April is recognized as the Month of the Military Child. The initiative is dedicated to honoring the young heroes of our military families. To celebrate military children and the power of storytelling, Austin Community College District’s Military Families Center hosts a special book reading called Heroes in the Making: A Storytime Celebration for Military Children on Saturday, April 12.
Heroes in the Making: A Storytime Celebration for Military Children
Date: Saturday, April 12, 2025
Time: 10 a.m. – Noon (with storytime from 10:30 – 10:45 a.m.)
Location: ACC Rio Grande Campus – The Center for Government and Civic Service, 1218 West Ave., Austin, TX 78701
The event is supported by Austin PBS, ACC Trustee Nan McRaven, and her brother, retired Admiral William H. McRaven, during Military Children’s Month. Recognized annually every April, the month is dedicated to honoring the contributions of children in military families and providing them with support, encouragement, and recognition.
During the event, Admiral McRaven will read from his newest New York Times Bestseller children’s book, “Be a Hero with Skipper the Seal,” co-authored with his daughter, Kelly Marie McRaven. The story follows Skipper, an adventurous young seal who learns valuable lessons in courage, leadership, and perseverance—qualities that inspire military children and families alike.
In addition to Admiral McRaven’s reading, Austin PBS and other literacy-focused partners will be on-site to promote the joy of reading and will be giving away books to young readers.
All military families, ACC students, staff, and faculty are invited to celebrate the resilience of military children and the magic of books at this free event.
For more information, contact the Military Families Center at [email protected].
Tags: Austin PBS, Heroes in the Making, Military Families Center
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