At PS 83 Donald Hertz, the Principal wanted a piece of artwork that reflected the fourth grade curriculum. After reviewing the various curriculum modulars and books, an obvious theme emerged!  While fourth graders studied different flora and fauna around the world, they also explore how different children learn across the globe.

In her first collaboration with Thrive Collective, veteran muralist Laura Alvarez drew from experiences as an illustrator and children’s book author to create a story book inspired design called, “My Librarian is a Camel.” Painted in the 4th grade stairwell, the installation includes six distinct murals and depicts how youth in Thailand, Indonesia, Kenya, Peru and England receive books and learn.