Library and Maker Space News
New Books
Last week we took delivery of some very exciting new books for the Library collection. The purchase of these books was made possible thanks to the rewards we receive from Scholastic Book Club and Book Fair. Every purchase families make when purchasing books through Book Club and Book Fair contributes to a rewards program offered by Scholastic. The reward points can then be used to purchase books requested by the students to add to the Library.
This month we were able to purchase new releases in popular book series including “Dog Man”, “The Bad Guys” and “Weirdo”. We were also able to include some new books with unicorns and Minecraft that had been requested by the students. Thank you for your continued support.
Lego Robotics Club
Students in years 4, 5, and 6 have an opportunity to participate in a Lego Robotics Club on Tuesday at first break. Over the last week interested students have started building their first robot and will learn coding basics in the coming weeks.
We are working towards putting a small team together to participate in a local robotics tournament at the end of the term. It is not too late for students to join if they are interested, but students who come along are asked to make the commitment to come each week for the duration of the term.
Other Reminders:
Premier’s Reading Challenge
The 10th of May marks the beginning of the reading period for the 20201 Premier’s Reading Challenge. To complete the challenge students in Prep – Year 4 need to read 20 books, and students in Year 5 and Year 6 need to read 15 books. Reading record sheets are available from class teachers and from the Library.
National Simultaneous Storytime
Our annual National Simultaneous Storytime event will be held on the 19th of May in the school hall at 11.00 a.m. This year’s book, “Give Me Some Space”, will be read live by an astronaut on the International Space Station.
Students are welcome to join in with our space themed activities after listening to the book.
May is National Family Reading Month
Is your family participating in the 31 Day Reading Challenge? Visit the Scholastic website for more information and take up the challenge with your family.
Have a great week!
Mrs Wilkinson and Mrs H.
Book Fair Starts This Week!
Book Fair opens this Friday May 7th at 8.00 a.m. and will run until Wednesday May 12th.
Book Fair will be open before school each day from 8.00 a.m. and after school until approximately 4.00 p.m.
Parents and caregivers are welcome to visit book fair (please ensure social distancing guidelines are followed). Payment for books can be made online, using EFTPOS facilities at the Book Fair, and with cash.
Images of the Book Fair, including book pricing, will be posted on the P&C Facebook page for families who are unable to attend the Book Fair but would still like to view the books that are available.
The preview below shows some of the exciting books that will be available at Book Fair. Also shown is a payment slip for families who wish to make payment on line.
Popular book titles often sell out quickly, but most are able to be ordered for delivery within approximately 7 days of the book fair’s completion. Please note that stationery items that sell out quickly cannot be reordered.
We hope to see you at our Book Fair!
