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Local Author Series: Storytime with Shinetra Sanders

"Dance, Alika, Dance"
2025-05-31 15:00:00 2025-05-31 16:00:00 America/New_York Local Author Series: Storytime with Shinetra Sanders Join us for a special story time as local author Shinetra Sanders reads her inspiring children's book, "Dance, Alika, Dance." Come and learn about the importance of self-love, confidence and embracing one's unique strength. After the reading, participate in a fun and engaging craft designed to build self-esteem and celebrate what makes you special! Space is limited. Registration is required. Ages 3 yrs. + Miami Lakes Branch -

Saturday, May 31
3:00pm - 4:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-05-31 15:00:00 2025-05-31 16:00:00 America/New_York Local Author Series: Storytime with Shinetra Sanders Join us for a special story time as local author Shinetra Sanders reads her inspiring children's book, "Dance, Alika, Dance." Come and learn about the importance of self-love, confidence and embracing one's unique strength. After the reading, participate in a fun and engaging craft designed to build self-esteem and celebrate what makes you special! Space is limited. Registration is required. Ages 3 yrs. + Miami Lakes Branch -

Join us for a special story time as local author Shinetra Sanders reads her inspiring children's book, "Dance, Alika, Dance." Come and learn about the importance of self-love, confidence and embracing one's unique strength. After the reading, participate in a fun and engaging craft designed to build self-esteem and celebrate what makes you special! Space is limited. Registration is required. Ages 3 yrs. +

Author's Biography:

Shinetra Sanders is a children's book author, educator, and advocate for self-confidence and cultural pride. She discovered her love for reading and writing at a young age, when she won an essay contest at her school in the fifth grade. As a little Black girl navigating life’s challenges, writing became her strength. With a Master’s Degree in Social Work, she now shares her passion for reading and writing in Miami-Dade County Public Schools, empowering children from all backgrounds.

Ms. Sanders wrote and self-published her first children’s book, Dance, Alika, Dance for every child to remind them just how important they are - hoping to inspire them to embrace their own uniqueness, believe in themselves, and celebrate their inner beauty. She is dedicated to helping young voices be heard, reminding them that their thoughts and opinions matter.

She lives with her husband and their two children in Miami-Dade County. Through her writing and interactive read-alouds, she hopes to uplift children, parents, and educators, fostering confidence, resilience, and the joy of storytelling.

AGE GROUP: | Families | Early Childhood (0-5) |

EVENT TYPE: | In-Person | Author Event |

TAGS: | Local Author Series | Author Series |

Miami Lakes Branch
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Phone: 305-822-6520
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Joseph Truglio
Hours
Mon, May 12 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Tue, May 13 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Wed, May 14 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Thu, May 15 9:30AM to 8:00PM
Fri, May 16 9:30AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 17 9:30AM to 6:00PM
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Miami Lakes, FL 33014
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