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JOIN THE MY FRIEND THE LIBRARY
VIDEO CHALLENGE

Do you love libraries?  Have a favorite book?  What about a librarian that inspired you?

Create an original song, poem, rap, dance, or any performing art about what the library means to you. If creativity isn't your thing, make a video about your favorite book to inspire others to read!

CHALLENGE INSTRUCTIONS

Follow the steps below

to create and send us your video.

STEP 1

GET CREATIVE

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1. Inspiration

  1. What is your favorite book or genre to read and why?

  2. What 3 books would you bring with you to a deserted island?

  3. Share a story of your favorite librarian.

  4. Share the story of when you first discovered the library.

  5. Choose your own library prompt!

Select a prompt for your video:

Song

Dance

Poem

Rap

Mime

Comedy

Skit

Combination of 2 or more

Choose your performing art:

2. Brainstorming

Keep practicing until you're happy with it!

Enjoy the process while you create.

3. Have Fun

STEP 2

MAKE YOUR VIDEO

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1 Ask the parent or guardian in your home to film your video using a phone or camera.

2 Choose a location with ample lighting and position the camera at eye or above eye level.

3 For better balance, use the rule of 3rds when filming and stand at least 3-4 feet away from the camera. Remember to stay within the frame of the video!
(Choose a medium shot, 4 - 5 feet, or a long shot, 5 - 7 feet for your video.)

4 Keep the camera steady and horizontal, speak loud and clearly, and 3...2...1... Action! Take as many pauses or takes needed until you get your perfect shot.

5 Keep your video submissions within the range of 30 seconds - 3 minutes for the best chance to shine!

STEP 3

SUBMIT YOUR VIDEO

Ask an adult to click the button below to submit your finished video and get featured on our website!

ASK AN ADULT TO SEND US YOUR VIDEO

Here are some tips on how to make a video.

When your video is ready, ask the adult in your home to fill out the form below.

Part of a group? Click the button below to complete the GROUP form.

Rules for Submission:

  • Video should be between 30 seconds and 3 minutes

  • Use Google Drive, Vimeo, Dropbox, or any File Transfer Program OR email to library@gordoneducation.org

  • Link should be viewable and downloadable without a password

Select consent:

By entering a song, poem, rap, dance, or another performing art on behalf of someone aged under 18, you are consenting to the following:


• I am over 18 and the legal parent/guardian of the child/children in the submitted video.


• I grant Gordon Education a royalty-free license to display the song/poem/rap/dance/performance art in any territory.


• Gordon Education has the right to edit any submission to fit the requirements needed.


By entering a song, poem, rap, or performance art you are confirming that you have read, understood, and consent to the statements above.

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Having difficulty submitting your child's video? Email us at info@gordoneducation.org

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