In the classroom

For the event held throughout the campus, each brought their best writing to share with students from kindergarten through fifth grades.

About eight young writers were assigned to each cross-age group headed up by a parent volunteer or teacher. Then, in read-around style, children politely listened as schoolmates read their original stories aloud and showed the illustrations.

"This is an awesome way to promote literacy at all grade levels," said second grade teacher Christy McCabe. "My students choose their own topics and are so excited about "publishing" their books that many have written multiple books to share with their friends and classmates." 

After each story, students are encouraged to offer positive feedback to the young authors. 

When Allison Tan read "The Journey to Hamster Land" members in her circle group enjoyed talking about their own pets during the discussion.

In another class, students imagined what they would do if they had magic powers.

This is the best day of the year at Quail Summit, said Principal Alysia Hobbs.

"The children glow with pride and it's a great, feel-good day!"