The Gift of Reading @ Thomas Edison Elementary School

Thomas A. Edison Elementary is hosting its annual Gift of Reading event—an exciting celebration of literacy

and imagination! Volunteers are invited to bring a children’s book to read aloud to a kindergarten student

and then “gift” the book to them as a special keepsake. This event promotes a love of reading, encourages

meaningful connections between students and community members and celebrates the joy of giving

during the holiday season.

Hosted by the Thomas Edison Elementary Literacy Team, this Whoville-inspired event will fill the day with

warmth, smiles, and the magic of storytelling.

Agenda & Volunteer Process:

Arrival at Scheduled Time:
Volunteers will arrive at the time they selected during registration and check in at the front table upon

entering the school.

Matching with Students:
Once checked in, each volunteer will be matched with a kindergarten student to share a special reading

experience.

Reading & Gifting:
Volunteers will read their selected book aloud to the student and then gift the book to them as a keepsake

to encourage a love for reading.

Photos & Farewell:
After reading, volunteers are welcome to take a photo with their student to capture the moment before

wrapping up their session.

Departure:
Volunteers may leave after their session concludes or stay to assist with other students if additional time

slots are available.

Please use this link to sign up for a shift:

https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=V4KCxhBkfkC1V7XcchHeVbFqdqHj1eZOlzQ3F7KHGIBUQ1k3RzhIRFNIUDMyWEVQSlczN04xQjVCSi4u&origin=Invitation&chann

Everyone should park in the gravel lot and then come to the school building