The Midwest Writing Center and the Davenport Public Library Proudly Present:
The David R. Collins Children's Literature Festival
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
8:30 A.M.—1:30 P.M.
River Center, Davenport
 

Registration form coming soon!
Check back for a list of the 2011 Presenters!

 

The David R. Collins Children’s Literature Festival is named after its eponymous founder, a beloved author and teacher who
passed away in 2001.  David founded the Festival in 1978 and guided its subsequent growth.  Now, it continues in his
memory— dedicated to his goal of encouraging future generations of readers and writers.  

 

Each elementary school in the Mississippi Valley community is invited to share in the excitement at the David R. Collins
Children’s Literature Festival at the Davenport River Center on October 25, 2011.  Home-schooled children also are
encouraged to participate.

Each adult supervisor may bring four students from grades 3, 4, 5, or 6.  The cost for an adult supervisor and four students
is $25.  You may bring an unlimited number of students, but you must have one adult supervisor for every
four students.

Festival authors and illustrators will meet with assigned groups to discuss their work, share ideas, and answer questions.
Students will have the opportunity to visit the Book Sale table which will feature the presenters’ books. Books
and artwork by these authors and illustrators will be available for purchase and autographing. Books range
from $2-$30.  Proceeds from these sales will be used for future festivals. 

Check-in on Tuesday, October 25 is from 8:00-8:45 A.M. The program begins at 9:00 a.m. so please be seated
quickly after you register. Children, with their supervisor, will be provided an assigned schedule and packet of materials. 

Students should bring a sack lunch.