From Our Libraries T2 W10 2021

Readers Cup

On the evening of Monday June 14, a team of 5 of our Junior School students were privileged to be able to share their love of reading by representing the College at the Brisbane Bayside Year 5/6 Readers Cup Competition. They competed against 19 other teams in the much-anticipated trivia style competition, with questions based on 5 set novels that they have been reading throughout the term. Students also enjoyed hearing from one of the authors, Remy Lai, who kept them entertained between rounds, speaking about her writing and illustrating. Congratulations to Sienna, Chloe, Grace, Abigail and Sam who stepped out of their comfort zone and worked so well together as a team to answer some very challenging questions. What a great way to celebrate reading!

Reading in the Holidays

A three week holiday is a great time to read! Research shows that reading for enjoyment has a positive impact in so many areas - academic, social and well-being. It is important that students continue to read throughout their school journey, and not just in the early years. All students are welcome to borrow books over the holidays and may also like to borrow eBooks over the break. Years 1-12 can log into our eBook platform using their school email and password.

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The holidays are of course also a great time to complete the Premier's Reading Challenge!

Overdue books

Often there are books in high demand from our borrowers, with students making reservations and waiting eagerly for others to return them. Please help us out by regularly sending in library books (and Home Readers) on your child's allocated day, so that your child can borrow different books and other students can have the opportunity to borrow those titles.

Chess

Chess has continued to grow in strength during Term 2. Chess Mates will continue to offer a lunchtime class in Term 3 – parents can register via their website https://chessmates.com.au/school-lessons/. Secondary students who are interested in playing Chess have been given the opportunity to register for a half day Gardiner Chess coaching clinic being held in Week 1 of Term 3

Book Week

The most exciting week of the year is coming up in Term 3 – Book Week! This year's theme is a great one – Old Worlds, New Worlds, Other Worlds. Book Week runs from the 23 August - 27 August (Week 6). There will be dress-up days at each campus, along with many other exciting activities. Stay tuned for more information next term.

Contact us

Please email informationservices@flcr.qld.edu.au with any library queries.