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Meet the Authors
Author Visits: Writers meet Readers
There is nothing quite like author visits to get kids reading, writing and understanding the creative process. They will be exposed to a new profession that sparks questions and thoughts of creativity.
After the author reading, children have the opportunity of purchasing the author’s books and getting them signed.
Come and Meet Our Local Authors
Ava’s Adventures Abroad, Samantha Wyatt
Ava’s Adventures Abroad, Samantha Wyatt
When a little girl named Ava goes on a treasure hunting adventure, she discovers something more wonderful than the flying carpets and magic lamps she initially wanted to find! Join Ava and her camel guide Mike as they visit the many sites of Abu Dhabi and find truly amazing riches.
| Dates | Time |
|---|---|
| Thursday, October 11, 2018 | 10 am – 12 pm |
| Friday, October 12, 2018 | 4 pm – 6 pm |
| Saturday, October 13, 2018 | 10 am – 12 pm |
The Boy Who knew the Mountains, Michelle Ziolkowski
His family and tribe had misunderstood the boy who knew the mountains. But we knew, he was indeed special.
In this charming tale, a young boy living alone in the mountains rescues a girl who is lost. Upon returning to her village, they are greeted by cheering family and friends. Ultimately, the characters in this story gain an understanding and acceptance of the boy who knew the mountains.
| Dates | Time |
|---|---|
| Thursday, October 11, 2018 | 1 pm – 3 pm |
| Friday, October 12 , 2018 | 4 pm – 6 pm |
| Saturday, October 13 , 2018 | 1 pm – 3 pm |
The UAE Old and New Money, Khadijah Al Kudsi
Emirati sisters Shamma and Mariam and their brothers Sultan and Khalifa set out to find an old Marie Therese silver dollar – once, one of the region’s most prized coins – for their grandmother Ausha.
During their adventures, the children learn how people in Abu Dhabi earned a living before the founding of the UAE, about the real value of money and the importance of earning a living.
| Dates | Time |
|---|---|
| Thursday, October 11 , 2018 | 1 pm – 3 pm |
| Friday, October 12 , 2018 | 4 pm – 6 pm |
| Saturday, October 13 , 2018 | 1 pm – 3 pm |
The Egret Tree, Daphne Mercer
A beautiful counting book for little ones that is set in a tree outside the Al Maqam Palace in Abu Dhabi. It houses a nesting colony of little egrets.
The Author Daphne Mercer will also be having a workshop for parents on the ‘Importance of Reading’.
| Dates | Time |
|---|---|
| Thursday, October 11 , 2018 | 2 pm – 4 pm |
| Friday, October 12 , 2018 | 5 pm – 7 pm |
| Saturday, October 13 , 2018 | 2 pm – 4 pm |
The Tales of Hamad, Ahmed Shoaibi
The series Hamad going on a fun new adventure where he learns a valuable and educational lesson.
The subject themes of the stories will vary widely to appeal to different tastes while always being appropriate for this age group and this culture.
| Dates | Time |
|---|---|
| Thursday, October 11 , 2018 | 1 pm – 5 pm |
| Friday, October 12 , 2018 | 4 pm – 7 pm |
| Saturday, October 13 , 2018 | 1 pm – 5 pm |