January 26, 2024

Elementary Families Are Invited to an African American Read-In

Elementary Families Are Invited to an African American Read-In

Berkley Schools is proud to partner with Oakland Schools to host author Don Tate for this year's African American Read-In: Genius in our Stories. Don Tate is an award-winning illustrator of numerous critically acclaimed books for children, including Swish! The Slam-Dunking, Alley-Ooping, High-Flying Harlem Globetrotters, No Small Potatoes: Junios G. Groves and His Kingdom in Kansas, Whoosh! Lonnie Johnson’s Super-Soaking Stream of Inventions, Hope’s Gift, and many others.

Berkley Schools elementary families are invited to attend a watch party at their elementary school to view Don Tate's presentation as a community from 7-8 pm on February 29. Families are encouraged to arrive 15 minutes before the start of the presentation. All Berkley Schools families who register will receive a free copy of Don Tate's latest book, Jerry Changed the Game.

Important details

  • Genius in Our Stories:  2024 African AmericanRead-In
  • Thursday, February 29, 2024
  • 6:45-8 pm
  • Attend in person at Berkley Schools elementary schools or watch via Zoom from home
  • Register online