Mrs. Bush and Marc Brown, known for his Arthur the aardvark illustrations, seen in the background, who is also taking part in the festival, held a drawing session with Russian second-graders, followed by a question-and-answer session. 
YES! I commented to a friend about that - I wonder if she speaks English? A common language always helps break down barriers, but there is something in Laura that this other first lady is very drawn to. I like it.
Mrs. Bush and Marc Brown, known for his Arthur the aardvark illustrations, seen in the background, who is also taking part in the festival, held a drawing session with Russian second-graders, followed by a question-and-answer session.