Reading SeriesTue, Dec 1, 2026
Dog Man: Comic Creators Lab
Read comic panels, invent a character, and create a comic with a problem and a solution.
- Sequencing
- Inference
- Dialogue
- Organized writing
Partners in Residence
Reading Series + Math Multiplier
Book-inspired adventures and hands-on math challenges, led by the expert educators of Prep Academy Tutors. Kids read, build, create, and solve together.
Prep Academy Tutors of Richmond
Partner in Residence at Discovery Center at Stony Point
Scholastic Book Fair · Nov 20 – Dec 20, 2026
We're celebrating the fair with workshops inspired by the newest Dog Man adventure, Dog Man: A Sprinkle in Time, plus science, adventure and nonfiction titles from the fair's own shelves. Also featured: Wings of Fire by Tui T. Sutherland.
Book Fair Workshops
Four workshops · Workshop 5:45–6:45 pm · Event window 5:30–7:00 pm · Eastern time · Grades 2–5
Read comic panels, invent a character, and create a comic with a problem and a solution.
Solve leveled number puzzles that unlock clues to an original comic mission.
A science, adventure, or nonfiction book from the fair inspires a cardboard or LEGO build.
Design a shop, set a budget, price books, build displays, and take on shopping challenges.
Family pricing
$35per child / one-hour workshop
$140for all four workshops
Register for one workshop or save your spot for the full series. Up to 6 students per tutor group.
Every workshop includes
A comic, build, puzzle mission, or shop design they made themselves.
Kids practice putting their thinking into their own words.
One strength we noticed and one next step to try.
A seasonal learning rhythm
Seasonal ideas tied to important learning moments — not scheduled offerings yet. Future groups and subjects depend on family interest.
Nov – Dec
Book-inspired adventures and hands-on math during the fair.
January
Build routines and set one skill goal for the new year.
Feb – March
Hands-on fractions and writing that grows from big ideas.
Before spring tests
Reading questions, showing thinking, and checking work.
May – June
A summer focus to step confidently into the next grade.
An optional next step
Families who'd like more can continue with optional private tutoring, arranged directly with Prep Academy Tutors and shaped around your child's interests. A fuller tutoring semester is planned for after January 9, 2027.
Interested in a daytime workshop for your group? Reach out and we'll explore what's possible.
Send a group inquiryFamily questions
Prep Academy Tutors of Richmond, our Partner in Residence, teaches the workshops. Discovery handles registration and enrollment — reserve a spot on our Registration page.
Each group has up to 6 students with one tutor, and challenges are matched to each child's readiness. More groups open only when tutor coverage is confirmed.
No. No book purchase or prior reading is required.
Use any Register button on this page to go to our Registration page, or call us if you'd like help choosing a workshop.
No. Private tutoring is optional and is arranged directly with Prep Academy Tutors — it isn't included in workshop tuition.
Only with your permission.
Discovery Center, 9200 Stony Point Pkwy, Suite 192A, Richmond, VA 23235.
Questions? Call 804-372-0921 or email info@discoverychess.com.