We currently have 270 overdue books!   

Everyone can place their books in the return tubs before school Monday – Friday and during lunch times Monday to Thursday.  If your child has lost or misplaced a book, please let me know as soon as possible so I may search for it at school or organise for you to be invoiced the cost of the missing/lost book. 

Sadie, Hiya, James, Scarlett, and Edith took part in the Readers Cup, year 5/6 Brisbane region where they read up to five books and answered questions across five challenging rounds. Competing against 29 teams, they worked exceptionally well, showing great determination. A highlight of the event was meeting Charlotte Barkla, the author, which was an exciting experience for them all. Congratulations on your amazing effort and commitment—what a fantastic achievement! 

Term 3 brings the excitement and celebration of the Children’s Book Council of Australia annual book week.  This year the CBCA celebrates its 80th birthday!  Watch this space for further details.  

Founded in 2024, The ASLA DANZ Awards celebrate diverse children’s fiction published in Australia and New Zealand, honouring books that challenge stereotypes, push boundaries, and highlight diverse and marginalised communities, including those representing disability, culture, LGBTQI+, race and religion. 

Congratulations to local Brisbane author and book creative, Remy Lai for her award for the graphic novel, Ghost Book at the DANZ awards. You can borrow this from our graphic novel shelves now! 

Out of The Box Festival is back and has amazing entertainment for children.  There are many stories brought to life starting with old favourites, The Gruffalo, and The Green Sheep. You can also experience The Lost Lending Library (an interactive activity) and listen to Gurril Storm Bird in jarjum. Check out the link here: https://www.qpac.com.au/engage/projects-and-events/out-of-the-box-festival/program/

Happy Reading,
Justine
jcoop297@eq.edu.au