E TRAIN TALKS LITERACY INITIATIVE
I love talking with kids about books, and it’s amazing when I have the chance to connect with students on a deeper level about the stories we love.
I spent the day at Fairytale Town reading picture books aloud and distributing new books to children. It was a joy to see so many smiles and witness the excitement of young readers. I am proud to serve my community and remain committed to spreading the magic of reading to children throughout Sacramento and beyond.
On a warm August day, I was honored to participate in a Sacramento literacy fair where we gave away over 600 brand new children’s books to families in need. More than 1,500 community members gathered for Mayor McCarty and Vice Mayor Talamantes’ Annual Backpack Giveaway, showing the power of a city coming together for its children. Not every child in Sacramento has access to quality reading material, and I am committed to helping change that. I am deeply grateful to the authors, publishers, and partners who make this work possible, with special thanks to SMUD for donating thoughtful giveaway items that brought extra joy to the kids. Giving back to Sacramento will always be at the heart of what I do.
To celebrate READ ACROSS AMERICA, I had the incredible opportunity to read stories aloud to several classrooms of enthusiastic 2nd graders! Their excitement and curiosity made every session unforgettable, and it was such a joy to share the magic of storytelling with so many bright young minds.
The best part of my literacy journey is reading to kids! There's no better way for children to discover the magic of books! Celebrating early literacy is how I inspire positive change!
One of the most unforgettable moments of my journey was leading a school-wide assembly for over 500 Skokie School middle-schoolers, where I got to share the magic of books with such an eager, enthusiastic audience. The energy in that room was electric as we explored how books can open doors to new worlds. I’ll forever treasure the connections made that day and the inspiration we shared. A huge thank you to Skokie for making it all possible!
I was honored to visit Skokie School, where students, teachers, and staff welcomed me with such kindness. The students asked fantastic questions, and I was excited to record this video sharing some of my answers. I have met so many incredible people on my reading journey, and I am deeply grateful. Books truly have the power to change lives. Thank you to everyone at Skokie School for making my visit so memorable!
Percy Jackson is a fan favorite! Every grade I visit get's so excited talking about the Percy Jackson series! Talking with kids about books is one of the best parts of my literacy journey!
I loved connecting virtually with 5th through 8th graders to talk about books, following our dreams, and spreading kindness! Kids can achieve anything they set their minds to, and reading is a powerful way to help reach your goals.
I was honored to be invited by DPM Elementary School to participate in their Community Reading Day! I spent the afternoon reading stories and talking with students about the joy and magic of books.
Thank you FOR YOUR SUPPPORT!
ONLINE SAFETY PROGRAM
Internet safety is such an important topic, from cyber security and cyberbullying to identity theft and more. Learning how to stay safe online and on our phones is essential! So far, I’ve blocked over 1,500 inappropriate accounts on my social media platforms. To help spread the message, I’m visiting middle-school classrooms and sharing Jessica Speer’s fun, relatable, and engaging book, THE PHONE BOOK: STAY SAFE, BE SMART, AND MAKE THE WORLD BETTER WITH THE POWERFUL DEVICE IN YOUR HAND. This program is possible thanks to a generous grant from Let’s Choose Love, a nonprofit dedicated to spreading more love in the world, and the support of Familius. I’m so grateful for their help in empowering students to use technology safely.
Sharing stories and reading aloud to kindergartners at a Title One school filled the room with pure book joy! I am so grateful for the opportunity to visit classrooms, share my reading journey, and inspire young students to start their own reading adventures.
Reading to 1st graders HAIR LOVE and giving each student their own copy to take home was the best! I'm so proud to be able to promote early literacy and share reading smiles with kids!
The wonders of Zoom! Being able to travel virtually across internet miles is amazing! I love talking to kids about books, whether in person or from my desk!
Contact me and set up a time talk to your students about my reading journey!
Reading to over 100 kindergarteners and talking about the magic of reading is so rewarding. The kids ask the sweetest questions! It was such a great day! I'm so grateful to be able to make an impact on so many children.
I had an amazing day presenting to over 600 kids at a school-wide assembly! The energy was electric! To make the day even more exciting for everyone (including me) I shared the s
And here he is, the man.. the myth and the legend, author Stuart Gibbs! What an epic day sharing book joy with kids !
Show More
Help End Book Deserts and Give All Kids Access to Quality Books!
Your donation will give underserved children access to new and diverse books. Your donation will give books to kids who need them the most. Donors keep E Train Talks giving books to low-income & title one schools! Your donation matters! E Train Talks is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. EIN: 93-3020520
TEACHERS, EDUCATORS, KIDS & MORE!
I'm SHARING BOOK JOY with kids!
Sharing book joy with classrooms is one of my favorite things to do! From talking about my podcast, to chatting about my latest book reviews and interviews, to connecting with students & their amazing teachers, I welcome the chance to talk with your students! I'm scheduling in-person & virtual visits for 2024 now!
THANK YOU NOTES
