Introducing OpenBook – a new initiative fostering a love of reading in Year 8
Learning in the Library
We are very excited to invite Year 8 families to take part in our inaugural OpenBook reading initiative. OpenBook – What will we discover?… is a buddy reading program for Year 8 families to promote reading and conversation. Interested families are invited to sign up and choose a book from a robust selection centred around three key themes:
- Stories of finding courage
- Stories of growing up and finding your identity
- Stories of hope, resilience and joy
To enjoy during the Winter Term holiday break, your book (two copies) will be sent home in a complimentary book bag, with discussion points to promote conversation and observation. It’s a chance to have a shared experience with your child; one that encourages connections and a great sense of belonging. Think of it as a family book club.
We have a selection of novels for all types of readers: avid, reluctant, discerning. Remember, that sometimes it only takes twenty minutes a day of reading to see a difference in the way your child engages with the world. What a better way for them to experience that than with you part of that journey.
When Term 3 resumes, students will be asked to return the novels and discussion cards, however, the bookbag remains with you as a small gift.
Please watch out for the letter and Google form that will be sent out next week for those interested to sign up.
Please feel free to contact us here in the library if you have questions.
We hope you enjoy reading and discussing these great books.
Susan Lombardo (Head of Library (5-12)) and the SSC Library team
s.lombardo@ssc.nsw.edu.au or library@ssc.nsw.edu.au
