Poster for Nan Chauncy Film - They Found A Cave
Check out this amazing poster for the film event at the State Cinema on the 16th August.
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From the Blog: Engaging the Reluctant Reader in your life!
Helen Rothwell discusses how she engages the reluctant readers in her class.
From the blog: A busman's holiday reading
A reflection on Nella Pickup's mainland excursion and literary experiences.
From the blog: Children's books - Bridges for peace
Robin Morrow, the national president of IBBY, debates the importance of children's literature in building empathy and cross-cultural understanding.
From the Blog: Literary Travels
Penny Garnsworthy, our newsletter editor, recently returned from the UK where she visited Alnwick Castle and other places.
From the Blog: Catching Your Eye - What To Read Next
Tricia Scott shares her thoughts on book covers and their eye appeal. Warning readers - there is a phrase overload this week!
From the Blog: Imagining the Unimaginable
Lyndon Riggall discusses the importance of good quality books to bring us as close as possible to the daunting theatre of war.
From the Blog: In Praise of Libraries
Maureen Mann passionately outlines the inappropriate stereotypes still promulgated about libraries.
From the Blog: Nan Chauncy - A children's author ahead of her times
Jenni Connor writes about the impact of Nan Chauncy on children's literature, through her connection with the Tasmanian landscape and indigenous peoples.
From the blog: Anzac Day at the Gallipoli Peninsula
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to experience Anzac Day at the battle site? This week's blog, from Carol Fuller, explains why the Anzac Day tradition is a commemoration rather than a celebration.