Did you grow up watching Reading Rainbow?!?! Then this event is for you AND your kiddos!

Celebrate the joy of reading and imagination with Ezra; he loves discovering new picture books with his friend LeVar Burton, whom he knows from TV!

Ezra’s friend LeVar always has a book to share. From playing in the snow, to decorating eggs, to eating pancakes with Paul Bunyan–Ezra and LeVar explore all different kinds of stories. Through imaginative play they discover new worlds, learn to be curious, and revel in reading. One day young Ezra meets LeVar Burton in real life! Soon afterward, Ezra discovers that his friends know LeVar from TV, too. 

This joyous celebration of the impact that LeVar Burton had on kids during his years on television stems from the author’s real-life admiration of LeVar Burton and their chance meeting when Ezra was a child.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Ezra Edmond is a Los Angeles-born writer, director, and animation producer. In October 2024, he debuted as a children’s book author with My Friend LeVar, a tribute to host LeVar Burton, the magic of the long-running PBS series Reading Rainbow, and Ezra's own love of reading. Outside of work, Ezra enjoys traveling, trying new foods, and spending time with friends and loved ones, including his wife, Sarah, and dog, Sherman. Learn more Ezra at : www.ezraedmond.com