WVPB Brings Sesame Street To The Celebration At The 2023 West Virginia Book Festival

This year, a beloved and familiar presence made the event even more special – iconic character standees, books and activities from Sesame Street, courtesy of West Virginia Public Broadcasting.

Two women stand next to each other behind a table smiling for the camera. There are cut out standees of Sesame Street characters around the table as well as colorful balloons.

The 2023 West Virginia Book Festival came to life in Charleston, as book lovers of all ages flocked to the Charleston Coliseum and Convention Center.

This year, a beloved and familiar presence made the event even more special – iconic character standees, books and activities from Sesame Street, courtesy of West Virginia Public Broadcasting (WVPB).

Reading took center stage in this year’s festival as WVPB distributed hundreds of free books to children of all ages. But the festivities extended far beyond the world of books.

Families were treated to a day filled with creative crafts, engaging games, and invaluable information about learning opportunities for children. The event was not merely about reading; it was about celebrating the joy of learning and the endless possibilities that come with it.

Learn more about WVPB Education and how our team strives to educate, inform and inspire.

Author: Maggie Holley

Maggie Holley joined West Virginia Public Broadcasting in January 2022 as Director of Education. She came to WVPB after 16 years in education, which included more than nine years as a middle school science teacher and six years in administration. She is a native of Floyd County, Kentucky, and one of five daughters in a coal mining family. She received her bachelor's degree from Morehead State University, her master's from Georgetown College and her educational leadership certificate from Salem University.

Exit mobile version