Children's Book Author Transforms Local Ice Cream Shop into a Classroom for Data Literacy

WASHINGTON - April 9, 2025 - PRLog -- Miramar, FL – Author Chandra Donelson turned a local ice cream shop into an unexpected learning space, proving that education can happen anywhere. During a book reading at Icy and Spicy in Miramar, Florida, Donelson introduced children to fundamental data concepts in a setting far removed from a traditional classroom.

The event, part of her ongoing efforts to make data literacy accessible to young learners, encouraged children to think critically about how data influences everyday decisions. Through an interactive book reading, Donelson introduced children to quantitative and qualitative data, using ice cream as an example. She explained how numbers—such as scoop counts and topping choices—represent quantitative data, while flavors and textures illustrate qualitative data. By using ice cream as an example, Donelson demonstrated how data is embedded in simple, real-world choices.

As part of her initiative to expand educational opportunities in underserved communities, Donelson donated books from her Inspiration Library to each child in attendance, ensuring they had resources to continue their learning beyond the event.

The gathering at Icy and Spicy was one stop on Donelson's broader book tour one stop on Donelson's broader book tour, which aims to introduce data literacy to children in an engaging and relatable way. The tour includes visits to schools, libraries, and community spaces, reinforcing the idea that learning can take place in a variety of environments.

For more information on upcoming events or to support the Inspiration Library, visit www.thedatadetective.org. Follow along on Instagram (@the_data_detective) for updates and behind-the-scenes moments from the tour.