The Great Book Swap

During the first week of Term 4, our primary students participated in the Great Book Swap as part of their library lessons. This initiative, organised by the Indigenous Literacy Foundation, celebrates local reading while raising funds to provide books and learning resources, often in First Languages—for children living in remote communities across Australia.

Following a presentation at the end of Term 3 Assembly by Charlotte Randall, Annabelle Dempsey, and Matilda Tatlow, members of the Primary School Reconciliation Committee, the students were encouraged to bring a favourite book to swap and a gold coin to donate.

The library buzzed with excitement as students exchanged books, discovered new titles, and learned about the importance of supporting Indigenous children and communities in accessing books.

Congratulations to our primary students for raising nearly $400 for the Indigenous Literacy Foundation!

Karen McBride
Primary Teacher Librarian