Flipgrid Live: Celebrate #BeWhoYouAreDay | Microsoft Virtual

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Today: Flipgrid Live Event: Celebrate #BeWhoYouAreDay with Author Todd Parr

Join Flipgrid, Little, Brown Books for Young Readers, and NY Times Bestselling Author, Todd Parr to celebrate #BeWhoYouAreDay!

Todd wants kids to feel just how special they truly are, and that’s why we’re celebrating #BeWhoYouAreDay on September 30, 2021. Your students will learn how Todd overcame obstacles to follow his dream, how to express themselves through art, how to embrace and celebrate themselves, and so much more!

@toddparr  Shop Todd Parr on Amazon.com

Recommended Age Range: 4-10, but are all welcome.


  • This event is online. Review the event description and requirements in advance.
  • For those under 18 years of age who may be joining, it is recommend that a parent/legal guardian be with you during the meeting.
  • To find the link for Online/Virtual events: Click on the Visit Website link. Use the date filter or search using 1-2 words of the event title.

Source[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]

Flipgrid Live: Dive Into the World of Mythology | Microsoft Virtual

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Today:  Flipgrid Live Event: Dive Into the World of Mythology with Author Rick Riordan

Join Rick Riordan, best-selling and beloved author of the Percy Jackson and the Olympians series, as he talks about his newest book, Daughter of the Deep coming this October.

Your learners will have the opportunity to hear how mythical worlds are built, how heroes are developed, and will be inspired to tap into their imagination, unleash creativity, and write. Rick will also discuss his award-winning and best-selling imprint, Rick Riordan Presents, and their new short story collection that includes an all-new Irish mythology story from Rick.

Participants will be able to ask their questions live via a fully moderated chat.

Recommended Age Range: 8+


  • This event is online. Review the event description and requirements in advance.
  • For those under 18 years of age who may be joining, it is recommend that a parent/legal guardian be with you during the meeting.
  • To find the link for Online/Virtual events: Click on the Visit Website link. Use the date filter or search using 1-2 words of the event title.

Source[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]

Flipgrid Live: Southeast Asian Mythology with Author Lori M. Lee | Microsoft Virtual

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Today:  Flipgrid Live Event: Southeast Asian Mythology with Author Lori M. Lee

Join us on October 8 to meet Lori M. Lee, author of Pahua and the Soul Stealer, just released from Rick Riordan Presents.

In this virtual event, Lee will discuss how she tapped into Southeast Asian mythology to tell this story of a Hmong girl and help get your students excited about writing their own mythology-based stories.

@LoriMLee @rickriordan

Recommended Age Range: 8+.


  • This event is online. Review the event description and requirements in advance.
  • For those under 18 years of age who may be joining, it is recommend that a parent/legal guardian be with you during the meeting.
  • To find the link for Online/Virtual events: Click on the Visit Website link. Use the date filter or search using 1-2 words of the event title.

Source[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]

International Day of the Girl 2021 | Microsoft Virtual

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Today:  International Day of the Girl 2021
Join us as we celebrate International Day of the Girl 2021

Microsoft will join the world in observance of International Day of the Girl, October 11, 2021.

Open to all students, we will engage in educational experiences, book readings and with a focus on female influencers highlighting what it means to be empowered.

As we look to inspire all girls to focus on their own empowerment, we are helping to continue to bring awareness around gender equality in technology and beyond.


  • This event is online. Review the event description and requirements in advance.
  • For those under 18 years of age who may be joining, it is recommend that a parent/legal guardian be with you during the meeting.
  • To find the link for Online/Virtual events: Click on the Visit Website link. Use the date filter or search using 1-2 words of the event title.

Source[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]