We started our celebration of books with a performance titled Back to Before which brought several of the shortlisted books to life.  The whole school saw and loved this performance.

Illustrator Sally Heinrich came to the school on Monday and worked with all the junior primary classes.  She showed how Asian Culture has influenced her illustrations in many books.

On Tuesday the year 7 students all travel by bus to
Marion to select their graduation present from parents and friends, a book, at the Angus and Robertson store.

Our big day was the Friday when we had an extended bookweek parade where every child dressed up as a book character. Grand Parents were invited and saw many excellent musical performances, had morning tea and were able to have a quick look into their grandchildren’s classroom.

Science Week was also included in our celebrations and every student had a piece of Art work framed and on display for sale.

Author Peter MacFarlane came to the school on Friday worked with all the Year 3 – 7 primary classes.  He showed how through detailed description, you could really paint a picture and write a great story.

Finally the next week the Reception and Year 1 class went to the Blackwood library where the very clever librarians put on a great performance for all the 5 and 6 year olds.