Senior Vice President, and Chief Community Impact Officer at The Bushnell
This first-person narrative begins in the early 1960s when the author’s father unexpectedly disappears, plunging the family into poverty. Faced with inner-city violence, her mother’s failing health, and institutionalized racism, her bitterness deepens. But when a violin enters her life, she experiences the stirrings of hope. In a series of funny and tender episodes, the author shares the many struggles she faces on the road to her dreams. Young readers will find inspiration here, while adults may read this book as a moving testimony to how the arts and a strong family can change a child’s life.
Creative Learning Package
1.) Students will receive an autographed copy of “The Gift” to read.
2.) Author, Yolande Spears, will provide an assignment to complete at home.
3.) Students will attend a Creative Learning Day at The Bushnell on Wednesday, June 4th from 9:15am-2:15pm. Students will meet the author for a talk-back and Q&A, and participate in creative workshops with Master Teaching Artists connected to the story and assignment.
Open to children in grade 5
1 child: $65
