Leaders Are Readers: Exploring Leadership Through Books with Andrew Brundidge

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June 1, 2024
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
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Rondo Community Library
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Calling all youth and families! Join Planting People Growing Justice at the Rondo Community Library for an inspiring Leaders Are Readers event featuring Andrew Brundidge, author of Andrew Does His Dance. This special gathering will take place on Saturday, [Insert Date], from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and is designed to spark a love for reading and empower the next generation of leaders.

Dive into the transformative power of books as tools for personal growth and leadership development. Andrew will share his story and insights through a live read-aloud of his captivating book, which inspires young readers to embrace their individuality and creativity.

This free event will also include:

Lively discussions about how reading can shape leadership skills.
Networking opportunities to connect with other book lovers and aspiring leaders.
A free book giveaway to fuel your reading journey.
Complimentary lunch to enjoy while you engage in meaningful conversations.

About Andrew Brundidge:
Andrew Brundidge is a young author and creative visionary who wrote Andrew Does His Dance to encourage children to express themselves confidently and embrace their unique talents. His book is a celebration of individuality, movement, and joy, inspiring readers to lead with courage and authenticity.

About Planting People Growing Justice (PPGJ):
Planting People Growing Justice is a Black woman-owned children’s book publisher and social enterprise committed to transforming lives through literature. Their mission goes beyond publishing books; they aim to promote diversity in children’s literature and foster youth leadership development. Each book they produce is a step toward empowering children to embrace reading as a joyful, transformative tool for learning and growth.

PPGJ’s mission is rooted in advancing education equity and cultivating future leaders through storytelling. As a publisher and advocate for justice, PPGJ is dedicated to planting seeds of change by inspiring children to see themselves as agents of transformation.

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