Join us for a panel discussion with the authors of the recently published book Creating Reading Rainbow: The Untold Story of a Beloved Children’s Series. This book tells the story of how the wonderful series came to be, and how collaboration between libraries, educators, and public broadcasting was instrumental in its development and success. Designed to address the decline in reading skills seen over summer breaks from school, Reading Rainbow premiered in 1983 and reached an audience of 6.5 million young viewers in its first season. It went on to become one of the longest running and most impactful PBS children’s television series, standing beside Sesame Street and Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood. It earned 26 Emmys and a Peabody award, but most importantly, it helped generations of children cultivate a love of reading.

If you have a question you would like answered by the panelists, please include it when you register. Each registrant will be entered for a chance to receive a packet of Reading Rainbow branded promotional materials. NOTE: This event has a registration limit of 500. We anticipate high participation numbers, so we encourage folks to register early!

Questions about registration can be directed to Tor Loney, Library Development Specialist, at Tor.Loney@nysed.gov.<mailto:tor.loney@nysed.gov></mailto:tor.loney@nysed.gov>