Click here to join the Morgridge International Reading Center's Blog written by leading international experts on all forms of literacy. The 4th Annual UCF Book Festival/Orlando 2013 will be on Saturday, April 13, 2013 at the UCF Arena.  Get up to date information on invited authors and activities. The Mennello Museum, a Morgridge International Reading Center partner, is offering Special Events this Spring, including Free Family Days each month. Learn more about special exhibits, festivals and other events for the entire family. Teaching to the Core, 2013 Series presents three seminar opportunities for professional learning. This Series turns the language of the Common Core State Standards into explicit teaching prompts to meet the needs of students, focused on teaching in three areas: text complexity, close reading, and writing instruction.  Download the MIRC Executive Report 2011-2012.