As a kickoff to their PARP celebration, students and families at Susan E. Wiley Elementary School gathered for a fun and engaging Family Literacy Night on March 11, celebrating the joy of reading and the importance of literacy.

The evening’s theme, “Wild About Reading,” featured lively read-alouds of the popular children’s books “Giraffes Can’t Dance” by Giles Andreae and “The Great Kapok Tree” by Lynne Cherry. As students listened to the stories, they explored themes of confidence, kindness and caring for the environment. Following the read-alouds, students participated in a variety of themed activities connected to the books. Families also enjoyed interactive games, including Guess in 10, which encouraged discussion and critical thinking. Every student went home with a new book. The hands-on activities helped reinforce the evening’s literacy themes while encouraging creativity and collaboration among students and their families.