Encouraging our students to read widely and for pleasure is central to our school values of enjoy, achieve and empower. We were therefore delighted to be able to host our annual Scholastic Book Fair just before half-term. Over one week students in Years 7-9 all had an opportunity to browse the carefully curated selection of books, which included a wide range of different fictional genres alongside a number of reference books, as well as stationery items. Students had an array of choices that catered to their varied interests and reading levels. Not only did this fair offer an opportunity to discover new books, but it also highlighted the importance of fostering a lifelong love of reading. This year both Holly Jackson and Sue Wallman’s thrillers proved particularly popular with students. Overall the feedback from our students was resoundingly positive. Many found the fair enjoyable, not just as an avenue to explore the latest bestsellers and literary classics, but also as an opportunity to share their excitement for reading with peers. It was great to hear students recommending their favourite reads to friends. The Book Fair also raises vital funds that are reinvested back into our school library to ensure that all students can access books that fire their imaginations all year round.
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