Meet Authors Brandon Graham and Lesley Van Arsdall with Illustrator Mr. Tom with their book BG’s ABCs Tackling Football and Life at Children’s Book World on May 31
We are thrilled to welcome two-time Super Bowl winner, Brandon Graham with co-author Lesley Van Arsdall, and illustrator, Mr. Tom to celebrate their new book, BG’s ABCs Tackling Football and Life. Brandon, Lesley and Mr. Tom will be signing from 10:00am – until 11:30am on Saturday, May 31st.
Tickets are required. Due to time constraints, a ticket is limited to two attendees only. Maximum purchase is three tickets.
Please read the entire guidelines before purchasing your tickets.
- Your ticket will admit TWO attendees and include ONE copy of the book. Children under 3 do not need a ticket. Additional copies of the book (up to 5) are available when you purchase your ticket at Eventbrite
- You will receive your book(s) when you check in. Check in will start at 9:30am.
- Due to time constraints only BG’s ABCs will be signed. Please be aware that no Eagles merchandise (or other merchandise) will be signed.
- There will be no posed photos; however, if you are willing to hand your camera/phone to our staff member they will be happy to take photos of your interactions with Brandon.
- Metered Street parking is available. Free parking is also available at the SEPTA lot on Haverford Station Rd. Please be aware that Haverford Square is NOT parking for CBW and they do tow cars.
Click here to get your tickets from Eventbrite!
About BG’s ABCs Tackling Football and Life
A is for attitude. B is for bravery. C is for confidence.
That’s how Philadelphia Eagle Brandon Graham learned his ABCs. And now, with BG’s ABCs, you can too! In this charming alphabet book, Graham and Lesley Van Arsdall teach motivational words and leadership lessons to encourage dreams and educate young readers, helping the whole family set goals for hard work, imagination, and joy.
BG’s ABCs emphasizes a never give up mindset while also teaching lessons of kindness and respect. Using BG’s ABCs as a guide, young readers are sure to achieve victory while also developing a zest for life!
About Brandon Graham
Brandon Graham, two time Super Bowl champion, has played fifteen seasons in the NFL with the Philadelphia Eagles. He was selected to the Pro Bowl in 2020 and has played the most regular-season games in Eagles history. Graham’s shining moment came in the 2017 Super Bowl, when his sack of Patriots quarterback Tom Brady led the Eagles to their first ever Super Bowl championship. Born and raised in Detroit, Michigan, he now makes his home in suburban Philadelphia with his wife and two children.
About Lesley Van Arsdall
Lesley Van Arsdall is a seasoned TV news veteran who has covered Philadelphia sports and local and national news as both an anchor and a reporter. A graduate of the University of Pennsylvania, she lives outside Philadelphia with her husband and two sons. She is the coauthor of The Mouse Who Played Football.
About Mr. Tom
Mr. Tom is an illustrator from West Chester, Pennsylvania. When not painting and creating Acutely Believable Creatures, he spends time herding his three tiny humans and hugging his “much-smarter-than-he-is” partner. He is the illustrator of The Mouse Who Played Football.