WRITER'S CRAFT - HOT BOOKS
On Wednesday 13th November McAuley students and staff had the pleasure once again of an inspiring visit from Adjunct Professor Dr Kaye Lowe. Kaye presented a Writer's Craft to students - further encouraging the love of writing and books!
Dr Lowe was able to visit classrooms and was impressed with students reading choices to be reading the book that ”You just want to keep reading... "You need to read to just find out what happens next!”
- Stage 2 students were given tips to read a couple of chapters to ensure you get to know the story before choosing another ”Give the book a chance, but if it isn’t that hot book... change it!"
- Read other books in the series, or another book by the same author if you find a book you love.
Stage 1 students shared some of their current writing which greatly impressed Dr Lowe with their great vocabulary and "Writer’s Craft".
Stage 3 students also shared some of the authors they love to read and books that they are currently enjoying... A couple of students also shared their very creative texts.
Secondary English Teachers, Ms Fran Clarke and Mrs Jeanette Dumbrell also had the opportunity to work with Dr Lowe and be inspired by her wealth of knowledge regarding literature.
Notable authors recommended include:
Kindergarten
Pamela Allen, Alison Lester, Mem Fox and bridging text series, Little Lunch and Hey Jack.
Stage 1
Sally Rippin, Roald Dahl, David Walliams and Ahn Doh.
Stage 2
Michael Morporgo, Kris Kofler, Katherine Rendell, Morris Gleitzman, FC Jones, Tim Winton and Children’s Classics.
Stage 3
Jack Heath, Jackie French, Dianne Wolfer and Rick Riordan.
We are very appreciative for Dr Lowes' assistance in continuing to encourage our students to enjoy reading and celebrating their writing efforts. Dr Lowe was also able to secure a further $2500 for primary student reading literature.
