Building A Culture Of Reading In Your Classroom 2025

🎟️ EVENT TITLE:

Building A Culture Of Reading In Your Classroom

📍 A Landmark Literacy Event at Mall of America®

📅 DATE & TIME:

Saturday, August 9th, 2025

8:00 AM-10:30 AM CST

📍 LOCATION:

Mall Of America® Parkview Meeting + Event Center

5204 Center Court (Nickelodeon® Universe)

Bloomington, MN 55425

🔖 EVENT DESCRIPTION:

The Reading Revolution Starts Here!

In the face of rising demands on educators and families alike, the brightest stars in the KidLit community are coming together to ignite something extraordinary: a classroom-based reading revolution—one book, one story, one student at a time.

Join us in the heart of The Twin Cities at the iconic Mall of America® for a powerful morning of insight, inspiration, and community—designed to support educators, librarians, and parents, empower families, and ignite a love of reading in every child.

📌 WHAT TO EXPECT:

🔥 A Groundbreaking Author Panel

Join an inspiring lineup of celebrated and diverse children’s authors—from beloved local voices to nationally recognized names—as they explore:

• Real talk on the challenges and solutions facing educators, librarians, and parents as we approach Back-to-School 2025
• How to foster a culture of reading in today’s classrooms
• The vital role of social-emotional learning through children's literature
• Why diverse, inclusive storytelling matters now more than ever

🎤 Interactive Q&A + Community Conversation

Ask questions, share ideas, and connect directly with thought leaders in children’s literacy.

✍️ Meet & Greet

Get your books signed, take photos, and meet the authors shaping the future of children’s literature.

📚 LEARN MORE ABOUT THE PANELISTS & MODERATORS

PANELISTS:

• Joe Schmit: Emmy Award-Winning Sportcaster | Keynote Speaker | Children's Author (The Right Thing to Do — published by Wise Ink)
• Shayla Reaves: Emmy Award-Winning Journalist for WCCO & CBS News Minnesota | Children's Author (Echo in the Distance — published by Shayla's Creative Side)
• Dr. Cherice Roth: Chief Veterinary Officer | Children's Author | Creator of the Real Doctors Series (What's a Real Doctor? and What Does a Real Doctor Look Like? — published by Fulton Books)
• Dr. Shafer Stedron: Neurologist | Host of Talks with Dr. Shafer Podcast | Children's Author (The Boy and His Brightly Colored Blocks — published by Little House of Dreams Publishing)
• Dr. Jim Price: School Counselor | Award-Winning Children’s Author | Creator of The Adventures of Harold from the Hood Series (published by Carradines ACO Publishing)
• Carrie Newell: Marine Biologist | Children’s Author (Koda and the Whales: A True Story — published by Torchflame Books)
• January Liddell: National Financial Literacy Advocate | Children's Author | Creator of The Honey Maker Series (Alina the Super Saver and Dynamo Jr's Spending Spree — published by Authentic Endeavors Publishing/Book Endeavors)
• Allie Davis: Children's Author | Editor | Creator of the Moon Games Series — published by Fascinate Books)

MODERATORS:

• John Masiulionis: Manager of PR From The Heart LLC | Children’s Author (Walking Each Other Home—Zachary's Mission: A Hospice for Children — published by Trolley Stop Publishing)
• Julie Gribble: Award-Winning Founder & Producer of KidLit TV

👥 WHO SHOULD ATTEND:

This event is ideal for:

• Teachers (K–8)
• School librarians
• Literacy coaches & specialists
• Curriculum developers
• School Administrators
• Parents, caregivers, & grandparents
• Book lovers & education advocates

Whether you’re a seasoned educator, dedicated librarian, or passionate parent, this event is a can’t-miss opportunity to connect, learn, and grow—together.

🎁 BONUSES:

• The first 50 educators, librarians, and parents who pre-register will receive a FREE children’s book!

• Light refreshments provided

✅ REGISTER NOW ✅

Seats are limited, and momentum is building. Reserve your spot and be part of the movement that’s transforming classrooms—one story at a time.

📣 Presented in Partnership with PR From The Heart LLC (www.PRFromTheHeart.com), KidLit TV (www.KidLit.tv), and the Mall of America Community Foundation (www.MOACommunityFoundation.org).