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Classroom Visit: Beals Elementary School

Beals Elementary School has been a partner in our school program network since 2014. The town of Beals, where the school is located, actually encompasses two islands—Great Wass and Beals Islands. What makes Beals Elementary special? With around 40 students attending annually in pre-K–8, it’s a very close-knit community and one that’s tied to the… Read more

Island Schools: Adventures & Opportunities

Visiting island schools presents unique challenges. Early mornings, ferry schedules, unpredictable weather—all conspire to make those trips out a true adventure for our author and illustrator partners. IRW is fortunate to have creative friends who embrace the experience of traveling to island schools, both to meet and work with the incredible children who live there… Read more