This year’s Words Take Wing: Honoring Diversity in Children’s
Literature event marked the 20th anniversary of this beloved
program, and the retirement of founder Joanne Banducci from her
position as a chair.
The day’s matinee presentation featured acclaimed children’s
author Thanhhà Lại at the Mondavi Center, who was introduced
to the audience by Social Science credential student Anh
Nguyen. The matinee opened with a performance by the UC
Davis Golden Turtle Lion Dancers, and over 1,200 students
from local school districts were in attendance.