The former first lady is providing a little relief for all the exhausted families trying to keep their children entertained while working from home
For all the exhausted families trying to keep their children entertained during the coronavirus pandemic, here's some good news: Michelle Obama is hosting story time.
The former first lady announced that she is teaming up with PBS Kids and Penguin Random House to host a weekly read-aloud series. For four weeks starting on April 20, Obama will read from one of her favorite children's books in an event called"Mondays with Michelle Obama." First up on the list is"The Gruffalo," written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler.
Join me, @PBSKIDS, and @penguinrandom for read-alongs on Mondays at 12pm ET on @PBSKIDS Facebook and YouTube! https://t.co/839isAWKSt — Michelle Obama April 17, 2020 "As a little kid, I loved to read aloud. And when I became a parent, I found such joy in sharing the magic of storytelling with my own children — and then later, as First Lady, with kids everywhere," Obama said in a statement. Read More"At this time when so many families are under so much stress, I'm excited to give kids a chance to practice their reading and hear some wonderful stories .
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