Family Saturday - December 6

Family Saturday

101 Things to Do with a Book

Books are so much more than words on a page—they are springboards for curiosity, creativity, and connection. In this interactive session, families will discover simple, fun, and practical strategies to make reading come alive at home. From playful re-reading techniques to creative activities that extend the story, participants will leave with a toolkit of ideas to keep books fresh and exciting every time.

Provider:

Scholastic

From Sock to Stage: Ancient Storytelling for Modern Families

Unlock your family's storytelling potential! Create puppets while exploring rich storytelling traditions from around the world. Discover how puppet play grows with your child, from Pre-K giggles to teen creativity, boosting literacy, focus, confidence, and emotional insight. Parents and kids learn side-by-side in a joyful, hands-on session that turns everyday play into powerful learning. You’ll leave with a puppet, research-backed tools, and screen-free ways to connect long after the workshop ends.

Provider:

PopUp Play

Public Speaking for English Learners

This public speaking workshop is designed as a supportive and interactive space where participants can strengthen their communication skills through practice, feedback, and shared learning. Participants will explore common challenges in public speaking—such as managing nervousness, preparing effectively, and finding the balance between memorization and natural delivery. Participants will also learn strategies for engaging audiences, as well as approaches to handle difficult moments, such as responding to questions when they may not know the answer.

Provider:

The Welcoming Center for New Pennsylvanians

Parents 'R' Equal Partners (PREP)

Parents ‘R’ Equal Partners (PREP) will provide caregivers with the tools needed to become more encouraged and motivated to help their children succeed by preparing them to become effective partners in their children’s educational experience. The children of participating adults will be held to higher expectations, and stronger community relationships will be formed amongst PREP participants.

Provider:

The Educational Advocates Reaching Today's Hardworking Students, Inc. (EARTHS)

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Host or Publisher Parent & Family University - Philadelphia