An Afternoon w/ Zelle Crawford| A Book Signing and Private Chat Event!

Join us for an afternoon with educator, public health leader, and family sciences expert "Zelle" Allyson Crawford as she debuts her book Bomba Bebé and treats us to an interactive private chat and book signing! All Ages Welcome!

About The Author

“Zelle” (Elizabeth) Allyson Crawford is a teacher-educator specializing in child-parent wellbeing. A leader in numerous education and public health projects, Zelle holds a Master of Arts in Teaching from Loyola Marymount University and is a Culture of Health Fellow of the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. A long time meditation and yoga practitioner, Zelle is passionate about building positive interdisciplinary, intergenerational, and multicultural connections in all areas of life. Based in the Bronx, NY with strong ties to Lares, Puerto Rico and rural NJ, Zelle is a dancer, writer, and illustrator with a deep appreciation for the arts and a lifelong love of travel.

About The Book

A vibrant bilingual picture book for all ages, centering young readers ages 4-8, and celebrating the joy of dance, cultural identity, and community! (English/Spanish)

"Bomba Bebé" is a true (hi)story about a child who discovers from an early age that afrolatin dance is a cultural superpower that brings freedom, healing, and love to everyone, no matter where or when. This beautifully illustrated picture book shows the power and significance of Bomba - Puerto Rico's traditional community dance form - as a promising pathway for violence reduction in the United States and outlying territories. 

"Bomba Bebé" is more than just a story; it's an experience! Thoughtfully designed to spark meaningful conversations between caretakers and children, this book includes learning questions to encourage critical thinking and build healthy relationships, as well as multicultural resources for further exploration. You’ll also find references to active Bomba groups where families can connect with dance communities in person.

This is the first book in the fantasy nonfiction series "Bebé & Friends," written and illustrated to foster a love for dance, community, and multicultural awareness. Join the journey today!

All children's tickets include a copy of the book!

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