Throughout the year, the Rendell Center delivers special programs that are based on fresh content, current events and civic holidays.

Bill of Rights Day

 November 5 is Election Day.

Join us for our Read Aloud Celebrating the Importance of Voting

November 1-5, 2024

Join us for a special Election Day Read Aloud, where we inspire young minds to understand the importance of voting! Designed for students in K-5, this interactive and engaging program will explore why voting is a cornerstone of democracy and how every citizen’s voice makes a difference.

Through captivating stories, our guest readers — including lawyers, judges, and community leaders — will highlight the power of choice, citizenship, and participation in shaping our country’s future. Students will learn about the electoral process in a fun, age-appropriate way, emphasizing the value of civic responsibility. The sessions will last 30 minutes and will include a question-and-answer session.

I Voted by Mark Shulman

What’s the Big Deal About Elections by Ruby Shumir

If I Run for President by Catherine Stier

What to Expect:

  • Our team of volunteers will join classrooms virtually to read aloud specially select books that explore themes related to law, justice, and civic responsibility.
  • The sessions last 30-45 minutes and are ideal for grades 2-5.
  • Following each reading, students will have the opportunity to participate in lively discussions, sharing their thoughts, questions, and insights.

    Join Us For This Exciting Annual Civics Learning Event!

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    Read Alouds selected for Bill of Rights Day

    I Voted!
    Carl the Complainer by Michelle Knudsen
    Snowballs for Severance, the Terrifically True Story of Dane Best and the Snowball Ban, by Richie Frieman.

    What Teachers Have Said about the Read Aloud Program:

    “Thank you very much for this special opportunity. We were awestruck by the presenters.”

    Enissa Borine

    Wayne Elementary

    “Thank you so much for such an exciting
    story time.”

    Tarsha Corbitt

    Norwood Elementary

    What ABOTA Members Have Said about the Read Aloud Program:

    “Thank you for allowing me to participate today – the students were wonderful and asked great questions!”

    Judge Caroline Baker

    “I was really looking forward to my reading and I’m glad I did it. The experience was even better than I anticipated. I’d love to do it again.”

    Bob Cooper