Jul 31st, 2008
Book Week 2008 Fuel Your Mind
Guest speakers, activities, quizzes, sizzling snags!
It all kicks off August 18 – 22
Tuesday August 5 – Andy Wright - International Story Teller
Andy will be performing for all Year 7 students in the Hall during session 4.
Monday August 18 – Fan Making
All that glitters…..fan making in the library during lunch.
Tuesday August 19 – Quiz: Where is Einstein?
Collect a quiz sheet and tell us where Einstein is. The first 3 correct entries drawn will each receive a $20 book voucher.
Tuesday August 19 – Barry Jonsberg
Barry Jonsberg speaks to all Year 9 students in the Hall during session 4.
Tuesday August 19 – Scot Gardner 7.00pm
Scot Gardner will speak to parents and share his thoughts on reading and writing. Drinks and finger food will be provided.
Wednesday August 20 – Book Fair
The seminar room will be choc-a-block full of great books to buy for both students and staff. Bring your cash. Most books will be less than $20.
Thursday August 21 - Sausage Sizzle
Sausages and cans of drink will be available in the Chapel Courtyard.
Friday August 22 – Fan Making continues
Thursday August 28 – Archie Fusillo
Archie will be performing for all Year 8 students in the Hall during session 4.
The Shortlist for Older Readers
Don’t Call Me Ishmael by Gerard Bauer (F BAU)
One Whole and Perfect Day by Margaret Clarke (F CLA)
Monster Blood Tattoo: Foundling by D. M. Cornish (F COR)
The Red Shoe by Ursula Dubosarsky (F DUB)
Red Spikes by Margo Lanagan (F LAN)
My Big Birkett by Lisa Shanahan (F SHA)
