On Tuesday 17^th March Grades 3 /4 then Grades 5/6 were lucky enough to spend a 45 minute session with author and adventurer Tim Cope. Tim’s presentation was all about his three-and-a-half-year, 10,000 kilometre odyssey from Mongolia to Hungary. Tim shared his epic story filled with courage, stamina and heart and, above all, the extraordinary friendship between Tim and his best friend, a dog named Tigon.

I made some notes as I listened to Tim’s incredible adventures and couldn’t actually believe he chose to embark on this journey. Tim was almost a superhero and highly respected by so many people all around the world upon completing his quest. The children at Holy Trinity listened in awe.

The children purchased books (I have forms on my desk if you would still like one), asked questions, wrote reflections and discussed Tim’s nomadic lifestyle. Tim thought the children were really well mannered and he can’t wait to read some of their reflections. I do hope that your child was able to tell you a little of Tim’s adventures.

Tim had a camera with him on his journey and has since made a much-loved ABC TV series, a best-selling book (On the Trail of Genghis Khan), and has just released ‘Tim and Tigon’ for younger readers.  - His TV Series is on ABC iView and might make good family viewing.

PRESENTATION THEMES

*The importance of taking responsible risks

*Courage

*Resilience and patience

*Friendship

*Grief

*Isolation and Survival

*Curiosity as a means to overcome difference and difficulties

*The balance between planning and openness to the unexpected

*The value of human relationships

Below are some photos and student reflections from Tim’s visit.

Dear Tim, Thank you for visiting Holy Trinity Primary School on the 17th of March 2020. We particularly enjoyed learning about the Mongolian and Russian people. We found how the people overseas lived interesting. We were wondering how long it took you to write your book, does your SD card still work and what was your favourite part of your journey?

From Edward H 3/4 G

Dear Tim Cope,
Thank you for visiting Holy Trinity on the 17th of March 2020. We particularly enjoyed when you were showing us all Tigon puppies. We found interesting was when Tigon was followed the camera not you. What age did Tigon die at?.❤

The above pic collages are by Gabriella N, Georgia R, Finn A and Tess N

Happy Days,