PHOTO GALLERY: Local author reads to third-graders

Author Joseph Spinella prepares for his book reading in Ronnie Riceberg’s 3rd grade classroom at Phillippi Shores Elementary School.

Joseph Spinella read his book “From Green, White and Red to Red, White and Blue” to Ronnie Riceberg’s 3rd grade class Monday, Nov. 25, at Phillippi Shores Elementary School.

Author Joseph Spinella introduces himself to the 3rd graders in Ronnie Riceberg’s classroom at Phillippi Shores Elementary School.

Author Joseph Spinella gives a brief history of Italy and his life before reading his book to the class.

Author Joseph Spinella talks to the class about his life in Sicily.

Olivia Williamson and Finley Linehan look at the visuals Spinella passed around the classroom during his presentation.

The students eagerly answer Spinella’s questions during his presentation.

Amelia Malkin takes a look at the visuals Joseph Spinella passed around the classroom while presenting his book to the class.