Book Corner!

Erhun, our Chairperson, would like to recommend 'Winston Was Worried', by Pamela Duncan Edwards and Benji Davies:

The book is about a dog called Winston who thought he was unlucky because he had a splinter and then a wobbly tooth.

But, what he didn't realise was that his friends were even more unfortunate than he was.

It is a very funny book and I would recommend it for anyone from Reception to Year 2 (maybe even Year 3).

Erhun

Reading Leader Recommendations!

 Source: pinterest

 

Your wonderful Reading Leaders have some book suggestions for you, especially if you are in Middle School!

Thank you to Callum and Mwayi for these excellent reviews- they certainly made me want to go out and read these books straight away! Click on the pictures to make them larger and easier to read:

Book of the Week!

Source: Amazon.co.uk

Sam is miserable. His parents have gone on a trip to the moon and he has been left in the care of the beastly Hilda Hardbottom. Life can't get any worse- until one day a spaceship lands in his cabbage patch; out of it steps a friendly little alien called Splodge. Splodge is a fantastic new friend for Sam, especially since he knows how to make him invisible! 'The Invisible Boy', by Sally Gardner, is perfect for 7+, and its combination of fun and magic is a perfect recipe for a story to be enjoyed time and time again.

By Rosa, Ella and Cordelia

Books of the Week!

We have some key-themed book selections for you this week!

'The Secret Garden', By Frances Hodgson Burnett, is a beautiful and descriptive book, that tells a moving story of a young girl and her new experience in England. After her parents' sudden death, Mary is sent to live with her uncle...
A perfect book for 8-12 year olds.

This book, by Sally Gardner-  appropriate for 11 year olds up - is a captivating story about a family and secrets. 'The Key That Led to Where' is a wonderful book. When A.J. finds a key and unusual events follow, he discovers many secrets... and lies, along the way. A door is found and A.J. must decide on which side he belongs; the past or the present.

By Ella, Cordelia and Rosa

Book of the Week!

Source: amazon.co.uk/ Emma McCann

Welcome back to school- we hope you all had a lovely holiday. This week we decided to pick a picture book for everyone to enjoy, and we think 'Munch' is perfect for all ages. It is an exciting story with a twist about a toast-loving monster called 'Munch', written by Emma McCann.

One day, while eating his favourite breakfast of 17 slices of toast with broccoli jam, he spots an article in the newspaper about a dangerous monster on the loose. What is he going to do?

Digital Writing Leaders

Book of the Week!

Judith Kerr; Amazon

When Hitler Stole Pink Rabbit, by Judith Kerr.
For ages 9+

With the growing threat of Hitler looming over Berlin, Anna and her family flee to escape the conflict. Before, Anna was too busy with friends and schoolwork to even notice the changes, but now she is running for her life.

Her father is wanted dead or alive and with so much changing around her, Anna feels like she's losing a main bit of her life. Through the eyes of a child, the story is told in a different way. This book is based on the personal experiences of the author, Judith Kerr, which really brings the book to life.

By Ella and Cordelia

World Book Day!

We have had a marvellous day at St. Anthony's! We all dressed up as our favourite book characters and enjoyed a day of reading! We also raised lots of money for the important charity: Book Aid International.

Even the adults were dressed up today! Here are pictures of just a few of them (for more photos of our Book Week- take a look at the monitor in the office from next week!):

We had an exciting assembly this afternoon and four children were presented with special book prizes for their 'Mystery Reader' photos.

Congratulations to:

Vwegba in St. Julie's

Deborah in St. Francis'

Calum in St. George's

Bella in St. John's

We will put up a post with their winning 'Mystery Reader' entries this weekend!

The whole school worked hard to write a special story today, which was read enthusiastically by our Digital Writing Team this afternoon. Tomorrow, the story will be up on the blog for you all to enjoy.

Watch this space for 'Miniature Max's Massive Mars Mission'!