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Enrichment Programs Make an Impact
July 30, 2010
Through enrichment programs encompassing Storytelling, Reading, and Writing, AK Classics touched the lives of 247 students this summer. Special thanks to the YMCA Starfish Program, Freedom School Partners, I Can Kids, Inc., and AK Classics Preschool Enrichment Program for providing the opportunity to make a difference within the Charlotte community.
AK Classics Preschool Enrichment Program
June - July 2010
Filled with Reading, Music, and Rhymes
O What A Joyous Time!
With letters, sounds, words, and phrases
The fun will bubble all over your faces
Music, rhythm, and movement too
No one will be able to stop you...
From Making Reading Fun
And Learning as You Go Along!
This reading and musical enrichment program is designed to make reading fun and to engage young children ages 3 and 4 with the desire to read. Two multicultural children's books written by Helen H. Kimbrough, Ocean Waves and Other Tales & Play Dates and Other Tales, will be featured. These amazing books enable a child to embrace reading in an interesting way through rhythms, simple expressions, repetition, pictures, and childhood associations.
Additional classics and story books by Dr. Seuss, Eric Carle, and various authors will be utilized along with a musical component to learning.
The goal is making reading fun and learning as we go along!
Registration Fee is $25 non-refundable.
Cost per 45 minute session is $15.
3-day sessions starting at 9:15 am or 10:15 am: June 28-30; July 12-14; July 19-21; July 26-28
2112-A Ayrsley Town Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28273
3 sessions starting at 9:15 am or 10:15 am: Saturdays only July 17, July 24, and July 31
Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, 3301 Beatties Ford Road, Charlotte, NC 28216 (Room 103)
Programs are available at your location per your request.
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“The teachers are writing to say how wonderful you are and how inspiring for the children to meet a real author!” Nancy Cole, Librarian/Media Specialist, Marvin Elementary School
“I have heard nothing but rave reviews. The teachers were very appreciative to have someone sharing with their students at their level of understanding.” Pam Cook, Media Coordinator, Shiloh Elementary School
Book Expo America
May 2010
Play Dates and Other Tales is a featured new title and multicultural children's book at the BookExpo in New York, NY.
London Book Fair
April 2010
Ocean Waves and Other Tales is a featured multicultural children's book at the London Book Fair.
Georgia Book Awards 2010
March 20, 2010
Helen H. Kimbrough presents Musical Stories: Making Reading Fun at the 41st Annual Conference on Children's Literature. Keynote Speakers included Margie Palatini, Kadir Nelson, Andrea Pinkney, Robert Burleigh, and Fred Newman.
2010 National African American Read-In
February 1-28, 2010
An African American Read-In event occurs any day of this month to encourage literacy as a part of Black History Month. Visit www.ncte.org/action/aari/packetinfo for additional information.
The Barbara Dooley Show
December 18, 2009
Helen Kimbrough interviews with Barbara Dooley to discuss her multicultural children's books and the importance of reading on www.1340wgau.com.
Frankfurt Book Fair
October 2009
Ocean Waves and Other Tales is a featured multicultural children's book at the Frankfurt Book Fair.
Play Dates and Other Tales
October 2009
Author Helen H. Kimbrough has released her second multicultural children's book uniting reading, beautiful illustrations, and music for young children. Play Dates and Other Tales is a collection of four short stories, "YOU", "Many Colors", "Number Chant", and "Play Dates", and it was inspired by Helen's first book, Ocean Waves and Other Tales. Like its predecessor, Play Dates and Other Tales celebrates a child's connections and offers "imaginable" stories and experiences for all children to enjoy.
MONTBLANC and UNICEF Signature for Good
September 10, 2009
Join Montblanc in supporting UNICEF children's education worldwide with the Montblanc Signature for Good Edition.
"The ability to read and write is a fundamental human right and the most important assest for children. It is essential for development of the individual and of society - it helps pave the way for a successful and self-determined life."
Charlotte Literary Festival
September 5th and 6th
Ocean Waves and Other Tales will be featured at the fourth annual Charlotte Literary Festival.
The Freedom School in Charlotte, NC
August 4, 2009
The author, Helen H. Kimbrough, presented her musical stories from her first multi-cultural children's book, Ocean Waves and Other Tales. She also delivered musical stories from her upcoming book entitled Play Dates and Other Tales.
Baker and Taylor: Books for Growing Minds
June/July 2009
Ocean Waves and Other Tales is featured in the June/July 2009 issue of Baker and Taylor's Books for Growing Minds. Please visit www.btol.com/retails_details.cfm (Publications/Books for Growing Minds/p. 14) for detailed information.
The East Point Branch Library in Atlanta, GA
June 1, 2009
The author, Helen H. Kimbrough, presented musical stories from her first multi-cultural children's book, Ocean Waves and Other Tales, to over 100 children for its summer reading kick-off program. "The presentation was great, and the singing made the book come to life." It was an amazing experience!
Hampton University: The Alumni Magazine of Hampton University
Spring 2009
Hampton University reviews Ocean Waves and Other Tales in their "HU Going GREEN" issue. It states, "Helen H. Kimbrough has written her first children's book entitled Ocean Waves and Other Tales. The book, which is recommended for children from newborn to age five, includes tales of ocean waves, families, baby bears, and more. The illustrations show the characters going through their days from playing in the ocean to getting sleepy at night. The book is accompanied by a music CD that includes an instrumental selection to go with each tale, which makes this bedtime story all the more enjoyable for children."
Ocean Waves and Other Tales is featured in the September Issue of York Region Parent
York Region Parent is a Canadian publication and its review states, "Ocean Waves and Other Tales is a multi-cultural book comprised of four short stories: Ocean Waves, I Am Loved, Baby Bear, and I'm Sleepy. This is author Helen H. Kimbrough's first book and it has quickly become one of our favourites. My baby and preschooler both love these stories and equally love the amazing artwork. My preschooler's favourite story is the Ocean Waves story, as we remember our trips to the Ocean together and think about our upcoming trip to Florida.
The artwork is lovely and nice enough that they would make wonderful framed prints. The three of us love to cuddle and read these short stories that are engaging enough for a 3 year old, but short enough for a one year old to sit through."
Ocean Waves and Other Tales is featured in the September Issue of Los Angeles Family
It states, "Ocean Waves and Other Tales is a multi-cultural collection of short stories for ages newborn to five. It features delightful illustrations and a musicial CD."
Author Receives Comments from Presbyterian Hemby Children's Hospital
August 18, 2008
"The patients and families have enjoyed your book and CD. They have been nice especially for our patients that are on ventilators. We appreciate your donation." - Jennifer Lautemann
AK Classics donates books to Presbyterian Hemby Children's Hospital
June 6, 2008
Ocean Waves and Other Tales is featured in the June Issue of Charlotte Parent Magazine
It states, "This multi-cultural book of short stories combines music with universal messages of love, inspired by the author's children. Wonderful illustrations accompany the sweet and simple stories put to melodies. In paperback or hardcover, with a CD of songs so families can listen and enjoy the musical experience together."
Author Visits Charlotte Preparatory Early School
May 16, 2008
Last week local author Helen H. Kimbrough visited the Early School. She read and sang songs from her recently published children's book Ocean Waves and Other Tales. The children had a great time listening, singing and dancing along with the stories and music. Ocean Waves and Other Tales is a multi-cultural book comprised of four short stories: Ocean Waves, I Am Loved, Baby Bear and I'm Sleepy. If you are interested in seeing or ordering the book, there is a copy of it along with order forms on the table in the Early School lobby or you can visit www.akclassicstories.com. The author lives in Charlotte with her husband and two sons.
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