From the blog: Nostalgia for general knowledge
Watching the recent showing of They Found a Cave has spurred Richard to reflect on how our knowledge of the world informs not only our reading but also our viewing experiences.
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From the Blog - a busy Book Week 2015
Lyndon Riggall reflects on his experiences and students' engagement during this year's Book Week.
From the Blog - Children's books in action at the Prison
Penny Garnsworthy, freelance writer and editor of the CBCA Tas Newsletter, highlights the far-ranging benefits of Hobart's Risdon Prison's reading programs.
Special Treat for Nan Chauncy Fans Part 2
The second part of Michael Nation's video. Michael, thank you so much for preparing and sharing these videos.
Special Treat for Nan Chauncy Fans
With the CMax showing of 'They Found a Cave' in Devonport this Sunday, 30th August, we are proud to present a video made by Michael Nation, the actor who played Nigel in the film. Michael currently lives in Victoria but spent his childhood in Devonport. He would dearly have loved to attend the Devonport showing of the film at CMAX but unfortunately age and failing health have prevented him from fulfilling his wishes. With the assistance of friends, Michael has produced this two-part video describing the experience, which he says has been one of the great peaks of his life. Michael, thank you for your very generous gesture. Video Part 1
From the blog: News from abroad
This week, Maureen Mann shares some snippets of publishing trends from the northern hemisphere as she enjoys a summer in the northern hemisphere.
From the blog: Interacting with the book
This week, our Tasmanian Book Awards judge shares titles to encourage readers to interact with stories.
From the blog: Nan Chauncy Travelling Suitcase comes to Kingston LINC
Jane Dobbs, Customer Service Officer of Kingston LINC, shares the setting up of this memorable display at Kingston LINC and some of the personal stories it is generating. Worth a visit, especially on the 18th August to listen to Nan's daughter, Heather Chauncy.
From the blog: World through picture books
Claire Stuckey, Children's and Young Adults' Librarian at Gosford City Library, shares a wonderful multicultural celebration of children's picture books in this week's post.
From the blog: Creating Stories with Preps
Tasmanian author Johanna Baker-Dowdell visits her son's classroom and inspires and leads the students into creating a wonderful story about a tiger and a puppet.