A new version of the annual Wilmington Montessori School Book Fair was held on Thursday, December 4. As our experience with books and how they “look” shifts, we felt like the traditional book fair should be changed to reflect some of those changes. This year a group of hard-working parents met with Assistant Head of School Laurie Orsic to discuss how to make this happen. In the end, the event was a huge success with books, authors, story time and crafts for all. Of course technology was incorporated into the experience in a couple of ways. A few authors were present to share their books while many others “visited” the Book Fair through videos, sharing the writing and illustration process. Laptops were set up for ordering through Target and Amazon. Using the Amazon link through the WMS website gives the school 4-6% of the cost of the item. It is an easy way to support the school and to do your shopping year round. Continue reading →