Taylor Swift To Share The Magic Of Reading With Scholastic In Exclusive Video

Scholastic, will present an exclusive video featuring an inspiring, personal conversation with Taylor Swift about how reading and writing can open a world of possibilities for children.

Swift will also share with young viewers the books that have influenced her the most and a never before seen clip from behind the scenes at one of her recent music videos.

As part of Scholastic's new reading initiative, "Open a World of Possible," the 30-minute exclusive video will air on Scholastic.com beginning on October 29, 2014, at 1 p.m. ET/10 a.m. PT.

In a nod to her multi-week No. 1 international smash hit single, "Shake It Off," Swift will discuss how music helps her shake off the tough moments in life. Following the video, students can enter Scholastic's "This is How I Shake it Off" writing contest for the chance to win tickets and a meet-and-greet for two at an upcoming Taylor Swift concert.

Additional prizes for runners up include a signed guitar and signed copies of Taylor's new "1989" CD. Students in grades 3-8 attending a U.S. school can enter the contest by submitting a one-page creative essay or poem about how they shake off mean comments and hard times.

October is National Bullying Prevention Month, a great time to approach the subject of bullying with kids.

In support of this observance and the video with Swift, Scholastic has curated a collection of resources that address bullying, building resilience and fostering a love of reading in kids.