from our visiting authors. Use this order form to purchase books—whether for a student or as a special gift! All orders must be submitted by November 7.
Important notes:
- For Primary School students: Pre-ordering is the ONLY way to receive an author-signed book. Students will not be allowed to get books signed on the day of the author visit without a completed form.
- For Middle School students: Students may purchase books during the fair and have them signed by the authors. However, to guarantee a signed book, you will need to submit a pre-order form.
- If you have children on multiple campuses, you may either:
- Submit a separate form for each child, OR
- Submit one combined order and indicate which homeroom/advisor you'd like the books delivered to.
- For all book dedications, please limit to a first name or nickname. NO personal messages allowed. You can also indicate whether you prefer only the author’s signature. Personalized books are not refundable. All sales are final.
- Faculty and staff may pre-order by entering your name in all applicable fields. Please be sure to indicate where you would like our order delivered.
- Lastly, please remind your child of the books that were pre-ordered to prevent duplicate purchases.
If you need to inquire about pre-ordering or with other questions, please contact EJ Park.